Prerana

The Thane Anti Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) rescued Priya, a 15-year-old, after learning that a woman, Anita, was trafficking girls from her neighborhood for the sex trade. The AHTU used a decoy to lure Anita into a trap and rescued Priya during a police raid in March 2024. Priya, a victim of sex trafficking, is currently facing safety concerns especially since her abuser, Anita, lives nearby and is free on bail. Due to limited social support, she has also discontinued education and needs rehabilitative support. Prerana is currently supporting Priya under the Aagaaz Program that works with child victims of sexual violence. . . . #endhumantrafficking #childrights #womenrights #humantraffickingawareness

We were recently invited to conduct a training for the police officials on Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012 by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) and Police of Thane district, Maharashtra. Ms. Priti Patkar and Ms. Geetarani Lourembam from Prerana covered various critical aspects of the law including different calibration of sexual offences, child-friendly procedures during FIR filing, statement recording, medical examination, etc. They also touched upon the role of different stakeholders including the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) and Support Person stressing upon the need for effective convergence. We witnessed more than 70 police officials attentively listening, asking several questions to clarify their doubts and actively participating in the discussion. #forwardtogether #childrights #childprotection #pocso #police

We were referred to a case of Diksha, who fell prey to a sexual assault disguised as a religious cult. Facing sexual exploitation, she was found by Police, only to be entangled in a complex legal battle now. Prerana is committed to her rehabilitation, including family counseling, educational support, and financial assistance through the Manodhairya scheme. #ChildProtection #EndTrafficking #ChildRights

Prerana offers an intensive training program, spanning over 10-12 months, to develop specialized social casework skills across districts of Maharashtra. Currently implemented in Thane, Pune, Nashik, and Ratnagiri, we aim to expand this program to other districts in near future. A critical shortage of social case workers delays timely support for victims of sexual violence and children in need of care and protection, causing further distress. To address this, we train qualified/interested individuals as skilled social workers for immediate deployment. Over 150 individuals have been trained in our first training cycle. The second cycle initiated in early 2023 is training approximately 91 individuals currently. If you're passionate about social work and committed to supporting child victims of sexual violence, this program is for you. Stay tuned for upcoming programs in your district. #childrights #childprotection #trainingprogram #skilldevelopment #socialworkers #sexualviolence

A few months ago, we were referred the case of a 17 year old girl who was trafficked into the sex trade by her own mother. While initially we undertook multiple visits to assess the case history, accounts of multiple sexual offenses came to light even after she escaped years of abuse. . . . . . #endhumantrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #stories #justice #humantrafficking #sextrade #womenempowerment #womenandchilddevelopment

Here's #Question04 of our Friday Polls <> Family Strengthening and we can't wait to see the results! Let's interact and discuss #familystrengthening #BackToBasics #LetsTalkChildCare

The closing part of Ria’s journey is just the beginning for a resilient woman of tomorrow! Her story takes a powerful turn in the final part of her interview as she shares suggestions/ feedback for the police, courts, and child protection systems while she bravely relives her experiences with them. Even today she continues to fight her court case, while her past humbles us. After enduring years of hardship and some truly searing experiences, Ria has not stepped aside. Join us in sharing Ria's interview as she pursues a better tomorrow. This incredible young woman is studying law to help other women and aspires to end the cycle of trafficking within communities. Read now: https://bit.ly/3X2id3S #JusticeForSurvivors #EndHumanTrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #womensrights #justice #empowerment #inspiration

Here's #Question03 of our Friday Polls <> Family Strengthening and we can't wait to see the results! Let's interact and discuss #familystrengthening #BackToBasics #LetsTalkChildCare

This second part of our three-part series chronicles Ria's relentless fight for freedom, navigating through her experiences with family, law enforcement systems and child protection system – a mind shattering battle against sex trade that began in childhood and continues today. A vulnerable child wrote her life story into becoming a fearless woman, by overcoming harshest challenges. Her journey from darkness to light gives us immense strength. Growing up in a society that never saw women more than sex objects, Ria took a plunge to not be a victim to the fate of sex trade. The pursuit of most fundamental human rights known to mankind, freedom and liberty, forces a confrontation with deeply ingrained patriarchal structures that often turn families into perpetrators. Breaking the silence through powerful stories like Ria’s is crucial! Read parts one and two now on our website, with the final part coming soon. Help us bring awareness, share Ria's story! Read the second part of her journey here: https://lnkd.in/dh3scQT2 It’s time to break the silence! #EndHt #endhumantrafficking #survivor #empowerment #womensrights #humanrights #humantraffickingawareness #worlddayagainsttraffickinginpersons

Prerana is a civil society organization that began its work in 1986, addressing the issue of intergenerational trafficking in the sex trade in Kamathipura, the then largest red-light area in Asia. Over nearly four decades, Prerana has been successful in addressing larger issues surrounding sex trafficking, gender-based violence, child sexual violence, and child protection. The organization has also been a key player in driving policy-level changes through robust advocacy. Since its inception, Prerana has consistently advocated for children's right to family and family-based care. We are currently hiring consultant(s) to undertake a Process Documentation assignment for a project focused on promoting deinstitutionalization and gatekeeping through family strengthening and family-based alternative care approach. Please find the details in the attached Terms of Reference (ToR) document. The application deadline is 30 August, 2024.