Unveiling Stories of Courage: SNEHA’s Sangini Programme

The testimonial video features a fiery activist who actively campaigns against domestic violence in the slums of Mumbai.
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Indu Tai, a SNEHA Sangini, who works on preventing domestic violence in Mumbai’s slums | Photo by Simit Bhagat

Mumbai-based non-profit organisation Society for Nutrition, Education and Health Action (SNEHA) works on preventative and promotive healthcare, with a particular emphasis on the well-being of vulnerable women and children.

SNEHA collaborated with Simit Bhagat Studios to produce a testimonial film featuring Sanginis, who prevent domestic violence in Mumbai’s slums. This video educates communities on Gender-Based Violence intervention and encourages volunteerism for this crucial cause.

Simit Bhagat Studios (SBS) crafted a short testimonial film showcasing Indu Tai that highlights the transformative role of Sanginis.

A testimonial video for Mumbai-based nonprofit – SNEHA.

During their visit to Mankhurd, we interviewed Indu Tai, whose resilience and commitment to protecting women from harm provided a moving account. Her story underscores the complexities of combating gender-based violence and the indispensable role of community volunteers.

Indu Tai, a pillar of strength in Govandi, boldly confronts patriarchal injustices and supports women in need. Despite the community’s reluctance to acknowledge gender-based abuse, she perseveres in her efforts.

Her narrative highlights SNEHA’s impactful efforts in establishing a network of women combatting gender-based violence. These testimonial videos capture stories of resilience. Furthermore, they also enable social impact organisations to demonstrate their impact through the voices of those they serve.

Indu Tai boldly fights patriarchal injustices and helps address gender-based abuse.

Indu Tai’s courageous stance against patriarchal injustices and her dedication to addressing gender-based abuse exemplify the ethos of SNEHA.

Our partnership with SNEHA in documenting Indu Tai’s story underscores the resilience within communities and the crucial role organisations play in effecting positive change.

If you are a social impact organisation seeking to amplify your impact through compelling visual storytelling, please get in touch with us here.


Client: Sneha Mumbai 
Discipline: Film and Photography 
Director: Simit Bhagat 

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