The bedrock of Distinct Steps Foundation is the core belief of Distinct Destinations, celebrating a culture of giving back that creates positive impact at the grassroots.
Every initiative reflects our conviction that travel can transform places, people, and perspectives, allowing us to uplift communities through long-term, meaningful action.
Sustainable tourism empowering local communities, the environment, and wildlife
We empower communities with aspiration and support, creating inclusive pathways for social, economic, and cultural transformation.
Partnering with changemakers, we empower women, enhance education, preserve heritage, and promote eco-conscious, transformative tourism.
Our strong, nurtured connections drive sustainable tourism, inspiring support, building networks, and creating lasting community impact.
We proudly collaborate with partners across wildlife conservation, reforestation, women’s empowerment, sustainable craft and child welfare. Their expertise enables us to support communities and protect the environment, ensuring that every journey leaves a positive footprint.
Before this program, I didn’t believe I had opportunities. Now, I have a skill, acertificate, and my own sewing machine to build a future. I’ve started taking tailoringorders and feel more confident every day. Seeing my creations shared with guestsinspires me to keep growing.
Being recognised made me feel valued not just as a teacher but as a woman contributing to my community. I was once a student at Naya Savera, and teaching here now fills me with pride. The appreciation boosts my confidence and motivates me to keep inspiring others through education.
Working at Sheroes’ Hangout Café has given me the strength to rebuild my life with dignity. Here, I am not seen for my scars but for my resilience. Earning my own livelihood has restored my confidence and helped me believe in a future where I can inspire others to rise above their challenges.
This rickshaw gave me confidence,livelihood, and pride. Pink City Rickshaw Co. helped me build independence,challenge stereotypes, and drive my own future. Every ride now feels like a steptoward a life I once thought was out of reach.
21 Apr 2023
What began as a small step by Sam (Virendar) Singh, a retired head of DuPont South Asia, in breaking the cycle of poverty in Anupshahar in UP’s Bulandshahar district, has transformed into a revolution of change with his visionary initiative of first addressin