Supported by CSAS
WeThe Change (WTC)
Dignity. Awareness. Transformation — from the streets of Delhi to the lives of thousands.
A Grassroots Force for Women's Dignity in India
We The Change (WTC) is a New Delhi–based nonprofit founded by sibling duo Farheen Naaz and Abu Sufiyan. Born from a chance encounter during Covid-19 relief work — when a woman quietly asked if anyone was distributing sanitary pads — WTC has grown into a frontline organisation fighting period poverty, menstrual stigma, and women's economic exclusion across India.
With zero corporate pedigree and enormous heart, Farheen and Sufiyan built WTC from the ground up: distributing hygiene kits, training communities, empowering unskilled women with income-generating skills, and educating men and children on consent and gender respect.
"Everyone is distributing rations — but no one is distributing sanitary pads."
— The moment that sparked We The Change, West Delhi, 2020The Founders
Farheen Naaz
Co-Founder & Executive Director
A certified menstrual hygiene instructor with 13+ years in education and social work. Farheen transformed her own childhood experience of menstrual stigma in Old Delhi into a lifelong mission to educate, empower, and normalise.
Abu Sufiyan
Co-Founder & Operations Lead
A rare male voice in the menstrual equity space, Sufiyan brings operational rigor and the conviction that gender justice requires men to be active participants — not bystanders.
Impact At A Glance
Real numbers. Real lives. Real change — happening right now.
Initiatives That Create Real, Lasting Change
From hygiene kits to vocational training, every WTC program is designed to address a specific, urgent gap facing women and girls in underserved communities across India.
Menstrual Health
#PaintMeRED
Provides hygiene kits to over 16,000 underserved menstruators across Delhi, ensuring access to safe, rash-free periods for those who cannot afford basic hygiene products.
Waste Management
#ProjectRedWaste
Distributed 1.5 lakh disposal bags to promote safe menstrual waste disposal, reducing health risks for sanitation workers and tackling the environmental impact of improper disposal.
Women Entrepreneurship
Dignified Work Program
Empowers unskilled women, lactating mothers, and young girls with vocational training — building confidence and financial independence from within underserved communities.
Education
#TrainTheTrainer
Equips educators with menstrual health knowledge so awareness spreads organically through schools and communities — multiplying impact without multiplying costs.
Gender Justice
Consent & Respect Campaign
Educates parents, caregivers, and children on consent from an early age — building a culture of respect, healthy boundaries, and safer communities for the next generation.
Sustainability
Eco-Period Advocacy
Advocates for biodegradable, sustainable menstrual products — addressing both accessibility and the growing environmental crisis of disposable plastic menstrual waste.
Catalytic Support for Under-Recognised Work
CSAS believes in backing grassroots, values-aligned work that often goes under-recognised by traditional funders. We were proud to make a contribution in support of We The Change's work — and to help connect their mission with a wider community of supporters. The programs, the impact, and the day-to-day work featured here are led entirely by the We The Change team.
Shared Values of Dignity & Justice
WTC's work on women's health, economic empowerment, and community education aligns directly with CSAS's mission to strengthen civic institutions and empower South Asian communities.
Grassroots Impact, Proven Track Record
In a short time, WTC has reached tens of thousands with minimal institutional backing — a sign of deep community trust and outstanding operational leadership.
Bridge Between Diaspora & Ground-Level Change
CSAS helps to connect the South Asian diaspora in the US to support directly in women-led, community-rooted change happening in India .
Every Contribution Counts
Grassroots organisations like We The Change grow through the collective support of many. CSAS is glad to have added to that support, and to help channel our community's generosity toward work that matters.
CSAS Mission
"We selectively back high-potential initiatives that may not easily attract traditional funding. Our support helps early-stage or under-recognised efforts grow into sustainable institutions."
— Center on South Asian Studies
CSAS is a registered Illinois-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations processed through CSAS are fully tax-deductible under US federal law.
A Cause We Backed: We The Change
In 2026, CSAS made a one-time contribution to We The Change, an initiative led by Farheen Naaz and Abu Sufyan, in support of their community campaigns on menstrual health and gender equality. The campaigns and their impact are led entirely by their team — we’re proud to have played a small part.
Photos courtesy of We The Change
Your Donation Gives a Woman Dignity
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