Goonj is a non-profit organisation that uses urban surplus as a tool for rural development. Founded in 1999, it focuses on dignity-driven community-led initiatives in areas like disaster relief, education, health, and livelihood. Through its flagship Cloth for Work program, Goonj enables rural communities to solve local issues while repurposing discarded materials for meaningful impact.
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