Hamsini’s Rescue
Due to a long-standing societal tradition, Nabha* and Saachi* were married young. They desired a son, which Nabha believed was essential for his honor and a source of pride in his community. After Saachi gave birth to their first child, a daughter named Hamsini*, Nabha began to abuse and neglect his wife and new baby, […]
2024 Mid-Year Update from Abey George, Our Executive Director
Female gendercide wasn’t a concept consciously acknowledged by many people in India, even just a decade ago, but today it is becoming increasingly prominent on the Indian radar. Over more than a decade of our efforts, you have faithfully stood with us to raise our voices together against this scourge. At the start of this […]
Darshini’s Rescue
Darshini’s* rescue story comes straight from the field, written by IGP Staff Writer, Aaron A. In a quaint village surrounded by vast fields, lived a little girl named Darshini*. She was a radiant soul, full of laughter and love, but her life was filled with hardship. Darshini’s parents, illiterate farm laborers, struggled with poverty. Her […]
Hana’s* Rescue
Hana* grew up in a family with strong patriarchal values. From a young age, she faced significant challenges due to gender bias and family issues. Her father believed only a son could continue the family’s legacy, often sidelining Hana and her sisters. Although her mother loved Hana and her sisters deeply, their father’s harsh expectations […]
Spotlight on Sponsorship
Supporters, if you’ve been following our journey, you’re familiar with the incredible impact made possible by our Child Sponsors. Thanks to their generous contributions, our girls receive the essential resources and nurturing required for their flourishing, alongside the invaluable opportunity to pursue an education. In 2023, our Child Sponsorship program reached a milestone with 590 […]
Chana’s* Rescue
In a quiet village, nestled amidst the rustic landscape of rural India, a tale of heartache and resilience unfolds. Married in 2002, Swarith* and Malini* had big dreams and aspirations for a blissful future together. After two years, they were ready to start a family. They knew they wanted to have a son. However, their […]
Amna’s Rescue
Amna*, a nine year old girl, comes from a family facing immense financial hardship. Everyday, the family experienced unbearable tension because Amna* was the youngest of four daughters. Amna’s* father, unable to accept that he never had a son, was consumed by anger. Raised with the belief that a wife’s worth lay solely in bearing […]
Sadhana’s Rescue
When Narun* got married, his expectations were clear: he envisioned a line of male heirs to carry on his legacy. He was elated when his wife gave birth to a son. The arrival of their firstborn was celebrated with pomp and grandeur. Narun poured all his attention and resources into nurturing his baby boy. Time […]
A Note from our Executive Director
“According to the historical census data of India, the female sex ratio has trended downward from a high of 972 in 1901 to an all-time love of 927 in 1991. While the trendline has moved upward since then, it has remained among the lowest in the world. Today, it is at just above 940, according […]