IMAARA SURVIVOR SUPPORT FOUNDATION

Our organization was born out of a commitment to stop passing over the real issues of gender-based violence in society, and deal with them head on.

Imaara /ʿimāra/ means strong, capable, firm, stable, or to enliven in various languages

Imaara is here to help and we believe change is possible when we put our hearts and minds to it

We Empathize

We extend our empathy and offer essential information for survivors. Gain insights into trauma, medical and legal aspects, police procedures, mental health resources, and bystander support.

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We Educate

Empower yourself with knowledge through bystander intervention strategies, understanding your rights, identifying forms of SGBV, recognizing vulnerable populations, familiarizing yourself with Indian laws, and understanding international human rights laws.

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"Personalized support for survivors of violence, including guidance through healing and recovery, and connection to essential resources."

Training sessions for women employed at the local park in Chennai, addressing various aspects of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).

Rasika Sundaram, Founder of Imaara Foundation, led a training session on SGBV prevention and bystander intervention for university students. The session was organized by The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy and held at The Central Institute for Higher Tibetan Studies in Varanasi.

Rasika Sundaram, Founder of Imaara Foundation, served as a resource person for training on SGBV prevention and bystander intervention for high school students. This session was organized by The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy and took place at The Sambhota Tibetan School in Darjeeling.

Collaborations & Recognitions

Founder Rasika Sundaram, was invited as a guest speaker at the Open Mic event themed "I Want a Safe India," organized by Sstraight Circles Foundation and Women's Christian College, Chennai. She shared her journey as a survivor, the inspiration behind founding Imaara Foundation, and encouraged students to actively engage in preventing SGBV and supporting survivors.

Photo Credits: Shot by Women's Christian College

Moments of Empowerment

We Empower
(Resources For Survivors)

Learn more about the resources available to survivors of violence in India. From state-wise helplines to One Stop Centres, medical and legal services, police resources, and crisis response services providing food, shelter, and assistance. Explore child support, education, employment services, as well as support from protection officers and local complaints committees. Discover the vital roles played by State Women's Commissions and Legal Service Authorities in advocating for survivors across the country.

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IMAARA SURVIVOR SUPPORT FOUNDATION

We Empathize

We Educate

Moments of Empowerment

We Empower (Resources For Survivors)

We Empower
(Resources For Survivors)