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To empower Indian victims of domestic violence to become strong and successful survivors, we provide them with culturally appropriate counselling, suitable support, and safe, stable accommodation.
MatruChhaya is a non-profit organisation established in September 2022 with the primary aim of providing a culturally appropriate Indian women's refuge for victims of domestic violence and their children. Our mission is to offer a safe and peaceful home to those who have been affected by domestic violence, by providing them with the ne
MatruChhaya is a non-profit organisation established in September 2022 with the primary aim of providing a culturally appropriate Indian women's refuge for victims of domestic violence and their children. Our mission is to offer a safe and peaceful home to those who have been affected by domestic violence, by providing them with the necessary support and resources they need to rebuild their lives. A domestic violence victim is a woman who has experienced physical, psychological, financial, or emotional abuse at the hands of a partner or family member. This can include a range of behaviours that cause harm or fear, and may be ongoing or occur as a single incident.
To establish a culturally appropriate and safe accomodation for Indian victims of domestic violence living in Australia.
MatruChhaya is operating from an office based in a DV Hub where the women would be able to access different services at a one stop shop.
Our services are available to Indian women who are living in a domestic violence situation and hold a valid Australian visa. Additionally, the woman must be able to demonstrate Indian ancestry. We also provide services to any woman who is in a relationship with an Indian man and experiencing domestic violence.
We love to meet you, so feel free to email your details. We will be in touch soon!
matruchhayainc@matruchhaya,org.au
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I am a survivor. I am the face of a woman who was sexually and emotionally abused, financially and socially controlled. It has been three years since I escaped a domestic abuse relationship, but I still wonder why it happened to me.
Throughout my life, I have been a gold medallist in studies, a state-level player, and a smart working woman. People often ask me how I could fall into the trap and not identify the red flags sooner. Why didn't I escape sooner?
It happened in an intimate relationship. Initially, I thought the control was love and care. Isolation from family and friends was possessiveness. Even the initial incidents of abuse felt like they were on-off and maybe I have done something wrong.
When the abuse and control surpassed my tolerance limit, I escaped and sought help. When I escaped, I immediately contacted the police because I was afraid what he could do to me. At the same time, one of my friends referred me to MatruChhaya. One of their counsellors came to meet me at the place I was living, as I was very scared and shaky.
They provided counselling over a period of many months and connected me with other support services. My identify was lost after what I had gone through. I was shattered and the Journey had been hard. MatruChhaya supported me throughout the court proceedings and to regain my lost identity. I wish I could have gathered the courage, or someone could have supported me to escape earlier. The longer one remains in an abusive relationship, the more harm it inflicts.
It may seem daunting to leave with numerous questions clouding your mind about where to stay, how to care for your children and how to manage living expenses.
Today, I share my story as a testimony that despite the hardships one may face, it is possible to protect oneself and children with the support of right services. I owe a significant part of my recovery to the Australian system, including Police force, Court System and MatruChhaya. They became my pillars of strength, enabling me to stand tall with their unwavering support. I cannot express enough gratitude for their remarkable services. Thank you for standing by me.
- Anonymous
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