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Women Empowerment

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Community & Rural Development

EMPOWER PEOPLE

Bride trafficking has emerged as a veritable menace in the eastern states of India. Poor women from states like Assam, Orissa, Bihar etc. are trafficked into Haryana and Punjab by enticing them with dreams of a better future. Once trafficked, they are sold off as brides to anyone who is willing to pay, after which they are mostly subjugated to a life of slavery with basically no rights and are often abused, both mentally and physically. They are also often sold forward to other men repeatedly. Even after they are rescued, these women usually have nowhere to go as their families do not accept them due to prevalent stigma and they remain ostracised by the community at large.With the COVID-19 crisis, innumerable survivors were abandoned by their “buyer families”, and even from shelter homes and brothels, leading to an unprecedented scale of reverse migration towards Assam, a major source area for trafficking. Many women walked more than a thousand miles back “home” but they remain unwelcome because of the stigma and have no room for settling in or being accepted into the social fabric; leaving them prone to be re-trafficked or appropriated by the trafficking ring to become agents for trafficking of other vulnerable young girls in those areas.There is a dire need for creating a conducive environment for these returnees, addressing their rehabilitation needs and implementing preventive measures for women and girls who are especially vulnerable to trafficking in the area; which would include provision of education and skills for employment and financial independence.The target area of the project falls under the Char regions of Dhubri in Assam. These are regions of the river Brahmaputra that undergo repeated flooding and erosion which forces the dwellers to migrate every year thus never allowing them to settle indefinitely. They also lack access to proper education and amenities which has resulted in them being acutely marginalised and interminably vulnerable. This has led to high rates of trafficking in these areas. Hence there is a need for effective intervention in these areas. Empower People is implementing Project EASE in response to this dire situation, from 1st October, 2021 which will encompass the following activities:Education: The project shall engage at-risk members from the community who are especially vulnerable to trafficking and involve them in community participation and vocational training activities. The project shall also work towards re-enrolment of out-of-school girls into government schools, along with supplementary coaching for Class-10 girls.Assistance: The project aims to curb re-trafficking of returnees by empowering them economically and shall also attempt to rehabilitate and reintegrate them into the community. The project shall also provide legal and material assistance to returnees.Social Empowerment: Through the “survivors’ collective” of returnees, the project shall try to instil in the survivors a sense of solidarity and in the process, aid in their social acclimatisation with other members of the community, along with offering legal and psychological counselling on an individual and need basis.Employment: The project aims to provide vocational training to survivors and other vulnerable members of the community so they can develop financial independence, entrepreneurial spirit, and preferably set up their own businesses. This project will be implemented simultaneously in 3 blocks of Dhubri Assam.  (i)             in 1 year: Assistance to survivors, re-enrolment of survivors as well as vulnerable individuals into government schools, providing supplementary coaching to 10th standard girls appearing for board exams, and formation of CBO for LED bulb-making training.  (ii)            in 2 years: Formation of Mother’s Club, Girls’ Club, feminist perspective building for stakeholders and community leaders at local level, and continuation of previous activities.(iii)           in 3 years: Knowledge and skill building for CBO leaders on basic management, negotiation, conflict resolution, networking and advocacy skills. Training of capable youths in community journalism. Training of selected CBO members (BT survivors) in LED Bulb assembling and repairing along with home-based solar power generation system assembling and repairing.   Targeted Outreach - Direct beneficiaries - Indirect beneficiaries1st Year - 2000 -100002nd Year - 1500 - 100003rd year -1500 - 10000Once successful, this project would be replicated in 10 districts of Assam and around 15 districts of West Bengal. All these districts have similar geographical and socio-economic challenges.

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Human Rights

The business of ‪marriage matching or ‪bride trade (trafficking) is not different from sex ‪trafficking because it treats women as a commodity to be sold to some unknown men and their purpose is not to find lifetime loving partners but to arrange a wife to be treated as a sex object, domestic worker and all-around slave. And the most painful part of the whole bride business is that it is also a new form of child marriage which has emerged in a wide scale. ‪Bride-Trafficking systematically violates‪ women’s ‪‎human ‪rights including the rights to life and security of persons. It places women in ganger of physical abuse and deprives them of bodily integrity. they are kept in villages or form houses and prevented from leaving or even communicating with their families back home. Their freedom from slavery and abuse is violated as a trafficked bride becomes the ‘slave’ of the man who “buys” her. We are working in destination and source areas of bride trafficking, not only on rescue and rehabilitation but also working on pushing factors of trafficking, poverty alivation, creation of employment, engaging landless and small landhonding communities with market-led livelihoods intervention for farm-based products like lemongrass, banana, paddy, Tomato, Potato and medicinal plants. we are also promoting Gender equality at grassroot level, working on domestic violence, honor crimes, issues related to dowry and share of daughter in Inheritance. <ul><li>Direct Intervention/Rescue Counseling</li><li>Community based secure living</li><li>Formation and operation of Survivor collective</li><li>Entrepreneurship development for vulnerable girls</li><li>Training for Local NGOs,CBOs as well as stake holders at grassroots level</li><li>Networking &amp; campaign for cause of Bride Trafficking </li><li>Formation of CBO/Peoples anti trafficking group </li><li>Engagement of local government </li><li>Inclusion of Issue of Bride trafficking with Government schemes and local plans </li><li>Information dissemination and training of rural News reporters </li><li>Formation of Survivors Commune (survivor's collectives)</li></ul> We wish assist Bride trafficking survivors in becoming self reliant community leaders helping and assisting others in need.

Community Action to assist Bride trafficking Survivors in becoming community leaders in Haryana

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Livelihood

Team EASE

URGENT APPEAL: Support Assam Flood Relief<iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5wakjdyS5P0?showinfo=0"></iframe>Dear Friends,We hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. Today, We are writing to you with a heavy heart, as the people of Assam, are grappling with a devastating flood. The situation in Dhubri is critical, with over 775,000 people affected by the floods. Over 140,000 people in the district have been displaced, and 3,627 have taken shelter in relief camps. The flood has submerged 63,490.97 hectares of crop area, leaving many without their livelihoods.Our organization, Empower People, has been working tirelessly in Dhubri to empower Young girls vulnerable to trafficking and also helping trafficking survivors in building their lives. However, the current flood situation has brought additional challenges and hardships for the people we serve.Our Response &amp; How You Can Help: EMPOWER PEOPLE's team is on the ground in Assam, providing essential support to those affected by the devastating floods. Your contribution is crucial during this critical time. By donating today, you can directly impact those in need, providing essential supplies and resources to affected communities.Join Us: Stand with EMPOWER PEOPLE as we stand by the people of Assam. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in their road to recovery. You can make a difference by contributing today.Your support will directly aid those affected by the floods in Assam. Together, let's bring relief and hope to communities in need.Let's stand together in these trying times and extend our support to the people of Dhubri. Remember, a small act of kindness can make a big difference.Thank you for your time and consideration.#AssamFloodRelief #SupportAssam #EmpowerPeopleSources: (1) Assam floods: Over 24.20 lakh people affected in 30 districts, Dhubri worst-hit. https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/assam-floods-over-2420-lakh-people-affected-in-30-districts-dhubri-worst-hit/ar-BB1ptVqV.(2) Assam floods: Over 2.4 million affected in 30 districts; 52 killed. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/assam-floods-over-2-4-million-affected-in-30-districts-52-killed-101720249235556.html.(3) Assam floods: Over 24 lakh affected; major rivers continue to flow .... https://www.livemint.com/news/india/assam-floods-dhubri-worst-hit-over-24-lakhs-affected-brahmaputra-flows-above-danger-mark-himanta-biswa-sarma-11720241040744.html.(4) Assam flood situation remains critical, 24.50 lakh affected in 30 districts. https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/assam-flood-situation-critical-2450-lakh-affected-in-30-districts/ar-BB1pvqCm.(5) Assam Floods | 52 dead, thousands homeless and extensive damage ; massive flood leaves tragic imprint | IN POINTS. https://www.ptcnews.tv/nation/assam-floods-massive-flood-leaves-tragic-imprint-on-assam-updates-4393399.(6) Floods leave a trail of destruction in Dhubri surpassing the record of .... https://www.sentinelassam.com/north-east-india-news/assam-news/floods-leave-a-trail-of-destruction-in-dhubri-surpassing-the-record-of-1988s-great-flood.

Relief For Assam

Our 17 years deep experience of working with survivors have helped us understand that we need to believe in the power of survivors and lighten their aspiration by providing them with the tools, skills, and support necessary to become successful entrepreneurs. The project will focus on producing and selling canvas bags to companies, while simultaneously fostering a conducive environment for the growth of these women-led businesses. This initiative will not only contribute to economic empowerment but also address social issues surrounding human trafficking and gender inequality.Project Objectives:- Empower survivor entrepreneurs: Offer training, mentorship, and resources to help bride trafficking survivors start and grow their canvas bag businesses.- Sustainable income generation: Enable survivors to generate a steady income, enhancing their economic independence and reducing vulnerability to exploitation.- Raise awareness: Increase awareness about the issue of bride trafficking and promote the importance of supporting survivors in their journey to entrepreneurship.- Partner with companies: Collaborate with companies to create a market for the canvas bags, fostering a sense of social responsibility among businesses.- Foster a supportive community: Create a network of survivors and mentors, providing emotional and professional support to encourage personal growth.Approach- Entrepreneurship Training: Develop a comprehensive training program covering business skills, canvas bag production, marketing, financial management, and soft skills.- Mentorship: Pair each survivor with a mentor who has experience in business or a related field, providing guidance and support.- Production and Marketing: Set up a production unit for canvas bags, ensuring quality and appealing designs. Develop a marketing strategy to promote the bags to corporate clients.- Market Linkages: Establish connections with companies seeking sustainable and socially responsible products, facilitating the sale of canvas bags.- Community Building: Create a supportive community among survivors through regular meetings, workshops, and networking events.- Awareness Campaigns: Run awareness campaigns targeting various stakeholders, shedding light on the issue of bride trafficking and the potential of survivor entrepreneurship. Impact and Sustainability:- Economic Empowerment: Bride trafficking survivors will have the opportunity to achieve financial independence, improving their overall quality of life.- Social Change: By addressing the root causes of bride trafficking and offering alternatives, the project contributes to reducing human trafficking and gender-based violence.- Environmental Sustainability: Promoting the use of canvas bags supports environmental conservation by reducing plastic waste.- Financial Sustainability: Generate revenue through the sale of canvas bags to cover operational costs and invest in the expansion of the project.- Partnerships: Collaborate with NGOs, government agencies, corporate partners, and community organizations to leverage resources and expertise.

Project Rise (Rebuilding Independence and social Enterprise)

EMPOWER PEOPLE is an organization singularly focusing on working with victims and potential victims of human trafficking (bride trafficking to be precise) and honor crimes against women. The organization is gradually taking the form and shape of a social movement, with a set of community-based organizations, activist individuals, and groups.It works to support law enforcement agencies and families of victims, in locating missing girls and conducting rescue operations. Empower People ensures a close follow-up of every rehabilitation process and has developed a mechanism to help track their well-being to ensure that the survivor does not fall prey to a trafficking trap again. The Organization forms a diversity group for each case to ensure her safety from being trafficked again and to mitigate the social stigma prevailing in the area. This group consists of people with different backgrounds from the same society who act as her guardians in the local community. Similarly, for trafficked brides living with their ‘husbands’ and children in destination areas, Empower People has designed a solution that involves organizing them into village communes that are managed and led by survivors themselves. The communes run skill centers for women, where they gather to associate with each other as trafficking survivors and celebrate the individuality of their being.

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