Arpan is a Mumbai-based NGO working on the issue of Child Sexual Abuse in India. It provides prevention and intervention services to children and adults, as well as psychotherapeutic support to adolescent and adult survivors in shelter homes. The “Resources” section provides reading material for children and adolescents and caregivers.
Enfold is a Bangalore-based organisation that works on “preventing child sexual abuse; reintegrating affected children through education, gender empowerment, psycho-social support & restorative practices” They also conduct sessions for adults, parents, schools, colleges, corporates and other organisations on how to keep children safe and healthy.
Jagori is a Delhi-based NGO that focuses on women’s issues such as on relationships and violence. Their website has a link to lists of helplines, as well valuable information about abusive relationships, rape and sexual abuse.
My Choices Foundation aims to give women, children, and families choices to live their lives free from violence, abuse, and sexual exploitation. They believe that women and girls can become the change agents in their communities to fight domestic violence and sex trafficking
Recovering and Healing from Incest (RAHI) Foundation
RAHI is a Delhi-based organisation and describes itself as “a safe space and support centre for women who have survived incest and abuse.” They provide therapy, support groups and more. The website has links to information about sexual abuse and incest as well as further resources. The site also has survivor stories and information about their ongoing programmes and events.
Swayam is a feminist organisation committed to advancing women’s rights and ending discrimination and violence against women and girls. They facilitate the empowerment of women survivors of violence and enable them to become self-confident, self-sufficient and self-reliant. They also generate discussion, debate and action in society to challenge social norms, values and systems that deem discrimination and violence against women and girls acceptable.
The Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN is a US-based anti-sexual violence organisation and carries out programmes to prevent sexual violence, help survivors and “ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice”. Inside, you’ll find statistics, counselling resources, prevention tips, news and more. The “Steps You Can Take After Sexual Assault” link provides valuable information about sexual assault.
TULIR – Centre for the Prevention and Healing of Child Sexual Abuse
TULIR is a Chennai-based organisation committed to working against child sexual abuse in India. The website has information on their publications and a bank of online resources which include frequently asked questions, posters, flyers, audiobooks and other suggested weblinks on information on and other organisations working against child sexual abuse.