Kat-Katha

Kat-Katha is a non-governmental organisation based in New Delhi, India working on human rights, children & youth, education +3 more.

Kat-Katha is a non-profit society based in New Delhi that works to end forced sex work and support women and children living in the brothels of GB Road, one of Delhi's red-light areas. Founded in 2011 by Gitanjali Babbar, who lived inside the brothels while working with the women, the organisation runs bridge schooling, stitching and vocational training, cooking, expressive arts, mental health support, academic support, and job and internship opportunities. Its aim is to help women and children gain literacy, skills, and alternative livelihoods, and to create safe spaces that build trust with the local community and support their integration into mainstream society. Kat-Katha relies on volunteers and donations and has been recognised by several national awards for its work.