Stop Violence Against Women in South Asia

Tara was a victim of domestic abuse perpertrated by her husband. After a number of years,Tara sought help. Reporting the abuse to police, due to systemic prejudice, no action was taken. Tara was determined to free herself and sought a divorce. Sadly, divorce lawyers accepted her funds but did not proceed with the divorce. Tara was left feeling abandoned and trapped.

Fortunately, Tara visited the Protection Officer and here came into contact with Karuna’s work. A qualified team of professional staff enabled Tara to tell her story, to receive kindness and to assure her of support to gain justice for her situation.

The support that Karuna funding provides covers practical and emotional support. Staff were able to provide psychological assessment for Tara who at this point was experiencing feelings of isolation and depression. They navigated the necessary systems to provide Tara with documentation that her husband had removed from her. They educated Tara on her rights and the progression of her case. Staff liaised with Tara’s husband and son, who by this time had also begun perpetuating violence against Tara.

As a consequence of this work, Tara feels more in control of her situation and her rights. The abuse experienced has decreased and Tara knows where to turn for support. She has gained increased financial independence and is in a greater position of freedom of choice for her own life.

With your support, more women such as Tara can gain support, autonomy and ultimately make their own decisions about the lives they should be able to lead; free from abuse. Thank you.