Yoga Medicine® Seva Foundation

Our mission is to combat human trafficking and sexual exploitation by empowering women and children around the globe through education and entrepreneurial opportunities.

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WHAT WE DO

In a culture where women are thought to have little value, educating and empowering them ensures freedom forever. The Yoga Medicine® Seva Foundation partners with the local anti-trafficking organization Her Future Coalition, a 501c3 with 15 years of proven success. This partnership allows us to support the most impactful programs with boots and hearts on the ground in India.

These programs include holistic healing, shelter, healthcare, arts therapy and most importantly, traditional and vocational education. We are passionate about providing and sustaining education that empowers survivors to rebuild their lives and support their families. These educational programs give survivors the tools they need to become leaders in their communities, uplifting others and passing on the virtue of self-worth.

THE SEVA TRIP

We offer service opportunities for our top fundraisers to attend our trips to India, where they can connect the women and children in the shelters and schools, and witness the impact of their fundraising.

Why India?

The Yoga Medicine® Seva Foundation was established to address the severity of India’s human trafficking crisis. We are funded by Yoga Medicine® members and people like YOU. We are independent of any political ideology, economic interest or religion. Our belief is that no situation is beyond hope and India being the birthplace of yoga, we believe it is our duty to give back to a culture that has given us so much.

Global Crisis

Human trafficking is a $1.5 billion industry with 40+ million people trafficked each year. India has the highest number of people enslaved, with approximately 18 million people in modern slavery.

Red Light Areas

Women and children are expected to entertain a minimum of 20 men per day. Families that are forced to raise children in these areas experience a heightened level of risk for trafficking.

Exploitation

Almost 80 percent of all worldwide trafficking is for sexual exploitation, with 30% off all trafficked victims being children. Kolkata, India is a hot spot.

Modern Day Slavery

Every 8 minutes 1 child goes missing in India. It is estimated that 300+ women & children go missing daily, with only 30% being traced.

GET INVOLVED

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Create your fundraiser & Register to Join our team

Create a personalized fundraiser under our parent campaign on NetWorkForGood and begin to connect with your community.

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give a donation today

No matter the amount, big or small, your donation will change lives. You can send a girl to school for as little as $25 a month.

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raise Awareness & share on social media

Social media is a powerful tool when used right. Consider sharing our posts and/or speaking about the global crisis of Human Trafficking.