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 rapes, 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 25th-29th August 2026, Radha Mishra, Coordinator of Skilling and Education at Shakti Shalini, participated in a 5-d...
24/09/2026

From 25th-29th August 2026, Radha Mishra, Coordinator of Skilling and Education at Shakti Shalini, participated in a 5-day workshop on “Instructional Design & Facilitation”, organised by Pravah India.

The workshop brought together practitioners from 10 organisations working across the youth and social sector to explore how we can design and facilitate more meaningful, learner centred experiences.

Over five days, participants explored facilitation and engagement techniques, designing workshops around learners’ needs, learning through reflection and peer feedback, and translating ideas into practical learning experiences.

One of the most valuable aspects was working on a live training design project taking a real challenge from our own community or organisation and developing it into a practical learning experience.

For Radha, the workshop was an opportunity to reflect on how we create spaces where learning is not just about sharing information, but about participating, questioning, practising and learning together.

Radha is bringing these reflections and learnings back into our work at Shakti Shalini.

Shakti Shalini is Hiring a Community Outreach Worker for Men and Boys, Apply Now!Please ensure to read full details abou...
11/09/2026

Shakti Shalini is Hiring a Community Outreach Worker for Men and Boys, Apply Now!

Please ensure to read full details about the vacancy at our website before applying

To Apply, fill and submit the Assessment Form. Read the instructions on the form carefully. Ensure to upload CV to the Assessment Form: https://forms.gle/m6rS2kAiaUFF8ARg6

Application deadline: Sunday, 27th September, 2026

Link to Assessment Form is in bio.

31/08/2026

In this conversation, Ms. Sudha Tiwari, Chairperson of Shakti Shalini, reflects on nearly four decades of leadership, tracing the organization’s origins, evolution, and enduring commitment to addressing gender and sexual violence.

The video revisits the early years of Shakti Shalini—born out of grief, resistance, and a pressing need for systemic change—and examines how it grew into a sustained institutional response supporting survivors across India. Ms. Tiwari shares insights into the founder’s journey, the struggles that shaped the organization’s foundation, and the critical turning points that defined its path.

The discussion also engages with the complex realities survivors continue to face today across social, legal, and institutional systems, offering a grounded perspective on both progress and persistent gaps.

Through personal reflections and historical context, this conversation captures the lived experience of a leader who has actively contributed to a pivotal phase in India’s feminist movement.

Watch the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/iBeCAXswOPI (link in bio)

We invite you to watch, reflect, and share in this conversation as we look back on the journey of Shakti Shalini and the people who have shaped it.

39 years of Shakti Shalini, and another space to grow together. 💛Over the years, the Kushalta Vikas Kendra (KVK) has bec...
31/08/2026

39 years of Shakti Shalini, and another space to grow together. 💛

Over the years, the Kushalta Vikas Kendra (KVK) has become an important part of our work with communities. It has been a place to learn new skills, return to education, build confidence, and take small steps towards greater independence.

But KVK has always been about more than the classes. It has also been a place to meet other women, make friends, share stories, help each other out, and build a sense of community. In many ways, these friendships and everyday connections have been as important as the skills themselves.

As we mark 39 years of Shakti Shalini, we are opening a *
new KVK centre. Our Basic Literacy and Cutting & Tailoring classes will now move into this new space.

We celebrated the launch of the new space and foundation day together with a potluck, games, and lots of dancing.

KVK has already created so many opportunities for learning, connection and growth. With this new centre, we hope to build on that work, reach more people, and create even more room for skills, friendships, confidence and possibilities.

Here’s to everything KVK has been, and everything it can become.

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Sometimes, the first step towards safety is finding a way to make your voice heard.When Shefali could not communicate fr...
30/08/2026

Sometimes, the first step towards safety is finding a way to make your voice heard.

When Shefali could not communicate freely, she found another way. She wrote handwritten letters and sent them through someone she trusted. Those letters eventually reached Shakti Shalini and became the first link in a chain of support.

What followed was not a single act of rescue, but a carefully coordinated process—building local support, working with the police, adapting when the first intervention did not succeed, helping establish her identity, and ensuring she had a safe place to go.

Eventually, Shefali was able to leave the home and reunite with the person she had chosen to marry.

Her story reminds us that rescue is not about deciding what a survivor’s life should look like. It is about creating the safety and support needed for her to make that decision herself.

Swipe to read Shefali’s story.

This campaign aims to build public understanding of rescue as a critical and carefully planned component of crisis intervention in cases of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).

All names have been changed to protect the privacy and safety of the survivors and others involved.

*What makes a rescue challenging?*Rescue is not just about reaching a survivor. It is about reaching them without increa...
29/08/2026

*What makes a rescue challenging?*

Rescue is not just about reaching a survivor. It is about reaching them without increasing the risk. From limited information and remote locations to language barriers, time-sensitive situations, children accompanying survivors, and influential families, every rescue comes with its own set of challenges.

In this post, Monika Tiwary, Survivor Support Lead at Shakti Shalini, shares what happens behind the scenes and why every decision must centre the survivor’s consent, confidentiality and safety.

Because the rescue does not end at escape. Safety planning must continue after the survivor is out.

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What do you do when you know someone may be in danger, but you don’t even know where to find them?Tara’s rescue began wi...
28/08/2026

What do you do when you know someone may be in danger, but you don’t even know where to find them?

Tara’s rescue began with a message from a friend living thousands of kilometres away. He had been unable to reach her for nearly a week and was increasingly worried about her safety.

The team had never spoken to Tara. They did not know her exact address or what she looked like. All they had were scattered details, a few landmarks, and a growing concern that she could be facing serious violence and coercion.
Within 12 hours, the team mobilised on the ground. They searched the neighbourhood on foot, followed leads, compared landmarks and verified every piece of information they received.

Three hours later, they found Tara.

With the help of local authorities, the team established contact with her and confirmed that she wanted help. What began with uncertainty ended with Tara taking her first steps towards safety and freedom.

Her story shows that rescue is not always a straightforward journey. Sometimes, it begins with very little information but with urgency, careful coordination, and the determination to keep searching.

Swipe to read Tara’s story.

Stay tuned to know more such stories of survivor rescue.

All names have been changed to protect the privacy and safety of the survivors and those involved.

*What happens before a rescue?*A rescue is never just about reaching a location. It involves risk assessment, safety pla...
27/08/2026

*What happens before a rescue?*

A rescue is never just about reaching a location. It involves risk assessment, safety planning, identifying threats, coordination, and preparing for unexpected situations.

As we approach Shakti Shalini’s 39th Foundation Day, we’re sharing insights into the careful processes behind crisis intervention and survivor support.

Because before a rescue, there is a lot of planning behind the scenes.

Swipe to learn more from Khushi, Counsellor at Shakti Shalini’s Crisis Intervention and Counselling Centre.

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*Why does a rescue become necessary?*In situations of sexual and gender-based violence, reaching out for help is often o...
27/08/2026

*Why does a rescue become necessary?*

In situations of sexual and gender-based violence, reaching out for help is often only the first step. Sometimes, a survivor cannot safely leave an abusive or violent environment on their own. That is when a carefully planned rescue is needed, one that prioritises the survivor’s immediate safety, needs, and dignity.

As we approach Shakti Shalini’s 39th Foundation Day on 31st August, we are sharing insights and stories from an essential part of our work over the past 39 years: rescue operations.

Through this post, Mikansha, Counsellor at Shakti Shalini’s Crisis Intervention and Counselling Centre (CICC), shares insights into why rescue becomes necessary and what support can look like beyond the moment of intervention.

Because rescue is not just about getting someone out of danger. It is about helping them move towards safety, support, and the possibility of rebuilding their lives.

Sometimes, leaving is not as simple as walking out.At 19, Reena was living in an abusive home where her movements and co...
26/08/2026

Sometimes, leaving is not as simple as walking out.

At 19, Reena was living in an abusive home where her movements and communication were constantly monitored. She wanted to leave, but reaching out for help safely was almost impossible.

A friend living abroad contacted Shakti Shalini’s helpline. Soon after, Reena found a way to reach out herself. With her consent, the team coordinated with the police, prepared her for the intervention, and stayed connected throughout the rescue.

From her home, to the police station, and finally to a shelter. Every step had to be carefully planned around her safety.
For Reena, rescue was not simply about leaving an abusive home. It was about creating a safe path out when reaching for help had almost seemed impossible.
Swipe to read her story.

Stay tuned to know more such stories of survivor rescue.

All names have been changed to protect the privacy and safety of the survivors and those involved.

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6/30-B, Basement, Kargil Park Lane, Jangpura B, Jangpura
Delhi
110014

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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011-24373737

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