Eight Years of Safe Haven by Gender Links: 500 Women and Children Supported So Far

Last Friday, the Safe Haven shelter by Gender Links celebrated its eighth anniversary. Since its inception, its director, Anushka Virahsawmy, and her team have supported 81% of the 500 women and children who have stayed there. Cynthia, who is in charge of the children at the shelter, is one of these success stories and shares her long journey to reclaim her life. Anushka Virahsawmy provides an overview of the support offered at Safe Haven and discusses the alarming proportions ...