Ms. Kakoli, the Founder of Hope On Foundation since 2013, has dedicated the past 16 years of her life to serving the NGO sector and bringing about positive change in the community. Her work spans a wide range of social issues, including Women's Empowerment, Human Trafficking, Prisoner's Rights, Community Development, Health, Self-Help Groups, and Education of Children and Women etc.

 

With a passion for ensuring the legal rights of individuals, Ms. Kakoli visited and inspected 21 state prisons across India. During these visits, she personally interacted with over 600 inmates, striving to provide them with the necessary support and information to secure their rights within the prison system. Additionally, she has been instrumental in rescuing and repatriating more than 1500 survivors of trafficking, providing them with the assistance and care they need to rebuild their lives.

 

Her commitment also extends to helping underprivileged children and women in various slums of Delhi, where she has positively impacted the lives of over 10000 individuals through education, livelihood, awareness, rescue and rehabilitation. 

 

Prior to establishing Hope On Foundation, Ms. Kakoli worked with esteemed organizations such as the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) and the "Stop Trafficking and Oppression of Children and Women" (Ramola Bhar Charitable Trust) in Delhi. Her experience in these organizations further strengthened her expertise and dedication to social causes.

 

Ms. Kakoli's contributions go beyond her direct work with NGOs. She serves as an External Member of the Sexual Harassment Committee at Digitup Solutions Pvt. Ltd., ensuring a safe and inclusive work environment. Additionally, she has served as a Board Member of the "Stop Trafficking and Oppression of Children and Women" (Ramola Bhar Charitable Trust) in Delhi, further amplifying her impact in the field. Furthermore, Ms. Kakoli's leadership extends to being the President of the self-help group 'KOSHISH'

 

Recognized for her expertise, Ms. Kakoli has been invited by various domestic and international forums in Sweden, Bangladesh, and Nepal to represent her organization and share its ideology on a global platform.

 

Ms. Roy's outstanding contributions and relentless efforts in raising menstrual awareness and combating menstrual injustice have not gone unnoticed. She has been nominated and certified for the prestigious Vedana Awards, organized by SarkariSchool and WeCitizens Foundation. This recognition is a testament to her dedication and commitment to this important cause.

 

In addition to her work in menstrual awareness, Ms. Roy has also been acknowledged and certified by the Delhi Government as a Corona Warrior for her remarkable efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her exceptional work and contributions have made a significant impact on the community and have been recognized by the authorities.

 

Being a co-authored a niche report has been published "Report- Key to Transparency - Your Guide to using the Right to Information Act, 2005 to collect data about Indian Prisons (CHRI)".

 

Through her unwavering dedication, Ms. Kakoli continues to inspire change and make a significant difference in the lives of countless individuals and communities.