Kat-Katha

The organisation initiates its Field Mobilisation activities by conducting thorough field research and surveys to identify the concerns and requirements of women and children. It prioritizes building strong relationships with the community to lay the groundwork for transformation. The Trust organizes mobilization events such as movie screenings, festivals, dance performances, theatre shows, and peace walks to foster friendship and trust within the community. It also addresses healthcare needs through camps and community participation activities, including eye checkups, cleanliness drives, wall painting, and brothel painting. Adult literacy programmes are offered to empower women with classes in Hindi, English, and basic arithmetic. Additionally, skill training programmes are provided, focusing on vocational skills like stitching, crafting, and cooking to enhance economic opportunities for women.

Kat-Katha operates a bridge school programme called Kat-Katha, which has been instrumental in enabling its journey from the very beginning. The project aims to bridge the gap between the community and society by creating safe learning spaces. Children are enrolled in certified schools to ensure optimal exposure and receive ongoing support through mentoring and tutoring. The programme also emphasizes learning different languages to address the educational needs of the children. In addition, extra-curricular activities such as theatre and dance training are provided to foster self-expression and build confidence. Exposure visits and outings are organised to expose the children to new perspectives and give them the opportunity to meet their role models.

The Empower programme by Kat-Katha focuses on enabling women and children to exercise their choices and lead meaningful lives. It offers comprehensive training, exposure, and economic support for alternative livelihood through various projects. One of these projects is HeARTshala, which operates a tailoring initiative within the brothels, empowering five women to create heart pins and strings available through Craftroots. Additionally, the organisation directly sells handmade bags, masks, and other small items. Another project, Maitri Meals, is an FSSAI-registered Cloud Kitchen in New Delhi, where five women from GB Road cook and become financially self-reliant. This project aims to serve as a model for an independent venture, providing the women with skills in operations, accounting, and other necessary aspects of running a kitchen. The ultimate goal is to sustain connections and provide healthy meals made with love.

The Freedom from Forced Sex Work programme by Kat-Katha marks the final stage where the Didi or child is prepared to embrace a life free from enforced limitations, even without the support of Kat-Katha. This stage encompasses three key components. Firstly, financial independence becomes crucial as sustainable livelihood is essential for meeting the tangible needs of survival and provides a foundation of strength and support. Secondly, the beneficiaries embark on a new life characterized by dignity and compassion, making choices that are entirely their own. Lastly, complete rehabilitation requires the individual's courage and the presence of external support mechanisms, as the beneficiary cuts all ties and takes full ownership of their life.