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Acid Survivors Saahas Foundation

Empowers acid attack survivors with medical aid, education, legal support, and vocational training, while challenging societal norms and promoting awareness

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About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2016

The Acid Survivors Saahas Foundation (ASSF) is an initiative launched in 2016 by Mrs Daulat Bi Khan, an acid attack survivor herself. Having experienc Read moreed the challenges of recovery and reintegration, she founded the Foundation to support other victims. ASSF has since been actively engaged in providing medical treatment, education, legal assistance, and emotional support to acid attack survivors. It strives to raise awareness about acid violence, challenge societal taboos, and enable survivors to regain a sense of normalcy. The Foundation's vision is a world without acid violence, where survivors are empowered and supported, working together to change societal perceptions. ASSF's mission revolves around offering comprehensive support to survivors, including shelter and opportunities for economic independence, through initiatives like handcraft workshops and future plans for a departmental store operated by acid attack survivors.

Demographies Served

Cause Area

Sector

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Programs

  • ASSF Rehabilitation Center for Acid attacked Survivors

    Vimochana leads the Acid Survivors Saahas Foundation (ASSF) Rehabilitation Center for Acid Attacked Survivors, providing comprehensive aid to victims. The project addresses physical, emotional, and vocational needs, offering medical care, psychological counselling, vocational training, education, and legal support. In response to rising acid attack cases, ASSF's centre aims to alleviate survivors' physical and psychological trauma. By creating a supportive community, imparting skills, and fostering a sense of belonging, the centre seeks to empower victims, enabling them to rebuild their lives with renewed hope and confidence.

  • Free Computer Course Programme

    The Acid Survivors Saahas Foundation (ASSF) has introduced a Free Computer Course to empower acid survivors, financially disadvantaged students, and school dropouts. In response to the rapid shift towards online platforms due to the pandemic, the organisation aims to equip these individuals with essential computer skills, enabling them to adapt to the changing landscape and improve their employability. The initiative was launched on Gandhi Jayanti, on October 2nd, 2021, reflecting ASSF's commitment to empowering marginalized individuals through education and training.

Leadership Team

  • Daulat Bi Khan

    Founder & President

  • Akhil Shetty

    Vice - President

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    0-5

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAFAA1471M

  • Registration ID

    MS MUMBAI -2197/2016 GBBSD

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    MH/2017/0172801

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    ELCO Arcade. D .Wing 1st Floor Office No-22 Hill Road Bandra, Mumbai, 400050

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust

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