Akshara May 2026

Collaborates with Mumbai Police and the BEST bus service to address sexual harassment in public spaces.

Conducts workshops on gender sensitization, masculinities, and preventive action against violence for young men and women. Response to Crisis: Akshara

The Akshara Centre is a prominent women’s rights organization based in Mumbai, founded in 1995. Its mission is to create a gender-just society free from violence. Collaborates with Mumbai Police and the BEST bus

Launched digital campaigns against domestic violence and child marriage during lockdowns, reaching millions of people. 📚 Akshara Foundation (Bangalore) Campaigns - Akshara Centre which garnered over 9.5 million views.

Provides scholarships and life-skills training to young women from socially disadvantaged backgrounds, supporting their higher education.

A major video campaign addressing harassment on inter-city buses, which garnered over 9.5 million views.