VoiceInMind

VoiceInMind A community - driven initiative enabling youth to voice their perspectives on issues shaping their daily lives.

| 🚨 The face of abuse is changing — and so must our understanding.From cyberstalking, trolling & image-based violence ...
09/05/2026

| 🚨 The face of abuse is changing — and so must our understanding.

From cyberstalking, trolling & image-based violence to emotional manipulation, trauma bonding & digital surveillance — GBV today exists far beyond physical spaces.

VoiceInMind in collaboration with Rewire360 & KRK Law Classes invites you to a One-Day National Online Workshop on

“Unmasking the Algorithm of Abuse: Cyber Safety, Image-Based Violence & the Digital Frontlines of GBV”

An interdisciplinary, trauma-informed dialogue bringing together perspectives from Law, Psychology & Social Work.

Key Discussion Areas:

▪️ Cyber safety & technology-enabled harassment
▪️ Image-based violence & digital consent
▪️ Emotional manipulation & coercive control
▪️ Trauma bonding & survivor psychology
▪️ Cyberstalking, trolling & privacy violations
▪️ Legal literacy on PoSH, IT Act, DV Act & BNS
▪️ Ethical helping practices & psychological safety

Guest Speakers:

🔹 Dr. Sukriti Chowdhary

Assistant Professor, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi

🔹 Supriya Kakarla

Founder & Lead Consultant, Rewire360
Certified PoSH & POCSO Trainer

Participation Categories:
âś” Listener / Participant
âś” Presenter (Research papers, case studies, reports & field-based work invited)

đź—“ Date: 17th May 2026
⏰ Time: 03:00 PM IST
đź’» Platform: Zoom
đź’ł Registration Fee: â‚ą390/- only (Inclusive of GST)

E-Certificate | Session Recording | Learning Resources | Interactive Activities & Case Discussions

đź‘Ą Open for:

Students | Researchers | Faculty | NGO/CSO Practitioners | Professionals from Social Work, Psychology & Law

đź“© Presenter submissions:
Register first, then send your abstract/paper/PPT to: [email protected]

đź”— Register Here:
https://forms.gle/JE8NcwJTA53rPkCk8

đź“„ Workshop Brochure:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1upr9S5MGDlEybw5Hp2Mjbdwdt71fWRw3/view?usp=sharing

đź’¬ WhatsApp Community:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRsESbqUkYoKH6GJ99bnLJ

đź“© Support:
[email protected] | +91 97608 95742

đź“Ś Registration Mandatory
Dialogue. Engage. Empower.

| VoiceInMind successfully concluded its two-day National Virtual Workshop on Gender-Based Violence in Focus: Trauma-I...
05/05/2026

| VoiceInMind successfully concluded its two-day National Virtual Workshop on Gender-Based Violence in Focus: Trauma-Informed Practice, Survivor-Centric Justice, and Legal Accountability in Institutional Spaces.

Over two impactful days, the workshop created a space for dialogue, critical reflection, and practical learning on gender-based violence across psychosocial and legal dimensions.

Day 1 Highlights – Trauma-Informed & Survivor-Centric Approaches:
• Understanding the spectrum of GBV beyond physical violence, including emotional and digital harm
• Exploring why silence persists—stigma, fear, and societal pressures
• Emphasizing survivor-centric language and support systems
• Addressing power dynamics in families, workplaces, and digital spaces
• Recognizing challenges faced by male survivors and the need for inclusive approaches
• Introducing trauma-informed care principles—empathy, validation, and safe referrals

Day 2 Highlights – Legal Frameworks & Institutional Accountability:
• Deep dive into the POSH Act, 2013 and its applicability across workplaces
• Understanding sexual harassment definitions and real-life scenarios
• Role, structure, and responsibilities of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs)
• Complaint procedures, conciliation vs. inquiry, and 90-day timelines
• Ensuring confidentiality, natural justice, and fair investigation processes
• Importance of legal awareness in preventing and addressing GBV in institutions

We extend our sincere gratitude to our speakers for their invaluable insights and to our partner organisations for supporting and strengthening the impact of this initiative.

A heartfelt thank you to all participants for their active engagement, thoughtful discussions, and commitment to building safer and more inclusive spaces.

Shahzeb Khan | Rafia Nikhat | Parna Chakraborty | Ameesh Samalopanan | Lighthouse Communities Foundation | KRK Law Classes

| Second Batch Completion – VoiceInMind Internship Training Programme (April 2026)We are pleased to share the successf...
05/05/2026

| Second Batch Completion – VoiceInMind Internship Training Programme (April 2026)

We are pleased to share the successful completion of the second batch of Shalinis (aged 18–25, from Class 11 to undergraduate/postgraduate level) under the Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program, delivered through the VoiceInMind Internship Training Programme.

The structured intervention focused on building job readiness, digital literacy, and professional communication skills among young women from diverse academic and social backgrounds.

What stands out from the cohort feedback is the practical, application-oriented learning:
Participants reported tangible improvement in:
• Report writing and structuring information clearly
• Professional communication, especially email writing
• Resume building and presentation skills
• Use of digital tools such as MS Office and Google Sheets
• Confidence in expressing ideas and engaging in professional settings

Several participants also demonstrated peer learning and initiative, applying their learnings beyond sessions and sharing knowledge within their networks—an indicator of deeper engagement.

A key takeaway has been the shift from an academic mindset to workplace readiness, with participants gaining clarity on employer expectations and navigating professional environments with greater confidence.
The feedback reflects not just skill acquisition, but holistic growth—confidence, communication, and career awareness.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Udayan Care for the opportunity to collaborate on the Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program and contribute to this meaningful journey.

We look forward to building more such impact-driven learning experiences.

Shahzeb Khan | Rafia Nikhat | Dr Kiran Modi | Udayan Care | Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program

| Today’s dialogue session by VoiceInMind explored a deeply significant theme: “Beyond the Visible: Decoding the Psych...
27/04/2026

| Today’s dialogue session by VoiceInMind explored a deeply significant theme:
“Beyond the Visible: Decoding the Psychological Landscape, Behavioural Responses, and Pathways to Recovery in Child Victimhood.”
We were privileged to have Sania S. lead this powerful discussion, bringing together legal insight and trauma-informed understanding to unpack the complex realities of child victimhood.

The session highlighted how trauma goes far beyond visible harm—reshaping a child’s emotions, trust, cognition, and sense of safety. It emphasized a critical shift in perspective: behaviour is not the problem, but often a survival response.

Key reflections from the session included:
The profound impact of trauma on brain development and emotional regulation
Recognising signs such as withdrawal, aggression, and reenactment as expressions of distress
The importance of early intervention, safe spaces, and non-judgmental listening
Bridging the gap between legal frameworks and ground realities through collective responsibility
The discussion also reinforced the need for trauma-informed, survivor-centric approaches across families, institutions, and communities.

Grateful to all participants for engaging, reflecting, and contributing to this meaningful conversation.

At VoiceInMind, we remain committed to creating spaces that dialogue, engage, and empower.

Shahzeb Khan | Rafia Nikhat | Sania S.

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| VoiceInMind in collaboration with Lighthouse Communities Foundation & KRK Law Classes invites you to a🎓 Two-Day Nati...
27/04/2026

| VoiceInMind in collaboration with Lighthouse Communities Foundation & KRK Law Classes invites you to a

🎓 Two-Day National Online Workshop on
“Gender-Based Violence in Focus: Trauma-Informed Practice, Survivor-Centric Justice, and Legal Accountability in Institutional Spaces”

=> Submissions are invited on themes including psychosocial dimensions of GBV (trauma, stigma, survivor behaviour), legal frameworks and access to justice (POSH, POCSO, reporting challenges), GBV in institutional spaces (workplaces and educational settings), intersectionality and marginalisation, systems and service delivery, prevention and behaviour change, digital forms of GBV, and practice-based or field interventions. Interdisciplinary and original work from social work, psychology, law, and related fields is encouraged.

02nd & 03rd MAY 2026 | SAT-SUN | 03:00 PM IST | ZOOM

E-Certificate | Session Recording | Learning Resources | Networking Opportunities

Participation Type:
* Listener / Participant
* Paper Presenter (Register first, then submit abstract/PPT & Short Bio/Picture at [email protected]

đź”— Register Now:
https://forms.gle/JE8NcwJTA53rPkCk8

đź”— Workshop Brochure:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Q6OdUgOWOWvCY7N0ybnn0beCvgtinCK/view?usp=sharing

📲 Join WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cfb8lDwT9sI46sETmbHq3L

đź“ŚRegistration mandatory

Rafia Nikhat | Shahzeb Khan | VoiceInMind | Parna Chakraborty | Ameesh Samalopanan | Md Kasif Khan | Lighthouse Communities Foundation | KRK Law Classes

| 📢 VoiceInMind in collaboration with Lighthouse Communities Foundation & KRK Law Classes invites you to a🎓 Two-Day Na...
24/04/2026

| 📢 VoiceInMind in collaboration with Lighthouse Communities Foundation & KRK Law Classes invites you to a

🎓 Two-Day National Online Workshop on

“Gender-Based Violence in Focus: Trauma-Informed Practice, Survivor-Centric Justice, and Legal Accountability in Institutional Spaces”

This workshop goes beyond basic awareness to explore how trauma, power dynamics, institutional structures, and legal systems shape the realities of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). It is designed to build a deeper, practical, and interdisciplinary understanding for students and professionals.

What You Will Gain:

* Conceptual clarity on GBV beyond definitions
* Understanding of trauma-informed & survivor-centric approaches
* Insights into legal frameworks (POSH, UGC & institutional mechanisms)
* Real-world case discussions & applied learning
* Interdisciplinary exposure (Social Work, Psychology, Law)

Speakers:

* Ameesh Samalopanan – Assistant Professor, NALSAR University of Law
* Parna Chakraborty – State Program Manager- New Delhi, ARMMAN

đź‘Ą Who Should Attend:

Students | Researchers | Faculty | NGO/CSO Practitioners | Professionals from Social Work, Psychology & Law

đź‘Ą Participation Type:

* Listener / Participant
* Paper Presenter (Register first, then submit abstract/PPT & Short Bio/Picture at [email protected]

Dates: 02nd & 03rd May 2026 | Time: 03:00 – 06:00 PM (IST) | Mode: Online (Zoom) | Fee: ₹390

🎓 Benefits:
E-Certificate | Session Recording | Learning Resources | Networking Opportunities

đź”— Register Now:
https://forms.gle/JE8NcwJTA53rPkCk8

đź”— Workshop Brochure:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Q6OdUgOWOWvCY7N0ybnn0beCvgtinCK/view?usp=sharing

📲 Join WhatsApp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cfb8lDwT9sI46sETmbHq3L

đź“© Support: [email protected] | +91 97608 95742

đź“Ś Registration is mandatory

Dialogue. Engage. Empower.

Rafia Nikhat | Shahzeb Khan | VoiceInMind | Parna Chakraborty | Ameesh Samalopanan | Md Kasif Khan | Lighthouse Communities Foundation | KRK Law Classes

| 📢 VoiceInMind invites you to an engaging talk session“Beyond the Visible: Decoding the Psychological Landscape, Beha...
21/04/2026

| 📢 VoiceInMind invites you to an engaging talk session

“Beyond the Visible: Decoding the Psychological Landscape, Behavioural Responses, and Pathways to Recovery in Child Victimhood”

Explore the impact of trauma on children—understanding behaviour as survival, its effects on identity and mental health, and the importance of trauma-informed care.

What You’ll Learn -

* Trauma, behaviour & emotional impact
* Self-worth, relationships & mental health
* Guilt, shame & recovery pathways

📅 26th April 2026 | ⏰ 03:00 PM IST | 📍 Zoom

Register now (FREE): https://forms.gle/QC7mWA449x6sWcx49

🎯 Open to: Students, professionals & anyone interested in child protection

Speaker: Sania S. - Lecturer, Som Law College & Certified POSH Professional and Trainer

Host: Rafia Nikhat - Co-founder, VoiceInMind

Rafia Nikhat | Shahzeb Khan | VoiceInMind | Sania S.

| VoiceInMind successfully concluded its one-day National Virtual Workshop on“Invisible Chains: A Psychosocial and Leg...
20/04/2026

| VoiceInMind successfully concluded its one-day National Virtual Workshop on
“Invisible Chains: A Psychosocial and Legal Analysis of Child Trafficking and Forced Begging” — as part of our ongoing Child Protection & Safeguarding Series.

The session opened by unpacking the idea of “invisible chains” — the deeply embedded, often overlooked systems that continue to enable the exploitation of children across contexts.

Our speaker, Dr. Harsh*ta Harshu, delivered a compelling, multidimensional session that critically examined the ecosystem of child trafficking. The discussion spanned across multiple forms of exploitation — including forced begging, commercial sexual exploitation, bride trafficking, child labour, and the rising threat of online abuse.

Equally significant was the exploration of the psychological consequences on survivors — including trauma responses such as learned helplessness, dissociation, and PTSD — underscoring the urgent need for trauma-informed interventions.

The session further engaged with key legal frameworks, including the (BNS), , and the , while critically reflecting on the persistent gap between legislation and on-ground implementation.

We were enriched by insightful contributions from our presenters:

1. Sania S. — highlighting systemic legal challenges and enforcement gaps
2. Jinsa Joseph — examining rescue and rehabilitation efforts, including Operation Muskaan/Smile
3. Dr. Gayathri Ranjith — bringing a social work perspective through structured frameworks such as Rescue–Rehabilitation–Reintegration (R3) and Identify–Intervene–Assess (I2A)

The workshop concluded with a powerful collective reflection on rehabilitation, reintegration, community vigilance, and the critical need for multi-stakeholder collaboration to disrupt cycles of trafficking.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our partners — THE DALAI LAMA FOUNDATION, INC. and KRK Law Classes — for their continued support in advancing this important dialogue.

To everyone who joined us — your engagement, questions, and commitment reaffirm that change is possible when awareness meets action.

Shahzeb Khan | Rafia Nikhat | Dr. Harsh*ta Harshu

| VoiceInMind is inviting applications for Outreach & Partnerships - Volunteer (Paid)If you’re someone who wants to wo...
19/04/2026

| VoiceInMind is inviting applications for Outreach & Partnerships - Volunteer (Paid)

If you’re someone who wants to work at the intersection of mental health, child protection, and other social issues, this is your opportunity to step into real, hands-on development work—not just theoretical exposure.

At VoiceInMind, volunteers are not passive participants. You will be actively involved in designing, supporting, and executing initiatives that aim to create meaningful social impact.

🔹 What you’ll do:
* Support workshops, campaigns, and partnerships
* Contribute to research, documentation, and content
* Engage in outreach, communications, and stakeholder coordination
* Be part of community-led conversations and initiatives

🔹 Who we’re looking for:
* Students or recent graduates (Social Work, Psychology, Humanities, or related fields)
* Individuals who are proactive, thoughtful, and impact-driven
* Strong communicators with a willingness to learn and take ownership

🔹 What you’ll gain:
*Certificate & Letter of Recommendation (performance-based)

đź“© To apply, send your CV & cover letter on [email protected] or contact at +91 9760895742

Rolling applications

| We are pleased to share the successful completion of the first batch of Shalinis (aged 18–25, from Class 11 to under...
19/04/2026

| We are pleased to share the successful completion of the first batch of Shalinis (aged 18–25, from Class 11 to undergraduate level) under the Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program, through the VoiceInMind Internship Training Programme (March 2026).

This 10-day structured intervention was designed for young women from diverse social and academic backgrounds, focusing on building job readiness, digital literacy, and socio-emotional competencies.

The feedback has been truly encouraging and reaffirming.

Participants highlighted significant growth in:
Professional communication and email writing
Resume building and understanding job roles
Digital tools such as MS Office and Google Workspace
Interview readiness and workplace confidence

Many Shalinis shared that the program helped them transition from an academic mindset to a more professional and career-oriented approach, while also strengthening their confidence and clarity about future opportunities.

The overwhelmingly positive response reflects not just skill development, but also meaningful personal growth—confidence, self-expression, and readiness to navigate real-world environments.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Udayan Care for the opportunity to collaborate and contribute to this impactful journey.

We look forward to continued engagement and creating more such meaningful learning spaces.

Shahzeb Khan | Rafia Nikhat | Dr Kiran Modi | Udayan Care | Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program

| 📢 VoiceInMind, in collaboration with & KRK Law Classes, invites you to a:One-Day National Online Workshop on“Invis...
14/04/2026

| 📢 VoiceInMind, in collaboration with & KRK Law Classes, invites you to a:

One-Day National Online Workshop on
“Invisible Chains: A Psychosocial and Legal Analysis of Child Trafficking and Forced Begging”

Exploring the hidden realities of child trafficking and forced begging through trauma-informed, legal, and interdisciplinary perspectives.

Present your research and be part of a national-level dialogue on child rights, rehabilitation, and systemic change.

Speaker:

Dr. Harsh*ta Harshu – Leading Expert - Sociological Studies of Child Trafficking | Former Asst. Professor, Trinity Institute of Professional Studies affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi

đź‘Ą Who should join?

Students | Researchers | Faculty | NGO/CSO Practitioners | Legal & Development Sector Professionals

19 April 2026 | 03:00 – 06:00 PM (IST) | Online (Zoom) | Fee: ₹390

🎓 E-Certificate | 🎥 Recording | 📚 Learning Resources | 🤝 Networking

đź“© For paper presentations: Register first, then submit your abstract/PPT at [email protected]

đź”— Register now:

https://forms.gle/JE8NcwJTA53rPkCk8

đź”— Workshop Brochure: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUltx42KSkuR6tJiyNn60GeO5m7FAkxp/view?usp=sharing

📲 Join WhatsApp Group:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cfb8lDwT9sI46sETmbHq3L

Rafia Nikhat | Shahzeb Khan | Dr. Harsh*ta Harshu | | KRK Law Classes | Md Kasif Khan

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