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We are the only organisation dedicated to ending corrosive violence globally.

Acid violence is the deliberate use of acid to attack another human being. The victims of acid violence are overwhelmingly women and children, and attackers often target the head and face in order to maim, disfigure and blind. The act rarely kills but causes severe physical, psychological and social scarring, and victims are often left with no legal recourse, limited access to medical or psychological assistance, and without the means to support themselves. Acid violence is a worldwide phenomenon that is not restricted to a particular race, religion or geographical location.

01/10/2026

Sometimes abuse starts with control. Control, intimidation and fear can all be signs of an unhealthy and abusive relationship.

This Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, we’re reminding everyone that healthy relationships are built on equality, trust and respect, not fear.

Let’s keep talking, learning and working together to prevent violence in all its forms.

Abuse is never love.

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30/09/2026

Every headline represents a person, a family and a life changed by acid violence.

This week, we’re highlighting cases from around the world to help keep acid violence in the conversation.

At ASTI, we’re working towards a world free from acid violence through prevention, advocacy, support and education.

👉 Learn more about our work via the link in our bio.

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23/09/2026

Acid violence is a global issue.

From Europe to Latin America, recent cases reported in the news show that people continue to be affected by corrosive attacks.

At ASTI, we work to prevent acid violence, support survivors and raise awareness of its impact.

👉 Find out more about ASTI’s work via the link in our bio.

16/09/2026

Here’s a look at some of the stories from this week.

Acid violence damages lives. But with awareness, support, and action, we can help end it.

We’re committed to conducting research and advocating for stronger laws to help prevent attacks.

🌍 Find out more via the link in our bio.

09/09/2026

Behind every headline is a human story.

From attacks to court cases and calls for change, this week’s news shows that acid violence remains a serious issue across the world.

We must keep talking about it and standing with survivors.

Awareness can start a conversation, and action can help change lives.

👉 Find out more about ASTI’s work via the link in our bio.

05/09/2026

Last days to experience Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation.

An exhibition where fashion, creativity and powerful stories of resilience come together.

If you haven’t visited yet, this is your chance to experience the exhibition and support the survivors whose voices and creativity are at its heart.

📍 Dray Walk Gallery, The Truman Brewery, London E1 6QR
📅 Until Monday 7 September
🕛 Open daily, 10am–6pm
🎟️ Free entry
⏰ Closed 12pm–1pm daily

We look forward to welcoming you.

04/09/2026

What happens when beauty and devastation are placed side by side?

Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation brings together fashion, creativity and powerful stories of resilience in an exhibition that invites us to look beyond what we see.

Through the work of acid violence survivors, the exhibition explores the contrast between beauty and devastation, while celebrating creativity, strength, identity and the courage to rebuild.

Come and experience the exhibition for yourself, discover the stories behind the work, and stand alongside the survivors whose voices and creativity are at its heart.

📍 Dray Walk Gallery, The Truman Brewery, London E1 6QR
📅 Until Monday 7 September
🕛 Open daily, 10am–6pm
🎟️ Free entry
⏰ Closed 12pm–1pm daily.

We’d love to welcome you.

03/09/2026

The Wedding Gown. A symbol traditionally associated with love, celebration and new beginnings, transformed through the devastating reality of acid violence.

Distressed, burned and marked, this powerful piece from our exhibition Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation invites us to look beyond the surface and reflect on the stories, strength and resilience of acid attack survivors.

Come and see it for yourself.

📍 Dray Walk Gallery, Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1 6QR
📅 Until Monday, 7 September

We hope to see you there.

02/09/2026

✨ Meet the designers behind Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation.

The exhibition brings together fashion, creativity and powerful stories of resilience, highlighting the devastating impact of acid violence while celebrating the extraordinary talent, strength and creativity of survivors.

Behind every piece is a story and behind this exhibition are designers who have helped transform these stories into powerful expressions of beauty, identity and resilience.

We invite you once again to visit Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation, discover the designers and their work, and take a moment to listen to the stories behind the creations.

Come and experience the exhibition for yourself. Visit us and be part of the conversation.

01/09/2026

A glimpse inside…

If you are in London, don’t forget to visit Fashion Unveiled: Beauty & Devastation. An exhibition bringing together fashion, creativity and powerful stories of resilience.

But we won’t reveal everything here. Come and see it.

📍 Dray Walk Gallery, Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London E1 6QR
📅 Until Monday, 7 September

We hope to see you there.

Address

The Trampery, 239 Old Street
London
EC1V9EY

Website

https://linktr.ee/acidsurvivorstrustint

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