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India is a country of extremes: on the one hand, a regional power with enormous economic growth, on the other hand, the country is suffering from unimaginable poverty - it is the country with the highest number of people in poverty.

Particularly affected are population groups that have always been excluded and marginalised, so-called "Dalits" ("untouchables"). Together with our partner organisations, we stand up for the rights of disadvantaged population groups and support people in organising themselves and improving their food situation through organic farming.

Auf dem Bild ist eine Gruppe von Frauen zu sehen, die selbst gemalte Bilder in Kamera halten.
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Strong girls - strong communities

In the Indian state of West Bengal, AWO International is working with its partner organisation Kolkata Sanved to protect women and girls from human trafficking. Through dance and movement therapy, as well as targeted awareness-raising activities, the project helps survivors process traumatic experiences and empowers vulnerable girls and women to strengthen their autonomy and agency.

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A woman in a sari works in the garden
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Sustainable agriculture for improved food security in India

Climate change, extreme weather events and food insecurity – many families in Odisha, India, are struggling to survive. Together with the Madhyam Foundation, we are supporting them with sustainable farming methods, better water resources and new income opportunities.

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[Translate to Englisch:] Im Rotlichtviertel Bowbazaar unterstützen wir Frauen mit berufsvorbereitenden Trainings (Foto: AWO International/SKHM)
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New perspectives for the residents in the red light district of Kolkata

Bowbazaar is one of the oldest and largest red light districts in the metropolis of Kolkata in West Bengal, India. Here we work with our partner organisation South Kolkata Hamari Muskan, SKHM for short. The project aims to reduce gender-based violence and offers women the opportunity to go to a “Safe Space”. In addition, we provide health care and education and show the residents alternative employment opportunities.

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