About Us
Learn about the Foundation’s journey, registrations, guiding principles and community-centred approach.
From community initiative to registered organisation
Muskan Foundation began its social service journey in 2001 with a focus on persons with disabilities and children with special needs. During its early years, the group worked informally to provide guidance, relief and community support.
According to the Foundation’s organisational records, formal registration under the Jammu & Kashmir Societies Registration Act was completed in April 2019. Recognition under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 followed in 2021, and registration under the National Trust Act, 1999 was obtained on 17 November 2021.
Today, the Foundation continues to work in disability inclusion, special education, senior citizen care, health awareness and community outreach from Vijaypur in District Samba.
Our purpose
To help vulnerable people access support, understand their rights and participate in community life with dignity.
Core values
- Dignity and respect
- Inclusion and accessibility
- Transparency and responsibility
- Community participation
- Coordination and collaboration
A growing record of service
2001 — Community journey begins
Initial support focused on persons with disabilities, children with special needs and families requiring guidance.
2019 — Society registration
The organisation completed formal registration under the applicable Jammu & Kashmir Societies Registration framework.
2021 — Disability-sector recognition
The Foundation’s records note recognition under the RPwD Act, 2016 and registration under the National Trust Act, 1999.
2024–25 — Continued senior-care services
The Aashrya Senior Citizen Home report documents health check-ups, awareness events, official visits and community interaction.
A rights-based and practical approach
Listen
Understand the person’s needs, context and priorities.
Guide
Share information about services, schemes and available options.
Coordinate
Connect with relevant departments, professionals and institutions.
Follow up
Support continuity, documentation and responsible referral.