Shakti Shalini

Shakti Shalini Shakti Shalini NGO actively works against all forms of gender violence across the gender spectrum. The founders of Shakti Shalini, Ms. Satya Rani Chadha and Ms.

Shakti Shalini is non-governmental organization that actively works against all forms of gender violence. It is our attempt to mitigate and reduce gender violence in all forms and levels. On the one hand, violence perpetrated through gender norms can be physical and visible in the form of r**es, dowry deaths and domestic violence. On the other hand, there is a force of gender violence that is less

visible and is all the more dangerous for being so. It is a discriminating and oppressive power that lashes at women and girls in the everyday, from the time they are born, in their families, schools and social circles. The aids we offer are as diverse as the diversity of gender violence. We provide a safe and free shelter for aggrieved women, medical, sanitation and diet facilities, legal aid and a vocational education that may eventually provide the victims with economic independence. Our NGO is supported entirely through the donations of benefactors, monetary and otherwise. Shakti Shalini was founded in 1987 as a response to a horrifying increase in dowry related cases of violence against women. Shahjahan, themselves lost their respective daughters in the tumult of dowry-related violence. The personal and social tragedy became the source of their inspiration and their armour for a war that continues. Shakti Shalini is devoted towards carrying forth their struggle for gender equality. Our guiding principle is zero toleration of violence.

From our recent study “Most Burdened, Least Supported: Towards Security and Wellness of Frontline Social Workers” by The...
27/04/2026

From our recent study “Most Burdened, Least Supported: Towards Security and Wellness of Frontline Social Workers” by The Solidarity Network, an initiative by Shakti Shalini, emerges a clear reality that people who hold up care systems are doing so while their own safety, wellbeing, and security remain deeply neglected.

Through this report, voices from the frontlines share their everyday realities of care work, system gaps, and the effort it takes to keep support systems running. They reflect on their safety and wellbeing, the pressures they absorb, and the vulnerabilities they navigate while continuing this critical work. These are not abstract conditions, they are lived experiences, carried every day by frontline social workers who continue to serve despite limited support.

To read the full report, visit the link in our bio or our website: https://shaktishalini.org/research-reports/

From conversation to performance! Rang Durangi by Anukriti, the Hindi Drama Society of Miranda House, was staged at our ...
23/04/2026

From conversation to performance! Rang Durangi by Anukriti, the Hindi Drama Society of Miranda House, was staged at our Skills Development Centre, bringing forward urgent conversations on consent and marital r**e.

Shaped through a meaningful exchange with our Survivor Support Lead, the play reflects a deep engagement with the lived realities of survivors. This collaboration, nurtured through our Youth Mentorship Program, demonstrates how young voices can transform awareness into thoughtful, community-led action. The audience, primarily comprising 20–25 women, responded with deep emotional intensity, reflecting the sensitivity and immediacy of the subject. Several participants shared personal experiences of marital r**e, expressing that while they had not felt able to seek justice, they hold hope in younger generations to drive change.

The applied theatre method was used as a tool to raise awareness around a pressing social justice issue, combined with dramatic performance to depict the lived realities of marital r**e.

Frontline social workers hold up systems that are meant to protect others, yet their own safety, wellbeing, and security...
20/04/2026

Frontline social workers hold up systems that are meant to protect others, yet their own safety, wellbeing, and security remain deeply overlooked. Our study, “Most Burdened, Least Supported” by The Solidarity Network, an Initiative by Shakti Shalini, brings forward what must change urgently.

From funding agencies to organisational leadership, and from state actors to the sector at large, the responsibility to act is collective, because security is not a privilege, it is a basic right. This is not just about improving working conditions, it is about recognising frontline social work as essential, skilled labour that deserves dignity, protection, and long-term support.

The question is no longer whether change is needed. It is: who will take responsibility, and how soon?

To read the full report, the link is given in our bio and the website.

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What does security look like for those who stand on the frontlines of support?Our latest study, Most Burdened, Least Sup...
17/04/2026

What does security look like for those who stand on the frontlines of support?

Our latest study, Most Burdened, Least Supported, reveals critical gaps in the physical, psycho-emotional, and financial wellbeing of frontline social workers in India. From limited access to safety equipment and mental health support to widespread job insecurity, the findings highlight an urgent need to centre their safety and dignity.

It’s time we move from just acknowledging the work of frontline workers to actively safeguarding those who do it. Read the full report on our bio and the website!

Most Burdened, Least Supported is a research study by The Solidarity Network, an initiative by Shakti Shalini, that brin...
14/04/2026

Most Burdened, Least Supported is a research study by The Solidarity Network, an initiative by Shakti Shalini, that brings attention to the physical, psycho-emotional, and financial realities of frontline workers in India. Through stakeholder consultations and voices from the field, this report not only highlights existing gaps but also lays the groundwork for meaningful action.

It’s time we move from acknowledgment to accountability.

Read the full report and join the conversation.

10/04/2026

The quality of community support is closely linked to the wellbeing of those delivering it.

Anant Asthana, Child Justice and Criminal Lawyer, reflects on how strengthening support for frontline workers directly influences the quality and effectiveness of services provided to communities.

His insights highlight that effective support frameworks must take into account the day to day challenges faced on the frontlines.

Read the full research on the status of security and wellbeing of frontline workers in India here: [Link in bio]

09/04/2026

With over 20 years of experience in social work, Kamla Yadav, Migration and Asylum Project (MAP), offers a grounded perspective on why security and wellbeing of frontline social workers require closer attention.

In this video, she reflects on the importance of recognising the conditions and challenges that shape frontline roles, drawing from her long-term engagement in the field.

Watch the video to hear her perspective.

Stay tuned for the next video in this series.

Read the full research on the status of security and wellbeing of frontline workers in India here: [Link in bio]

08/04/2026

In this video, Sahitya Gupta, Nazariya Foundation – A Q***r Feminist Resource Group, reflects on why these conversations are necessary. His reflections highlight the need to recognise the challenges inherent in frontline roles and the importance of listening to the experiences of those directly engaged in this work.

Watch the video to hear more.

Stay tuned for the next video in this series.

Read the full research on the status of security and wellbeing of frontline workers in India here: [Link in bio]

07/04/2026

In this video, Arshi Siddiqui, Counsel to Secure Justice (CSJ), shares her perspective on the burdens faced by frontline social workers and how they are often insufficiently supported, highlighting the importance of prioritising conversations around their security and wellbeing.

She reflects on the role of frontline workers as the face and backbone of organisations, highlighting that the strength of community support systems is closely linked to their wellbeing.

Her insights emphasise the importance of centring frontline workers in discussions around care, support, and sustainability.

Watch the video to hear her perspective.

Stay tuned for the next video in this series.

Read the full research on the status of security and wellbeing of frontline workers in India here:
[Link in bio]

Frontline social workers sustain systems of care yet their own safety and wellbeing remain at riskThis blog brings toget...
06/04/2026

Frontline social workers sustain systems of care yet their own safety and wellbeing remain at risk

This blog brings together key insights from a recent study by The Solidarity Network (a Shakti Shalini initiative), highlighting the physical, psycho-emotional, and financial challenges frontline workers navigate every day.

Read the full blog here: https://www.devstud.org.uk/2026/04/01/rights-wellbeing-action-towards-securities-of-frontline-social-workers-in-india/

Scan the QR code to access the report.

The Solidarity Network, an initiative by Shakti Shalini, launched a report, “Most Burdened, Least Supported: Towards Sec...
30/03/2026

The Solidarity Network, an initiative by Shakti Shalini, launched a report, “Most Burdened, Least Supported: Towards Security and Wellness of Frontline Social Workers,” on Thursday, 19 March 2026 at the India International Centre.

This research study emerges from the need to better understand the everyday realities of frontline social workers whose roles are critical to community support systems, yet often remain under-recognised and insufficiently supported. By combining qualitative insights with quantitative data, the study examines how issues of safety, emotional wellbeing, and financial stability shape frontline work.

The launch included a presentation outlining the research overview, key findings, and recommendations, followed by a panel discussion that brought together diverse sectoral perspectives on security and wellness in frontline roles.

The panel featured:
Arshi Siddiqui (Counsel to Secure Justice), Sahitya Gupta (Nazariya Foundation - A Q***r Feminist Resource Group) and Kamla Yadav (Migration and Asylum Project)

The discussion was moderated by Monika Tiwary (Survivor Support Lead, Shakti Shalini).

Read the full report to explore the findings in detail.

Here’s the link:https://shaktishalini.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Research-Print-Final-Version-2.pdf

For more check out our website www.shaktishalini.org

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