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18-year-old Smitha Enters Motherhood
After Smitha turned 18 and left the shelter home, she eloped and became pregnant. Social workers Supriya and Shilpa visited her and her 3-week-old baby in the hospital after the doctors had some concerns...
May 41 min read


Survivor Saba's Nightmare Child Marriage
Saba was rescued in February 2023. After she spent some time in the shelter home, she was released back to her parents, who sold her in child marriage.
Apr 232 min read


Sanchi's Justice and Restoration
Sanchi's two accused receive life imprisonment sentences - our strongest convictions to date! Sanchi is married with a 9-month-old baby boy, is living a stable life, and seems to have reintegrated well into her community.
Apr 102 min read


Sarita Thrives in School!
Sarita flourishes in school! Despite having previously learned in Hindi, she is now thriving in an English-medium school and has been promoted from 8th to 9th grade! We are so proud of you, Sarita!
Apr 71 min read


Anu Dreams Big Amidst Motherhood
Anu recently birthed a baby girl and continues to pursue her bachelor's degree amidst her parental responsibilities. She will soon testify against her accused.
Mar 181 min read


The Power of a Freedom Camp
Freedom Firm communications staff, Anugraha, gives us a special look at the power of a Freedom Camp.
Mar 175 min read


Women's Day Celebration at Kanpur Shelter Home
Survivors participate in fun and games during the Women's Day celebration On March 11, social worker Shalini visited a shelter home in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, to celebrate Women's Day. Shalini opened the session with games and invited everyone to participate. Some girls were hesitant at first but joined in after they saw others enjoying themselves. After the games, Shalini hosted some fun activities. All the girls joyfully participated. After the fun and games, Shalini talked
Mar 111 min read


Neelu is Eager to Learn
Early this month, social worker Shilpa visited Neelu ( rescued along with her mother and sister, who were victims of sexual exploitation in March 2022 from a house in Aurangabad, Maharashtra ). Neelu dropped out of school over six years ago. Her mother and older sister were daily wage laborers, which required them to move several times. This made it difficult for Neelu to enroll in a school. Neelu, who was so keen to learn, asked us to help her. When Shilpa suggested
Mar 51 min read


Following up with 70 Survivors
From December 2025 to January 2026, social workers conducted 7 home investigations, led 14 life-skills sessions, and followed up with 70 survivors through home visits or phone calls.
Feb 121 min read


Once Oppressed, Now Comforted
Ashwin Rathod's account of two major rescues in Madhya Pradesh.
Feb 113 min read


Diya Prepares for Her Exams
Diya has been studying hard for her 12th grade exams. Social worker Smitha surprised her with a gift during her visit which will greatly help her as she studies.
Jan 151 min read


Ananiya is Finally Released from Prison
After 9 months of being wrongly imprisoned, Ananiya is finally free. Our social workers visited her in Prayagraj. Ananiya is doing well, but we had some concerns...
Jan 62 min read


Koena's New Home Brings Hope!
Koena's change in environment is bringing positive transformation for her whole family!
Jan 51 min read


Suhu: "I'm Determined to Work Hard"
From an early age, Suhu loved learning and excelled in school. But her mother fled Suhu and her abusive father — who continued to abuse Suhu. A traumatized Suhu sought comfort in friends —who threatened and forced her into prostitution...
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Hema Agrees - Her Trafficker Boyfriend is Guilty
During a recent visit, Hema shared that she has finally decided that her trafficker boyfriend, Vishwas, is guilty and should not be granted bail. For a long time, Vishwas’ family threatened and pressured Hema to ask the court to release Vishwas...
Dec 2, 20251 min read


Smitha - Brave, Determined, Full of Potential
Smitha was rescued in July 2022. Although she has experienced great hardship, she continues to pursue her dreams, and is full of potential...
Dec 1, 20253 min read


Vanali Carries Her Family Forward
Vanali's husband cannot work due to back issues, so she prepares to carry her family forward and enroll in a tailoring course.
Nov 26, 20251 min read


Sneha Dares to Dream
Sneha chases her dreams and is hired as a beautician! Next, she plans to open her own beauty parlor. We are so proud of you, Sneha!
Nov 25, 20251 min read


Zarine Has a Baby and is Anxious about Returning Home
Zarine gives birth to a healthy baby boy! She enjoys a visit with social worker Smitha. Zarine shares that she is anxious about returning home to her family...
Nov 21, 20251 min read


Children's Day Celebrations
Survivors across multiple shelter homes celebrated Children's Day. The girls enjoyed games, music, and sharing poetry together. For a few hours, the weight of their pasts lifted, and their childlike joy broke through.
Nov 14, 20251 min read
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