Working for independent living for persons with disabilities YES! WE CAN TRUST is a registered national-level NGO , established in 2013 under the Indian Trust Act of 1882 and governed by the Government of NCT of Delhi. Yes! We Can is built by, and for, persons with disabilities (PWDs), it is a family rooted in resilience, dignity, and empowerment. At Yes! We Can, we work towards creating an inclusive society where persons with disabilities live independently and with dignity. Our key achievements include impactful skill development trainings, theatre and art workshops, awareness campaigns, and advocacy initiatives.
OUR PROJECTS
PROJECT SAMARTHYA
Launched in 2021, partnering with Bridgestone India, the “Project Samarthya” aims to provide customized motorized wheelchairs to enable greater independence, confidence, and social participation.
PROJECT PRAGATI
The “Project Pragati” started with Yes, Bakers and Confectionery, an initiative taken by “Yes! We Can” to empower women with disabilities with vocational skills and employment in artisanal chocolate making.
DIGITAL LEARNING
Through the “Digital Learning” initiative, “Yes! We Can” provides education in digital marketing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. The initiative fosters technological skills, unlocking new job opportunities in today’s digital economy.
PROJECT ABHINAY
Through the “Project Abhinay” initiative, “Yes! We Can” trains our candidates in theatre, stagecraft, and acting. The initiative fosters creative empowerment, unlocking self-expression and new opportunities in the creative arts.
PROJECT SAMARTHYA (ONGOING)
CSR INITIATIVE WITH BRIDGESTONE INDIA PVT. LTD.
To provide safe, smart, and accessible mobility solutions to 100 eligible persons with disabilities. To support higher education and employment opportunities by overcoming mobility barriers. This initiative is not only working for independent living for the persons with disabilities but also has transformed lives by eliminating mobility challenges, empowering beneficiaries to pursue education, employment, and community engagement without dependency.
ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN PROJECT SAMARTHYA
Identification of Beneficiaries: In 2022, the first phase focused on identifying individuals who met the criteria for motorized wheelchairs. Distribution of Equipment: 100 power-assisted wheelchairs were provided to selected beneficiaries. Mentorship and Monitoring: Continuous support and guidance for at least 3 years, including training in wheelchair use and maintenance. Community Engagement: Organizing socio-cultural events to build confidence and create a peer support system for beneficiaries.
OUR IMPACT
EMPLOYMENT, ENTREPRENEURSHIP & LIFESTYLE IMPROVEMENT
Employment for
450+ Beneficiaries
Created inclusive workspaces that promote
financial independence and active social participation.
Entrepreneurship for
300+ Beneficiaries
Enabled individuals to pursue their own ventures, out of which 15 received additional educational training to enhance mobility and accessibility.
Lifestyle Enhancement for
500+ Beneficiaries
Provided mobility support, training, and empowerment resources. Assistive solutions like wheelchairs enabled greater independence, confidence, and improved physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Employment
Entrepenureship
Lifestyle Enhancement
IMPACT AND ASSESSMENT - BRIDGESTONE INDIA (PROJECT SAMARTHYA)
OVERVIEW AND VISION
Disability often imposes systemic barriers and forced dependency, straining individuals and their families. In India, where over 2.68 crore people live with disabilities (Census 2011), conditions like Cerebral Palsy frequently restrict access to education, employment, and community life due to severe mobility challenges and societal stigma. To address this, Yes! We Can Trust—founded in 2013 by Meenu and Samuel Mani—partnered with Bridgestone India to launch Project Samarthya. Moving beyond conventional aid, this CSR initiative works to dismantle mobility barriers, reshape societal attitudes, and empower persons with disabilities to lead self-directed, independent lives.
PROJECT PRAGATI (ONGOING)
CSR INITIATIVE WITH IMPERIAL AUTO LTD.
Project Pragati aims to enhance the standard of living of women with disabilities by giving them opportunities for self-reliance through entrepreneurship. This project does not just teach baking; it fosters confidence, independence, and leadership among the participants. Yes! We Can Trust provided raw materials, equipment, and mentoring to ensure quality and hygiene standards were maintained. This support has helped participants take their first steps toward becoming entrepreneurs. self-sustaining
ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN IN PROJECT PRAGATI
Training Sessions: Classes were organized three times a week, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Hands-on Practice: Participants practiced making chocolates, cookies, muffins, cupcakes, pizzas, patties, and cakes, troubleshooting common baking issues with expert guidance. Entrepreneurial Setup: After completing the three-month training, participants were organized into an entrepreneurial venture, officially named YES! Bakers and Confectioners.
PROJECT ABHINAY (ONGOING)
Project Abhinay aims to harness the transformative power of expressive performing arts to empower persons with disabilities by overcoming social inhibitions, building self-confidence, and nurturing leadership. By bringing authentic lived experiences directly to public spaces, the initiative seeks to dismantle societal stereotypes and cultivate deep community sensitization toward everyday inclusion.
ACTIVITIES UNDERTAKEN IN PROJECT ABHINAY
The project engages 20 participants in an intensive 30-day theatre workshop led by industry experts, culminating in an original 20-minute production on their lived experiences. The play is staged across 10 venues in Delhi-NCR, broadcast to lakhs of viewers, and featured in a documentary targeted for international film festivals. At our core, we are committed to fostering inclusion and expanding access across employment, entrepreneurship, and daily life. We invite you to partner with us in building a more equitable society.
OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSERS
