Project Didi Australia is committed to restoring hope, dignity and independence to women and girls in Nepal exposed to trafficking and gender-based violence,
through trauma-informed care, family strengthening and reintegration,
education and pathways to employment.

You're invited to a virtual screening of documentary film, I AM BELMAYA, and a live Q&A with director, Sue Carpenter.

A tale of rebellion, courage and hope in patriarchal Nepal.

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We partner with locally-led organisations in Nepal.

We work with well established, reputable organisations in Nepal, specialists in trauma-informed care with over 10 years of experience supporting women and girls.

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We are powered by our didis, a respectful term for sister in Nepali.

​We provide survivors of trafficking and violence with the support, tools and opportunities they need to lead self-determined lives. 

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We challenge the inequalities that hold women & girls back.

We raise awareness and advocate for action to end gender-based violence & modern slavery with our community in Australia.

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Mother's Day with Family Based Care housemother, Bina
9/5/2021

 There are very few options for long-term, trauma-informed care for survivors of trafficking and violence in Nepal. The Nepali Police typically refer trafficking survivors to government-run, one stop emergency centres located within hospitals. These are often impersonal and lack the holistic care survivors need.

Family Based Care provides an alternative. For Mother's Day, we spoke to Bina, one of our local partner's Family Based Care housemothers. Bina provides a safe, caring home for children who have experienced significant trauma. Through her calm, consistent parenting, and the support of our partner's social workers and counsellor, children rebuild their wellbeing, confidence and hope for the future.

While some children are unable to return home, due to stigma, family instability or financial challenges, our partner works to strengthen children’s biological families to eventually transition them from Family Based Care to safe, happy lives within in their own communities.

What is your favourite time of day in your family based care home?
I like to spend time with children. I like to listen to them and I enjoy to see them play and the way they share their activities with me. My days passes well listening to them.

         The greatest strength of the children in my home is they are fearless, they feel comfortable to share
         with people they trust, they can share their problems and difficulties.

What do you think needs to change for women and girls in Nepal?
There is a need to change the education system in Nepal. Children from many parts of the Nepal still do not have access to education. Equality between girls and boy is still a big issue in Nepal. Boys have more priority in comparison to girls.

What allows you to stay positive when you are facing challenges?
When I feel difficulty, I share with the Social worker or House Manager and I conduct a house meeting to find solutions to problems. When I am stressed and angry due to children’s behavior I  use anger management techniques to manage my anger issues.

What hopes do you have for the future for women and girls?
Regardless of various difficult circumstances children have faced, they should focus and prioritise their academics and plan to complete their studies so that they could be capable enough to look after themselves and their family.

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