Aweksha

Working to end gender-based violence in India

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Today, we reaffirm our commitment to her legacy of dismantling all forms of structural oppression through education and radical empathy paving the way towards collective liberation.

"We are because she was."

Jai Savitri; Jai Bhim!

#SavitribaiPhuleJayanti #AwekshaWomensTrust

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Celebrating the pioneer who paved the way, today on her birth anniversary, we remember #SavitribaiPhule—India’s first female teacher and the #MotherofIndianFeminism. As an educator and an activist, she ignited a revolution against gender inequality and caste oppression.

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@BembalaS Truly, such initiatives definitely help empower survivors. Thank you for your words and encouragement, @BembalaS

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As part of the #16DaysofActivism campaign, Aweksha organized a #restorativejustice healing circle for #domesticviolencesurvivors, facilitated by Neeth D’Souza. The session created a safe space for women to rebuild trust, reclaim confidence & rediscover their voices
#GBV #VAW

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Every calendar you pick up for yourself or a loved one helps us support survivors of domestic violence.

Customizations are available for orders of 100 copies or more. DM us or drop us an email on [email protected] to procure copies of the calendar.
#2026Calendar

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We're thrilled to announce the launch of the 2026 calendar, on the theme of Art is Voice - The Aesthetics of Resistance and Renewal, with specific focus on mandalas.
#AwekshaWomensTrust #ArtIsVoice #2026Calendar #DomesticViolenceSurvivors #GenderBasedViolence

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Each page of the calendar features a mandala accompanied by feminist quotes, while acknowledging the healing journeys of women through the lens of mandalas.

The calendars are available at a donation of INR 550 (exclusive of postage charges) & are tax-exempt.
#ArtIsVoice

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The session closed with grounding practices, leaving participants feeling calmer, supported, & less alone. The circle reaffirmed that healing is not about erasing the past, but about restoring dignity, strength, & agency, moving together from survival toward renewal.

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identify inner strengths such as resilience, courage, leadership, & independence. Through guided reflection, women shared moments of hardship & the sources of strength that helped them endure, often their children, mothers, time, & the support of other women
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The session reinforced the role of informed and empathetic social workers who can advocate effectively for survivors’ rights, ensure timely interventions, and contribute to systemic reform.
#AwekshaWomensTrust #GenderBasedViolence #BurnsCare #DomesticViolence <7/7>

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Aweksha - A Women's Trust recently facilitated an awareness and orientation session for 1st year BSW students from the Department of Social Work, St. Joseph's University by Jeeva and Sathya Devi. <1/7>

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prevention, support systems & rehabilitation services for women affected by burn violence.

Real case examples were discussed to help students understand the lived challenges of survivors right from navigating the healthcare system to rebuilding their lives post-recovery. <6/7>

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The launch marks an important step towards making legal knowledge accessible, strengthening awareness, & equipping future professionals to drive systemic change & support survivors

#AwekshaWomensTrust
#DomesticViolence
#DomesticViolenceAct
#LegalHandbookofDomesticViolenceLaws

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On 25th September, Aweksha - A Women's Trust launched the Kannada edition of the Legal Handbook on Domestic Violence Laws with a program that brought together academicians, legal experts, social work professionals, and students.

#AwekshaWomensTrust
#DomesticViolenceAct

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A legal training workshop by Ms. Nitya (CLPR) further deepened understanding of the DV Act, covering key rights, protections, and survivor support mechanisms.

#AwekshaWomensTrust
#DomesticViolence
#DomesticViolenceAct
#LegalHandbookofDomesticViolenceLaws
@CLPRtrust