Dr. Hari Prasad Kanoria
TRUSTEE
Dr. Hari Prasad Kanoria is an industrialist, banker, journalist, educationist, philanthropist, environmentalist, social awakener with the vision for enhancing spiritual value service to humanity and taking up the cause for women awakening. He gets his inspiration from the teachings of Praramhansa Shri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda, Paramhansa Yojanandaji, Holy Scriptures and from other great thinkers and philosophers.
He has been supporting several social causes including running educational institutions for the underprivileged and reaching out to deserving students for scholarships.
He is also a motivational speaker and has been awarded several national and International awarded for service to humanity.
He has been awarded several awards and recognitions for his contribution for exemplary contribution to humanity.
He was awarded the “Global Man of the Year 2015” at 3rd Annual Global officials of (G.O.D), awards held in August 2015 at the United Nations in New York. The highest recognition conferred to an individual for exemplary contributions to Humanity.
Dr. Rahul Varma
TRUSTEE
Dr. Rahul Varma is a multifaceted Corporate Executive and Philanthropist with a distinguished career in diverse roles spanning over 39 years.
A leader whether Corporate or Charity with a strong vision and dedication to his commitments.
He has held Strategic Senior Positions with Large Corporates & Foundations in India as Director, Vice Chairman, CEO and President.
He has represented his organization on various foreign assignments as a key member including the United Nations and is dealing with several international NGO’s and Associates working on women empowerment, education, world peace and service to humanity.
He is also the Secretary General of West Bengal Federation of United Nations Associations and other NGOs.
He was invited as a motivational speaker in several reputed National and International platforms and has been awarded several National and International awards for service to Humanity.
Acid Survivors & Women’s Welfare Foundation (ASWWF) has it’s Headquarters situated in Kolkata. The Eastern India Chapter also operates from Kolkata. In addition, we have chapters covering Western India, Northern India, Southern India, Bihar and Odisha operating from Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Meerut, Patna and Bhubaneswar respectively.
| Headquaters, Kolkata | |
| Contact: | Coordinator – Headquarters |
| Phone: | + 91 90076 12727 |
| E-mail: | director.asfi@gmail.com |
| Address: | 45, Radhanath Chowdhury Road, Tangra Industrial Estate – II, Kolkata – 700015 |
| Western India Chapter, Mumbai | |
| Contact: | Coordinator, Western Chapter |
| Phone: | + 919920978393 |
| E-mail: | pranali.asfi@gmail.com |
| Address: | Avantika building, 46, gopaldas deshmukh road, peddar road. Opp cumballa hill mtnl, next to hsbc bank ., Mumbai – 400026 |
| Northern India Chapter, Delhi NCR | |
| Contact: | Coordinator, Northern Chapter |
| Phone: | + 91 7830101007 |
| E-mail: | chandrahassmtc@gmail.com |
| Address: | B – 23, Sushantlok, Florence Marvel Villa, Phase – 3, Sector – 57, Gurugram – 122002 |
| Southern India Chapter,Chennai | |
| Contact: | Coordinator, Southern Chapter |
| Phone: | +91 9841266527 |
| E-mail: | manager.ops.asfi@gmail.com |
| Address: | 400, Avvai Shanmungam Road, Vrindaban Enclave. Fl. No- 21, 4th Floor, Gopalapuram, Chennai- 600086. |
| Odisha Chapter, Bhubaneswar | |
| Contact: | Mrs. Namrata Chadha, Head, Odisha Chapter |
| Phone: | +91 9437001325 |
| E-mail: | namrata.aswwf@gmail.com |
| Address: | HIG/II/27, Kapil Prasad BDA Colony, Bhubaneswar – 751002. |
| Bihar Chapter, Patna | |
| Contact: | Mr. Alok Ghai, Resident Representative |
| Phone: | +91 9771435787 |
| Address: | Ground Floor, “AMRAYAL” R.S. Mishra Path, East Boring Canal Road, Patna: 800 001. |
Collaborations and Associates :
Associates are independent registered organizations with whom an understanding is reached towards a common purpose and collaboration for synergy and mutual benefit.
Acid survivors Trust International (ASTI) :
ASTI is a registered not for profit charity based in UK that establishes and supports organizations where they are needed in countries that have a high acid attack rate and brings attention to this brutal crime at the international level, so as to get governments to enact their responsibilities and provide better treatment for survivors. It has helped establish partner organizations in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Uganda and Pakistan. India is the newest member of this partnership. Acid Survivors Trust International has been in the vanguard of campaign against acid violence and serves as centre of excellence.
Ati Jeevan Foundation :
We have also established relationship for working closely with Ati Jeevan Foundation based in Bengaluru in the state of Karnataka. Their primary aim is to help acid attack survivors by supporting their rehabilitation physically, mentally and economically. Ati Jeevan is striving to open the doors of opportunities for the survivors to earn their living with their own skills and talent and also help them to become economically independent in their lives.
Internatinal Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care (PCVC)
We are working with a reputed organization in Chennai, namely, The International Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care (PCVC), a non-profit organization that was set up in response to the need for a support agency for survivors of domestic abuse. Their services include crisis management, legal advocacy, and support and resource services. PCVC is setting up a ‘Healing and Recovery Centre’ for the care and treatment of burn survivors including acid survivors. The MOU will be finalized shortly.
Human Rights Law Network (HRLN):
We have been working with the Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) which is a collective of lawyers and social activists dedicated to the use of legal system to advance human rights in India. HRLN provides pro bono legal services, engages in advocacy and conducts legal awareness programmes. They have been helping survivors of acid attack getting compensation from the respective state or Union Territory governments and also fighting for justice in getting the perpetrator convicted. HRLN is having a large network of its offices all over India with their headquarters located at Delhi.
GORANBOSE GRAM BIKASH KENDRA (GGBK):
ASWWF is associated with Goranbose Gram Bikash Kendra (GGBK). It is a non-profitable organisation which emphasizes creating the best and meaningful opportunities for Indian citizens without discrimination. GGBK addresses issues of social, environmental and global concern. It is an organization which focuses on developing outstanding leaders among women, youth and children and differentially abled citizens.
SAMAJ UNNAYAN KENDRA (SUK):
We are associated with SAMAJ UNNAYAN KENDRA which is a voluntary social service organization for social action and economic development in a holistic integrated way. SUK works on Disability & Development (through early identification, relevant education, training, counselling, networking, advocacy, aids & appliances support), Health (main focus is on mother & child health- preventive, promotive & curative way) & Nutrition (for children, pregnant women, nursing mothers), Disaster Preparedness (forming task force- giving training etc.) & Management (rescue, relief, rehab) and Civic Rights.
PUBLIC POLICE NGO:
In association with ASWWF, Public Police NGO assists people in having their grievances, complaints registered, heard and addressed with the help of higher police/government authorities. It also educates citizens on their legal rights and responsibilities to make a healthy relationship between the public and police personnel. People get connected and worked cooperatively with one another through Public Police NGO and also creates awareness among the people to honour Police personals, law enforcement agencies and members of the public for their outstanding service to society.
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Dr. Hari Prasad Kanoria
TRUSTEE
Dr. Hari Prasad Kanoria is an industrialist, banker, journalist, educationist, philanthropist, environmentalist, social awakener with the vision for enhancing spiritual value service to humanity and taking up the cause for women awakening. He gets his inspiration from the teachings of Praramhansa Shri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda, Paramhansa Yojanandaji, Holy Scriptures and from other great thinkers and philosophers.
He has been supporting several social causes including running educational institutions for the underprivileged and reaching out to deserving students for scholarships.
He is also a motivational speaker and has been awarded several national and International awarded for service to humanity.
He has been awarded several awards and recognitions for his contribution for exemplary contribution to humanity.
He was awarded the “Global Man of the Year 2015” at 3rd Annual Global officials of (G.O.D), awards held in August 2015 at the United Nations in New York. The highest recognition conferred to an individual for exemplary contributions to Humanity.Dr. Rahul Varma
TRUSTEE
Dr. Rahul Varma is a multifaceted Corporate Executive and Philanthropist with a distinguished career in diverse roles spanning over 39 years.
A leader whether Corporate or Charity with a strong vision and dedication to his commitments.
He has held Strategic Senior Positions with Large Corporates & Foundations in India as Director, Vice Chairman, CEO and President.
He has represented his organization on various foreign assignments as a key member including the United Nations and is dealing with several international NGO’s and Associates working on women empowerment, education, world peace and service to humanity.
He is also the Secretary General of West Bengal Federation of United Nations Associations and other NGOs.
He was invited as a motivational speaker in several reputed National and International platforms and has been awarded several National and International awards for service to Humanity. - + Chapters
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Acid Survivors & Women’s Welfare Foundation (ASWWF) has it’s Headquarters situated in Kolkata. The Eastern India Chapter also operates from Kolkata. In addition, we have chapters covering Western India, Northern India, Southern India, Bihar and Odisha operating from Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Meerut, Patna and Bhubaneswar respectively.
Headquaters, Kolkata Contact: Coordinator – Headquarters Phone: + 91 90076 12727 E-mail: director.asfi@gmail.com Address: 45, Radhanath Chowdhury Road, Tangra Industrial Estate – II, Kolkata – 700015 Western India Chapter, Mumbai Contact: Coordinator, Western Chapter Phone: + 919920978393 E-mail: pranali.asfi@gmail.com Address: Avantika building, 46, gopaldas deshmukh road, peddar road. Opp cumballa hill mtnl, next to hsbc bank ., Mumbai – 400026 Northern India Chapter, Delhi NCR Contact: Coordinator, Northern Chapter Phone: + 91 7830101007 E-mail: chandrahassmtc@gmail.com Address: B – 23, Sushantlok, Florence Marvel Villa, Phase – 3, Sector – 57, Gurugram – 122002 Southern India Chapter,Chennai Contact: Coordinator, Southern Chapter Phone: +91 9841266527 E-mail: manager.ops.asfi@gmail.com Address: 400, Avvai Shanmungam Road, Vrindaban Enclave. Fl. No- 21, 4th Floor, Gopalapuram, Chennai- 600086. Odisha Chapter, Bhubaneswar Contact: Mrs. Namrata Chadha, Head, Odisha Chapter Phone: +91 9437001325 E-mail: namrata.aswwf@gmail.com Address: HIG/II/27, Kapil Prasad BDA Colony, Bhubaneswar – 751002. Bihar Chapter, Patna Contact: Mr. Alok Ghai, Resident Representative Phone: +91 9771435787 Address: Ground Floor, “AMRAYAL” R.S. Mishra Path, East Boring Canal Road, Patna: 800 001. - + Associates
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Collaborations and Associates :
Associates are independent registered organizations with whom an understanding is reached towards a common purpose and collaboration for synergy and mutual benefit.
Acid survivors Trust International (ASTI) :
ASTI is a registered not for profit charity based in UK that establishes and supports organizations where they are needed in countries that have a high acid attack rate and brings attention to this brutal crime at the international level, so as to get governments to enact their responsibilities and provide better treatment for survivors. It has helped establish partner organizations in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Uganda and Pakistan. India is the newest member of this partnership. Acid Survivors Trust International has been in the vanguard of campaign against acid violence and serves as centre of excellence.
Ati Jeevan Foundation :
We have also established relationship for working closely with Ati Jeevan Foundation based in Bengaluru in the state of Karnataka. Their primary aim is to help acid attack survivors by supporting their rehabilitation physically, mentally and economically. Ati Jeevan is striving to open the doors of opportunities for the survivors to earn their living with their own skills and talent and also help them to become economically independent in their lives.
Internatinal Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care (PCVC)
We are working with a reputed organization in Chennai, namely, The International Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care (PCVC), a non-profit organization that was set up in response to the need for a support agency for survivors of domestic abuse. Their services include crisis management, legal advocacy, and support and resource services. PCVC is setting up a ‘Healing and Recovery Centre’ for the care and treatment of burn survivors including acid survivors. The MOU will be finalized shortly.
Human Rights Law Network (HRLN):
We have been working with the Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) which is a collective of lawyers and social activists dedicated to the use of legal system to advance human rights in India. HRLN provides pro bono legal services, engages in advocacy and conducts legal awareness programmes. They have been helping survivors of acid attack getting compensation from the respective state or Union Territory governments and also fighting for justice in getting the perpetrator convicted. HRLN is having a large network of its offices all over India with their headquarters located at Delhi.
GORANBOSE GRAM BIKASH KENDRA (GGBK):
ASWWF is associated with Goranbose Gram Bikash Kendra (GGBK). It is a non-profitable organisation which emphasizes creating the best and meaningful opportunities for Indian citizens without discrimination. GGBK addresses issues of social, environmental and global concern. It is an organization which focuses on developing outstanding leaders among women, youth and children and differentially abled citizens.
SAMAJ UNNAYAN KENDRA (SUK):
We are associated with SAMAJ UNNAYAN KENDRA which is a voluntary social service organization for social action and economic development in a holistic integrated way. SUK works on Disability & Development (through early identification, relevant education, training, counselling, networking, advocacy, aids & appliances support), Health (main focus is on mother & child health- preventive, promotive & curative way) & Nutrition (for children, pregnant women, nursing mothers), Disaster Preparedness (forming task force- giving training etc.) & Management (rescue, relief, rehab) and Civic Rights.
PUBLIC POLICE NGO:
In association with ASWWF, Public Police NGO assists people in having their grievances, complaints registered, heard and addressed with the help of higher police/government authorities. It also educates citizens on their legal rights and responsibilities to make a healthy relationship between the public and police personnel. People get connected and worked cooperatively with one another through Public Police NGO and also creates awareness among the people to honour Police personals, law enforcement agencies and members of the public for their outstanding service to society.
