Sati Sarr Social Foundation

The foundation is right in the middle of the Main Bazar at Azad Basti in Srinagar. It’s a busy area and there’s always something going on outside our door. Being near the 400 KVA station makes it easy for people to find us when they need help. We mostly focus on social work within the city. Srinagar is a big place but the neighborhoods like ours feel like small villages where everyone knows each other. We started this because we saw a lot of gaps in how people were getting basic help. Whether it’s helping a family get through a tough winter or just providing some guidance on local matters, we try to be there. The office is usually a bit cluttered with papers and supplies, but that’s because there is always something to do. We don’t have a massive team, just some dedicated folks who live nearby and want to see the bazar area do better. Sometimes it feels like we’re just putting out small fires, but it adds up. People stop by while they’re out doing their shopping in the bazar to chat or ask for advice. It’s not a polished operation, and we don’t have a marketing department. We just have a desk, some chairs, and a willingness to listen. It’s practical work for practical people. We’ve been at this for a bit now and plan to stay as long as the neighbors need us. It’s just how we do things here.