Her Potential, Our Purpose

The Wonder Woman Program (WWP) enables young women transitioning out of institutional care to build independent, dignified, and self-directed lives through long-term education, mentorship, and community support.

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The Wonder Woman Program

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The Wonder Woman Program 〰️

a 3-5 year educational fellowship to navigate adulthood with confidence, purpose, and dignity

for young women, aged 18-23, transitioning from institutional childcare to independent living

through a life-long mentorship, funding for higher education, career support, and safe housing

We exist to ensure that care does not end when childhood does.

As young women leave childcare institutions and step into independent life in India, they face critical challenges such as finding safe housing, obtaining identity documents, accessing education and jobs, and receiving the support they need to thrive.
Aftercare for young women from institutional care backgrounds is inconsistent, fragmented, or absent. Education alone is not enough without emotional, financial, and social support. These young women need time, trust, and continuity.
We focus on the transition phase from care to independent adulthood. Support begins at 18, when institutional care ends and real-world vulnerability begins.

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Out goal is to ensure every young woman we reach has the access to higher education, skills, and confidence to shape their own future.

A key project of Active Canvas Foundation, the Wonder Woman Program was established in 2022, starting with a team of just two and growing to five. We’ve reached out to 400+ CCIs for candidates and received 100+ applications for each of our three cohorts so far. Together, we are building a future where every young woman from a CCI background has the freedom to dream, the support to grow, and the strength to lead.

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About the Program

Higher Education Support

Funding to cover college fees, study material, and travel to exam centers, seminars and course-related events.
Access to digital devices like phones and laptops for the full duration of the fellowship.

Independent Living Guidance

Funding for groceries, accommodation, and a personal allowance to cover travel, self-care, and leisure.
Financial literacy & independent living guidance and training.

Health & Wellbeing Coaching

Funding to cover college fees, study material, and travel to exam centers, seminars and course-related events.
Access to digital devices like phones and laptops for the full duration of the fellowship.

Career Readiness Training

Aptitude assessment tests and career counseling sessions.
1:1 Mentorship with experienced professionals in the chosen field of work.
Cv & application writing, interview prep, job search and LinkedIn profile workshops.