Testimonies
Read the powerful stories of some of our ladies who have found a new lease of life after coming to Touch Nature.
SHANTI'S STORY
Shanti is the daughter of a victim of trafficking in Kolkata. Struggling in school and feeling lonely and neglected by her colleagues in her old workplace, Shanti was demoralised and searching for a community that would care for her. Shanti had no way of knowing that by coming to Touch Nature, she would not only find friendship but a family. She also learn for self reliance, she learned hand made soaps and candles and all Spa products in touch nature.
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BINA'S STORY
After her supervisor in Kathmandu tricked her into entering Kolkata's flesh trade, Bina desperately sought for a way out for 3 long years. Find out how Bina came to be Touch Nature's first staff.
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JASMINE'S STORY
Coming from an abusive home, Jasmine was tricked into entering the flesh trade when she was promised a good job and better life. Read about how Jasmine endured a long and painful journey through her teenage years and eventually came to find healing.
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THROUGH THE EYES OF A VOLUNTEER: HANNAH'S STORY
Since age 19, Hannah has felt a tugging to come to India. In May 2018, she spent more than 2 weeks doing life with the ladies at Touch Nature, laughing, eating, praying, wrapping soaps, making gift boxes...
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THROUGH THE EYES OF A VOLUNTEER: CARMEN'S STORY
My name is Carmen Cheung, I'm from Hong Kong. I have already spent a month in India. I came here to learn more about life in India and what it is like to work for a social enterprise...
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THROUGH THE EYES OF A VOLUNTEER: LYCIA'S STORY
I've learnt quite a bit from the women who work here. If you are ever here, you should ask for some stories. They've got lots to tell. It's a small and cosy community, very welcoming. I've tried their soaps too, and they are so moisturising!...
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