South Asian Helpline and Referral Agency

06/19/2026

🧘‍♀️ Join SAHARA as we celebrate the 12th International Day of Yoga in partnership with the Consulate General of India, Los Angeles, and community organizations across Southern California! 🌿✨

Yoga is more than movement—it is a path to balance, mindfulness, and wellness for all. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced practitioner, come together with the community to honor this global celebration of health, harmony, and peace.

📍 Orange County Celebration
🗓️ June 21, 2026 | ⏰ 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📌 Mike Ward Community Park Amphitheater, Irvine, CA
🍽️ Followed by lunch

📍 Los Angeles Celebration
🗓️ June 21, 2026 | ⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📌 Drollinger Family Stage at Lawton Plaza, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA

🧘 Open to all ages and experience levels. Bring your yoga mat and join us as we embrace wellness, mindfulness, and community under this year’s theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” 💚

06/17/2026

Strong leadership creates lasting change.

We're grateful for the dedication and vision of Vibhuti Bhuta, SAHARA's Board President. Her commitment to empowering survivors, uplifting communities, and advancing SAHARA's mission helps create a future filled with hope, healing, and opportunity.

Thank you, Vibhuti, for your service and leadership.

06/08/2026

🌟 Empowering the next generation of leaders! 🌟

We were honored to participate in the API Youth Forum, bringing together young minds, community advocates, and future changemakers for meaningful conversations, learning, and growth.

Events like these create opportunities for youth to connect, share their voices, and gain valuable resources that help build stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, engaged with us, and helped make this event a success.

Together, we continue investing in the power, potential, and leadership of our youth. 💙

05/19/2026

The Consulate General of India, Los Angeles cordially invites you to celebrate the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2026. 🧘‍♂️🌎

Join community organizations, wellness leaders, and yoga practitioners for a morning dedicated to peace, mindfulness, health, and harmony under this year’s theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”

📅 Date: June 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Drollinger Family Stage at Lawton Plaza, Loyola Marymount University
1 LMU Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045

🎟️ Please register using the QR code on the flyer or visit: tinyurl.com/ycxkbmtb

We are honored to be part of this meaningful celebration and hope to see you there! ✨

05/06/2026

SAHARA supports healing, wellness, and spaces that nurture emotional well-being in our communities. 💛

Join this beautiful half-day healing retreat, Body of Emotions, facilitated by Dr. Dimple Kaur, designed to help participants reconnect with their bodies through somatic movement, emotional release, and guided healing practices.

In honor of Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness Month, this experience offers a gentle space for reflection, renewal, and community connection. 🌸

📍 Lake Forest Performing Arts Center
📅 Sunday, May 10, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM PDT

✨ Limited seats available
🎁 Floral gift for every mother attending

At SAHARA, we believe healing happens in community and through creating safe spaces for emotional wellness and support.

04/30/2026

Denim Day is a reminder that prevention starts with all of us 👖💜

At SAHARA, we are committed to creating lasting change through education, awareness, and community empowerment. We believe that preventing violence begins with challenging harmful beliefs, teaching consent, and fostering respect in every space.

Wearing denim today is more than a symbol. It’s a stand against victim blaming and a commitment to building a safer future for everyone. It’s a way to honor survivors while also working toward a world where violence is no longer normalized or excused.

Together, through small actions and powerful conversations, we can plant the seeds of change and create communities rooted in dignity, safety, and hope.

03/11/2026

SAHARA extends our heartfelt gratitude to the City of Artesia for recognizing our work during Social Work Month. It is an honor to stand alongside so many dedicated social workers who commit their time, compassion, and expertise to uplifting and protecting our communities.

This recognition reflects the tireless efforts of our staff, volunteers, and advocates who work every day to support survivors, promote prevention, and strengthen families. We are deeply grateful to the City of Artesia for acknowledging the importance of social work and the impact it has on creating safer, healthier communities.

Together, we continue our mission with compassion, service, and hope.

03/09/2026

Today on International Women’s Day, SAHARA celebrates the strength, resilience, and courage of women everywhere.

We honor the survivors who continue to rise with bravery, the advocates who stand beside them, and the community members who believe in a world where every woman feels safe, valued, and empowered.

At SAHARA, we remain committed to supporting, uplifting, and advocating for women and families across our community. Together, we continue the work of prevention, healing, and hope.

Happy International Women’s Day to the incredible women who inspire change every day.

02/11/2026

Thank you for joining us!!!

Reflecting on a wonderful afternoon at the Community Wellness Resource Fair hosted by SAHARA on January 25th. 🤝

Our team of clinicians loved connecting with neighbors, sharing mental health resources, and supporting the vital work for accessible wellness tools in our community. ✨

Building a healthier future starts with showing up for one another, and we’re still feeling inspired by the conversations we had.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello! ❤️
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02/06/2026

A New Chapter Begins at SAHARA 🤍

SAHARA extends its heartfelt gratitude to Krutika as she completes her term as Board President. Her leadership has been guided by compassion, dedication, and a deep commitment to SAHARA’s mission. Through her thoughtful guidance, she helped strengthen our foundation and foster a spirit of trust, collaboration, and care. We are deeply thankful for her lasting impact and continued presence on our Board.

As Krutika passes the baton, we are honored to welcome Vibhuti Bhuta as SAHARA’s new Board President. A longtime Board Member and former Treasurer, Vibhuti brings years of service, experience, and heartfelt dedication to this role. Her leadership reflects empathy, integrity, and a shared vision of safety, empowerment, and hope for our communities.

This transition reflects the strength of SAHARA’s leadership and the power of continuity built on shared values. With gratitude for Krutika’s meaningful service and excitement for Vibhuti’s leadership, we move forward together with confidence and unity.

Please join us in celebrating Krutika’s incredible contributions and warmly welcoming Vibhuti as she begins this new chapter at SAHARA. 💛