The Philadelphia Church, through its outreach programs, has been actively working to empower women, improve community welfare, and support vulnerable populations across underserved areas. Their initiatives align closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

One of the flagship initiatives is the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) program. Currently, the Church has established 30 SHG groups with over 550 members. These groups promote a culture of savings, provide access to microloans, encourage social and economic development, and improve the overall welfare of women in underserved areas. By facilitating financial inclusion and economic participation, the SHGs directly contribute to women’s empowerment and financial independence (SDG 5 & 8).

Complementing this is the Income Generating Program (IGP), designed to equip women with practical skills, knowledge, and resources to create sustainable livelihoods. Women participate in activities such as candle making, pickle preparation, papad making, and other arts, crafts, and consumable production. These programs enable participants to start small businesses, thereby fostering self-reliance and entrepreneurship while enhancing their economic status (SDG 8).

Women’s safety and legal awareness form a critical part of empowerment. The Delhi Police regularly visits the Church to educate women about their rights and provide self-defence training for young girls, especially those from slum communities, ensuring they can protect themselves against potential harm. Additionally, legal awareness programs conducted by the Delhi Legal Services Authority (DLASA) inform women about preventive measures against crimes such as domestic violence and sexual assault, strengthening their ability to safeguard themselves (SDG 5 & 16).

Health and maternal care are also prioritized. Under pre- and post-natal programs, women receive guidance on proper childbirth practices, nutritional support, and regular monitoring of their health. Children’s weight and height are recorded, and the blood pressure and weight of pregnant and lactating mothers are regularly monitored, contributing to the overall well-being of mothers and children (SDG 3).

The Church also focuses on awareness programs to tackle social taboos and promote better hygiene and personal development. Menstrual health meetings help young girls and women manage their periods effectively while breaking stigmas. WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) awareness promotes clean water usage and hygienic living. Personality development classes, medical camps for full-body checkups, and nukkad nataks (street plays) spread awareness against social ills. Tailoring classes provide women with marketable skills for self-dependence. Children benefit from non-formal education to achieve functional literacy, regular parent-teacher meetings, talent shows, and counselling services, impacting more than 2,000 households and individuals (SDG 4, 5 & 10).

Through this comprehensive approach, The Philadelphia Church not only empowers women economically and socially but also fosters safer, healthier, and more resilient communities. These integrated efforts demonstrate a model of grassroots development that is sustainable, inclusive, and closely aligned with the global agenda of achieving the SDGs.