Augustina Soreng

Programme Manager, Samaj Pragati Kendra

Augustina Soreng is a young Adivasi woman and social activist committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable women and girls in the Simdega district in Jharkhand. With her rich experience, Augustina is creating awareness, providing legal support and counseling, collaborating with leaders to address sexual abuse, child marriage, witchcraft, and trafficking. She is a passionate advocate for women’s rights and equality in education, health, job opportunities, and property rights and seeks to mobilize communities to value women’s lives.

Rise Up Cohort: Jharkhand, India 2024