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Bembala Foundation

Supporting women and children facing abuse

You are not alone. Reach out, have a conversation.

HELPLINE: 18001039548

(9:30 am - 4:30 pm)

We have a survivor-centric approach, providing free and confidential support for women and children facing any form of abuse or distress. Abuse is not always physical, it comes in many forms, emotional, sexual, financial, mental – if you or someone you know is experiencing any of these it may help as a first step, speaking to someone about it. Our team of experienced befrienders offer a non-judgmental, safe space to speak and connect.

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Support

Each case begins with compassionate listening and emotional support from our team of trained volunteers and experienced professionals.

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Outreach and Awareness

Our outreach follows a two-pronged approach: raising awareness so women know help is within reach, and building long-term prevention strategies through various programs in schools and workplaces.

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Refferal

We work through our strong partner network –police, lawyers, shelter providers, counsellors, vocational trainers – and draw on Vydehi Hospital’s excellent medical facilities to help survivors navigate their next steps.

ABOUT US

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Why we started Bembala Foundation

Bembala was launched in 2018 by the citizens' group, Whitefield Rising, in Bangalore. Whitefield Rising was founded by a group of concerned citizens who came together to solve problems such as traffic, garbage, water, tree planting, etc. in their communities. They assumed that the problems they perceived or saw in front of them were affecting everyone around them to the same extent. However, there would occasionally be a different kind of appeal for help too. A woman and/or child would need their support.

Who we are

Bembala Foundation runs a support center for women and child survivors of violence and abuse. We provide help from our physical space at the Ob-Gyn OPD of Vydehi Hospital, as well as over a pan-India Helpline. Our services are free and confidential.

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Vision and Mission

Bembala’s Vision is a community with zero tolerance towards violence; a community that supports survivors of all forms of abuse/distress regardless of socio-economic, cultural or religious background. We aspire to create an easily accessible network of support services across Bangalore.

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1 in 3
of all crimes against women are cases of domestic violence

1 in 3
women in India are likely to face intimate partner violence

1 in 10
women facing abuse in India formally report the incident

TESTIMONIALS

I appreciate Bembala to help me, support me get through all my problems, I'm very grateful for your time, encouragement and for your professional care and assistance. Thanks for being friendly and reliable. Your care and guidance helped me make better life choices, I wouldn't have been here in this beautiful place if it wasn't for your guidance. The discussions we had gave me great comfort, hope and courage to deal with my problems. You saved a once broken relationship, thank you so much for helping us rediscover our happiness together.

- A survivor

Someone I sent to Bembala caught up with me on my walk and said "Bembala was just amazing. They helped her with just what she needed. Giving her strength, right information, listening, guidance without being preachy. It was simply perfect. In her emotional state, she was ready to walk out but they have asked her to reflect and plan the exit better as she has a small child. She was suicidal earlier so they have assured her that on any day they will be there for her.

- From a person who referred a survivor

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CONTACT US

Bembala Foundation

Ob-Gyn Department, Ground Floor

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre,

82 EPIP Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560 066.

Timings: Monday to Saturday, 11 am - 3 pm

Phone No.: +91-80-43775561

Helpline: +91 99806 60548 / 1 800 103 9548

Monday to Saturday, 9.30 am - 4.30 pm

bembalainfo@whitefieldrising.org

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