Partnership with Raksha
Project Profile: Raksha Nepal (www.rakshanepal.org.np) is a NGO that serves to re-habilitate women of the sex trade, empowering them through education, therapy and skill training. When women first come to Raksha, they are aided with shelter, food and necessary health care. Raksha then provides a series of vocational training programs (driving, cell phone repair, beautician skills, hair cutting, knitting ) so the women can support themselves through various means of employment. This NGO is small and warm, creating a supportive and family like environment for these women in recovery. They also put on screenings of documentaries involving human trafficking and the sex trade around Kathmandu to create awareness within the community about this pressing issue. To learn more about RAKSHA, download their brochure here.
Partnership History: Raksha has been an Omprakash partner since 2009. Raksha was introduced to the Omprakash network by Sarah Zellweger, recipient of a 2008 Volunteer Grant. Contact Sarah at sarahzellweger@gmail.com to learn more about Raksha.
Needs: Raksha is constantly looking for support to continue their vocational skill training courses for their clients. Furthermore, educational materials, such as books and paper are always welcome.
Volunteer Program: The three women running Raksha Nepal are excited at the possibility of opening their home to volunteers who may be interested in working with Raksha. Raksha is seeking volunteers with computer, networking, and grant-writing skills. Raksha seeks volunteers who are sensitive to women’s issues and interested in staying for at least six months. Given the nature of their work they also prefer female volunteers. Volunteers will be fully immersed in the day top day happenings at the main Raksha office (meetings, group sessions, vocational trainings, organizing events, etc). Please contact Raksha for more information.