17/08/2026
Privileged to contribute as a Trainer for a session on Documentation at the Special Training Programme for Counsellors of Police Station Based Support Centres (Mahila Sahayata Kendra). It was organised by the Gender Resource Centre and Directorate of Women Wing, WCD Department - Government of Gujarat, in collaboration with NIMHANS, Bengaluru.
This capacity building initiative brought together 80 dedicated counsellors working on the frontlines of women's support services, with a shared mission to strengthen assistance for women in vulnerable situations.
A critical insight from our session: Clear, precise, and systematic documentation isn't merely administrative, it's the bedrock of legal clarity, victim advocacy, and sustained accountability. When counsellors document with intention and care, they amplify the voices of those seeking help and create tangible pathways to justice.
What struck me most was the genuine commitment in the room. A collective dedication to fostering respect, equity, and meaningful support for women in need. The energy and questions reflected counsellors who truly understand the weight of their work.
Gratitude to WCD Gujarat and the entire organising team for creating such a thoughtfully designed and impactful programme. Together, we're strengthening the systems that matter most, those that protect and empower.