London: An 18-year-old rickshaw puller from a village in Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh is overjoyed to meet King Charles III at Buckingham Palace after receiving the prestigious women's empowerment award in London this week.
Artie received the Amal Clooney Women's Empowerment Award, named after the world-renowned human rights barrister, at the Prince's Trust Awards in London, which was followed by a meeting with the 75-year-old monarch on Wednesday.
She was honored for inspiring other young girls through her work with the government's Pink e-Rickshaw initiative, which virtually provides safe transportation for other women with the mission of bringing about change.
“I'm proud that I'm able to inspire other girls facing similar challenges. This newfound freedom has allowed me to see the world from a different perspective.Now, I have been able to fulfill not only my dreams but also my daughter's,” says Sai Aarti. She has a five-year-old daughter for whom she has bought some cakes and a pair of shoes on her first visit to London.
“It has been an incredibly wonderful experience, meeting the king who was very nice and he also sent his regards to my family. He also listened attentively when I told him how much I love driving my e-rickshaw, which doesn't run on polluting diesel or petrol, but which I charge at home every night, he shared, speaking in Hindi. .
Founded by King Charles when he was Prince of Wales, Prince's Trust International will now change to King's Trust International as I continue my work to support youth in 20 countries through employment, education and enterprise programmes. The Prince's Trust Women's Empowerment Awards recognize the global work of young women who have succeeded despite the odds and are driving lasting change for those around them.“This year's winner, Aarti, is an inspiring example of someone who has done fantastic work in a typically male sphere, making women in her community safer, Aarti is determined to create a world where Her daughter will not have to face the same obstacles she faced, and she is already making a difference through example,” said British activist-barrister Amal Clooney, after whom the award is named. Is placed.
For the reception at Buckingham Palace, Arti arrived in a pink rickshaw, showcasing it as not only a sustainable mode of transportation, but also an idea and a movement.
In July 2023, Project Lehar, presented in partnership with Prince Truss International and the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), introduced Aarti to the Government of India's Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme, an initiative aimed at empowering women and empowering them across the country. To expand their income earning opportunities. , Under the innovative scheme, subsidized pink e-rickshaws were made available to women drivers by the District Administration, Bahraich.
The scheme aims to increase employment opportunities for vulnerable women, especially widows and single mothers like Aarti, as well as improve women's access to safe transportation, thereby increasing their mobility and independence.“Aarti truly epitomizes courage, tenacity and determination to succeed despite all odds, emerging as a role model for women in her village. We are extremely grateful for our partnership with Prince's Trust International which has enabled us to help young women realize their dreams and aspirations. Here’s to many more Aarti – believe in yourself, and never dim the light of your ambitions,” said Tinni Sawhney, CEO of AK (India), who accompanied Aarti to the awards ceremony and helped interpret for her. Also helped.
Will Straw, CEO of Prince's Trust International, said: “I am so proud of Artie for winning this year's Women's Empowerment Award. She is breaking social barriers and setting an example through her strength and determination.“Our work in India gives young people the opportunity to develop valuable life skills and find meaningful work. Through our partnership with Project Wave and the Aga Khan Foundation, we will continue to help young women achieve their ambitions.''
Artie received the Amal Clooney Women's Empowerment Award, named after the world-renowned human rights barrister, at the Prince's Trust Awards in London, which was followed by a meeting with the 75-year-old monarch on Wednesday.
She was honored for inspiring other young girls through her work with the government's Pink e-Rickshaw initiative, which virtually provides safe transportation for other women with the mission of bringing about change.
“I'm proud that I'm able to inspire other girls facing similar challenges. This newfound freedom has allowed me to see the world from a different perspective.Now, I have been able to fulfill not only my dreams but also my daughter's,” says Sai Aarti. She has a five-year-old daughter for whom she has bought some cakes and a pair of shoes on her first visit to London.
“It has been an incredibly wonderful experience, meeting the king who was very nice and he also sent his regards to my family. He also listened attentively when I told him how much I love driving my e-rickshaw, which doesn't run on polluting diesel or petrol, but which I charge at home every night, he shared, speaking in Hindi. .
Founded by King Charles when he was Prince of Wales, Prince's Trust International will now change to King's Trust International as I continue my work to support youth in 20 countries through employment, education and enterprise programmes. The Prince's Trust Women's Empowerment Awards recognize the global work of young women who have succeeded despite the odds and are driving lasting change for those around them.“This year's winner, Aarti, is an inspiring example of someone who has done fantastic work in a typically male sphere, making women in her community safer, Aarti is determined to create a world where Her daughter will not have to face the same obstacles she faced, and she is already making a difference through example,” said British activist-barrister Amal Clooney, after whom the award is named. Is placed.
For the reception at Buckingham Palace, Arti arrived in a pink rickshaw, showcasing it as not only a sustainable mode of transportation, but also an idea and a movement.
In July 2023, Project Lehar, presented in partnership with Prince Truss International and the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), introduced Aarti to the Government of India's Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme, an initiative aimed at empowering women and empowering them across the country. To expand their income earning opportunities. , Under the innovative scheme, subsidized pink e-rickshaws were made available to women drivers by the District Administration, Bahraich.
The scheme aims to increase employment opportunities for vulnerable women, especially widows and single mothers like Aarti, as well as improve women's access to safe transportation, thereby increasing their mobility and independence.“Aarti truly epitomizes courage, tenacity and determination to succeed despite all odds, emerging as a role model for women in her village. We are extremely grateful for our partnership with Prince's Trust International which has enabled us to help young women realize their dreams and aspirations. Here’s to many more Aarti – believe in yourself, and never dim the light of your ambitions,” said Tinni Sawhney, CEO of AK (India), who accompanied Aarti to the awards ceremony and helped interpret for her. Also helped.
Will Straw, CEO of Prince's Trust International, said: “I am so proud of Artie for winning this year's Women's Empowerment Award. She is breaking social barriers and setting an example through her strength and determination.“Our work in India gives young people the opportunity to develop valuable life skills and find meaningful work. Through our partnership with Project Wave and the Aga Khan Foundation, we will continue to help young women achieve their ambitions.''
