THERE IS NO GREATER GIFT THAN A LIFE OF FREEDOM
Creating pathways to freedom for women in India who are vulnerable to sex trafficking.
Sudara is a hybrid organization - a certified b corp and nonprofit - dedicated to eradicating sex trafficking.
What’s Happening Now
Together, We Are the Path to Freedom
Every January, the United States observes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about the millions of individuals globally, and within our own communities, affected by labor and sex trafficking.
Established by presidential proclamation in 2010, this month serves as a critical call to action for governments, nonprofits, and individuals to educate themselves on the signs of exploitation and to support survivor-led initiatives. It is a period focused on strengthening the systems that protect the vulnerable and renewing a collective commitment to eradicating modern-day slavery, ensuring that every person has the fundamental right to live in freedom and dignity.
Brothel Loft to American Art Galleries
Our partner, Kranti, has been sharing incredible stories from their team and from the young ladies they support.
Read Lata’s story HERE.
“Most children start school at five, but I started working at five. Every evening, I put on my dirty, torn clothes and took my baby brother out to beg on the busy streets of Mumbai. By the time most kids were learning ABCs, I was learning ROI. I knew which traffic lights were “prime real estate,” how to tilt my head just enough to make my eyes look watery, and which shopkeepers might sneak me samosas if I flashed the right smile. I was basically a five-year-old MBA in street survival. Every day at 2am, my mother would collect us from a designated meeting point and bring us “home.” At that age I didn’t realize that “home” was a brothel in Kamathipura, India’s oldest red-light area.”
Future Kranti Dorm Space
On Giving Tuesday, we announced that our partner in India, Kranti, is expanding its home for girls from the red-light areas to create a safe place for even more young women from the red-light areas.
It’s with so much gratitude that we are thrilled to announce that we met our $40,000 goal to make this happen!
Because of your support, Kranti will be able to double the number of girls it serves with this new sleeping space.
We’ll be sharing updates and stories as the build progresses and eventually when new Krantikaris can move into their new home.
This dream became a reality because of you. Thank you, truly.
WE BELIEVE EVERYONE DESERVES TO BE FREE AND SAFE.
That’s why we provide:
THERE ARE MORE THAN 3 MILLION SEX WORKERS IN INDIA.
Poverty
Many women are raising their children on less than $2 per day and struggle to make ends meet.
Powerlessness
Socioeconomic status and gender inequities are barriers to empowerment.
Lack of Access
Lack of resources prevents access to skills training, education and job opportunities.
Why India?
YOUR GIFT PROVIDES FREEDOM, HOPE AND INDEPENDENCE.
Here’s how it works:
You Donate
You choose to give a one-time gift, or become a monthly donor.
We Partner
Our partners in India train women with skills that are in high demand in the Indian market.
Women Thrive
Women decide their own path and gain confidence and independence – and freedom.
Inspiration
KALA
Most of the women in Kala’s family are sex workers. She tried to hide this fact when she was at school. She didn’t want the other students to make fun of her…
MYA
When Mya was young, her mother left to find employment in Mumbai without telling her family. Her mother stayed in Mumbai and was trapped in the sex trade for four years..
VARASI
Varasi’s parents died when she was very young. Her aunt and uncle had promised to take care of her but ended up selling her to a brothel…
THERE IS NO GREATER GIFT THAN A LIFE OF FREEDOM
Make a donation today to help provide safety, independence and hope for women and children in India who are high risk or survivors of sex trafficking
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Give the gift of freedom
Help provide safety, independence and hope for women & children in India who are high risk or survivors of sex trafficking.
Wholesale With Purpose
We learned that we can make faster progress toward our mission through revenue that we reinvest in our cause. So, we partner with wholesalers, distributors and corporations that want to “do good” by selling apparel and accessories hand-crafted by women we support who choose tailoring as their profession.
