Self Defence for 1000 young girls in Nagpur, India

Every day, countless women and girls in India face violence – not only on the streets, but often within their own homes. Domestic violence, emotional abuse, and physical assaults rob them of their confidence and make them believe there is no other life possible.

Too many suffer in silence – out of fear of judgment, shame, or further restrictions. Some were told from childhood: “A woman must endure this.” Others don’t even realize that what they are experiencing is violence – and that they have the right to live freely and safely.

In our workshops, many participants discover for the very first time: I am not alone. Every woman has faced violence in some form. That moment of recognition gives them strength – and it becomes the starting point for change. Together, we empower women to raise their voices, to break the silence, and to find pathways out of violence.

Our self-defense training has already changed the lives of many women and girls. They learn: if someone follows them or harasses them with obscene remarks, they do not have to run or remain silent – they can call out the abuse loudly and clearly. And it works. Again and again, participants tell us: This method helps – I was able to stop violence.

One young woman shared her story:
“I used to live in constant fear. Every day I heard news about violence against women. But after the training, I feel fearless. Now I walk through life with confidence – and with open eyes to the world around me.”

Even at home, the training is making a difference. Many women have been able to put an end to domestic abuse, discover their rights, and find the courage to say a firm No. They are reclaiming their dignity, building new confidence, and realizing the immense strength they carry within themselves.

This is how change begins – step by step, voice by voice – towards a society where women can finally live in safety and freedom.