Project Description
The Guria project is located in the district Varanasi of Uttar Pradesh. Disturbed by the plight of the women in prostitution and the futures of their children, one man decided to take it upon himself to make a change. The Guria project is the brainchild of Ajeet Singh, who has devoted himself to the cause of these children. The aim of Guria, which has been in existence since 1993, is to bring to an end forced prostitution in this community, and the creation of a humane world where all beings co-exist in harmony. Specifically, Guria aims to end second generation prostitution, child prostitution, human trafficking, create awareness among the women of their human and civil rights, and provide support and rehabilitate victims of trafficking, prostitution and other forms of sexual exploitation. The project aims to accomplish this by providing education for the children of women in prostitution, by mainstreaming their higher education, creating awareness in the community, eliminating negative cultural attitudes against girls, and restoring their dignity in the society.
Goal of WAH 2005 Proposal
Work An Hour 2005 will support the next round of funding needed to complete the construction of a nightshelter for the children in this community. The nightshelter will provide a safe place for education, tutoring of those in mainstream schools, and health care for about 150 children, and in turn help around 300 women.
