HerRights

About the Campaign

HerRights Global (www.herrights.org) is raising money to support sister org, My Choices Foundation, so they can continue their urgent work in the trenches helping women, children and families live free from violence, abuse and sexual exploitation in more than 6,500 locations across the nation of India.

The PeaceMaker Program trains local women to identify signs of domestic violence in their communities and help women reach positive outcomes. PeaceMakers go door-to-door to educate women on their rights and help prevent abuse by running awareness workshops in schools and communities. They also provide support to survivors of abuse through specialized programs at community counseling centers. Each PeaceMaker provides services to around 50 families per year.

How much does it cost to support a PeaceMaker?

Your donation of only $43 supports one PeaceMaker's honorarium for one month, and covers expenses toward: field travel to reach out to potential clients, weekly travel to counseling centers to review client needs, travel with the client to the police station or hospital etc. if required, conduct community awareness programs, and regular follow up (in person and via phone) with women who are already receiving help.

For $516, you can support a Peacemaker for an entire year. In one year, a single PeaceMaker reaches 50 families to prevent abuse, and provide support to women experiencing violence, abuse and sexual exploitation.

Why is this important? Violence Against Women – India

A survey by the Thomson Reuters Foundation has ranked India as the most dangerous country in the world for women.

Violence against women includes killing, sexual assault and rape, disfigurement (acid attack), and other forms of brutality. Violence within the confines of the home continues to be a serious concern in India, made worse through the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Commission for Women registered over 6,900 complaints in the ‘protection of women against domestic violence’ category in 2022. These cases accounted for around 23% of the 30,900-plus complaints across different categories of crimes against women. The number of total complaints across categories rose over 30% between 2020 and 2021. How many more women and girls will be hurt?

Do You Need Help?

We know these topics can be triggering. If you or someone you know needs help, use these resources:

• Domestic Violence Helpline: [phone redacted] / 9333-404-141

• Sex Trafficking Helpline: [phone redacted]