I was abandoned as a child by my relative after my parents died. I was given shelter by Abala Ashrama. I lived my entire childhood feeling uprooted and disconnected. 

When I grew up, I did a few odd jobs but still didn't feel like I had found my path. One day I heard about NEEVA supporting women like me - abandoned, lost and alone. 

NEEVA should me my strengths from all my negativity and gave me the skills to be independent. My life turned around when I found employment with TAXSHE through them and I in turn could keep other women and children safe. I had found my family. I belonged. 

Sujatha, Survivor and TAXSHE Roo

"I am a single mother of a beautiful young daughter. She has Polio and walks with a soft limp. She has only been treated as handicapped all her life living on the pity of friends and relatives. She believed that she could not do some of the everyday tasks that other can such as driving. She was always pulled down in life being nomenclated as a defect piece."

NEEVA helped instill a lot of confidence and ignite the fire within her through counseling, making her aware of her own internal strength. Today, she doesn't look back, she has learnt to believe in herself rather than listen to the dictates of others.

She is a a part time cook and a part time driver. Her earnings of Rs.3000/- per month have increased to 12,000/- per month. She is also encouraging her own daughter to take up this career.

Selvi, Survivor and TAXSHE Roo

I am Vijaya Kumar. When my children were 4 years and 1 year, my husband abandoned me. In one way it was a relief from the abuse but also I did not know what to do. I had two babies who I had to look after. One of children also has a heart condition and medical expenses are so high. I felt alone, scared and thought my life struggle would never end. 

Today, thanks to NEEVA, I earn more than Rs. 20000/- instead of struggling with Rs. 5000/- every month. I have earned respect from people, something that I never had before. NEEVA also encouraged me so much that I own my own car. 

With this financial stability, I take care of the medical expenses of my child and am no longer dependent on charity or small expensive loans. I am proud that I am a single mom and am able to look after and provide all necessities for my children.

Vijaya, Survivor and independent single mother

"I am a young widow and a mother of 2. I am always smiling, bubbly and full of life though my life is not perfect.  she however goes out of her way to make it better.  It could be simple things of just looking good, feeling good about your ownself." 

She is an epitome of positivity, you will always hear her laugh..in all conditions, good, bad, ugly...

She drives around small children of a playschool in Whitefield, Bangalore.  And lives her own childhood with them, laughing, joking, and actually learns English from those small children!  A perfect example of give and take and enjoy your job!  

She has the ambition of becoming a trainer in days to come, giving back to city, her own way of patriotism..

Vijaya, Survivor and independent single mother