What's Your Astitva

Created by Astitva Teens, a youth-led non-profit dedicated to fostering inclusion and awareness, this book is a heartfelt step toward building safer, more accepting school spaces. What's Your Astitva? brings together insightful perspectives and essential information about the LGBTQIA+ community-designed to educate and inspire the three pillars of every school community: students, teachers, and parents. Through stories, reflections, and awareness-driven content, the book invites readers to embrace individuality, celebrate diversity, and understand that every identity deserves to be seen, valued, and respected.

Astitva Teens is a youth-led initiative founded by Sheryl Tayal, a 16-year-old changemaker passionate about creating inclusive spaces for all identities. Alongside a dedicated team-Raaghi Goel, Aanya Gadodia, Shaza Farooqui, Vidhi Madan, and Riddhi Singh-the organization amplifies young voices advocating for acceptance, equality, and LGBTQIA+ awareness. United by creativity and compassion, they use writing, art, and conversation to inspire authenticity and belonging. Guided by empathy and courage, Astitva Teens reminds every young person that embracing their truth is an act of power-and that self-love is the foundation of real change.