Help 100 women suffering from violence in Nepal

Violence against women in Nepal inflicts profound psychological wounds, often leading to isolation, mental health crises, and cycles of marginalization. KOSHISH Nepal's "Help 100 Women Suffering from Violence in Nepal" project, addresses this through comprehensive trauma healing at a Safe Space. This report details our progress in providing psychosocial support, counseling, and reintegration to foster recovery and empowerment for 50 survivors.

The project targets women aged 16-60 facing gender-based violence (GBV), many abandoned due to resulting mental health challenges like PTSD and depression. At Safe Space we deliver trauma-informed care including Psychological First Aid (PFA), elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and different kinds of other therapies. These evidence-based approaches help survivors process trauma safely, rebuild resilience, and regain autonomy—core to our mission of holistic healing.

More than 30 women every month received residential care with daily individual and group sessions, while more than 20 benefited from tele-counseling for accessible, stigma-free support. Peer groups and family mediation (12 sessions) tackled reintegration barriers, enabling 15 women to return to communities with follow-up plans. Occupational activities, such as art and skill-building, complemented therapy, yielding measurable gains: 20 women showed reduced anxiety and improved wellbeing per assessments, exceeding targets by 10%.

Collaborations with 5 local governments, OCMCs, and families amplified impact, while caregiver workshops boosted ownership and sustainability. Continued GlobalGiving support will empower these 100 survivors toward lasting community reintegration and violence prevention, transforming individual paths to collective healing.