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Incubated by Humsafar Trust
We imagine a world where every
female sex worker is empowered, treated with dignity, and is free from discrimination.
"Hum kisi ki Mohtaj Nahi"
- Kusum
We value Freedom
To make our own choices and live our lives without fear
We value Dignity
To be recognized as individuals with inherent dignity, deserving of respect and compassion
We value Agency
To make informed decisions with access to necessary support, leading to fulfilling and empowered lives
We are on a mission to empower female sex workers in India, providing comprehensive support, advocacy, and services that enable them to lead safe, dignified, and fulfilling lives.
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OUR NETWORK
Aazad Titliyan was founded with a vision to unite CBOs working with female sex workers (FSWs) across India into a powerful network. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, including funders, government representatives, and community members, Azaad Titliyan aims to galvanize the sex worker movement, advocating for positive change in the lives of female sex workers and advancing their rights.
Through this network, we seek to strengthen the collective voice of CBOs working with FSW, enhance their capacity, and promote collaboration to improve the lives of our community members nationwide.
We have a strong presence primarily across the northern regions of India, ensuring that our reach extends to diverse communities and addresses the unique challenges faced by female sex workers in different parts of the country.
Azaad Titliyan is founded by Kusum, supported and guided by the Humsafar Trust.
8 States
10 FSW CBOs
1000 members
Azaad Titliyan is a proud member of Member of NSWP (Global Network of Sex Work Projects Limited)
Hear It From Our Network Members
“After attending a capacity-building workshop conducted by Azaad Titliyan, we felt empowered to establish our own Community-based Organisation called Doriyan Foundation in Chandigarh!”
- Pinky, Chandigarh
"In a small town like Hamirpur, through Azaad Titliyan's guidance, we were able to advocate with our key stakeholder and sensitize the police. With this, we received support from the DSP and visibility for the work we do on-ground."
- Suma, Hamirpur
"Through the extensive support of Azaad Titliyan, I was able to hone my leadership skills. Today, I am a proud founding member of a network of People Living with HIV (PLHIV) sex workers in Amritsar."
- Kajal, Amritsar
Azaadi or freedom
What does it really mean?
Freedom of thought
Freedom of expression
Freedom to live my life by my own terms
Freedom to choose the occupation I want
Freedom to provide care children
Freedom to have a livelihood even if I am old
Freedom!
Freedom to fly, to achieve, to be limitless, to be strong!
Azaad Titliyan is a space where we aspire to be free, to live free!
Like a free butterfly would, we aspire to fly, and achieve our highest and true potential.
We are not just sex workers, WE are Azaad Titliyan
"Meri azaadi, mera kaam,
mere tarikese"
"Ache swasthya suvidha
…sirf sapne?"
"Mera kaam, meri pehchan, meri azaadi"
"Umra toh bitni hai,
rozgaar kyu rukna chahiye?"
"Kya mere bachon ko sapne dekhne ki azaadi nahi hai?"
