Building Bridges: Reaching Out to Children of Sex Workers

 

The children of sex workers live on the margins of society—hidden from support, caught in cycles of trauma, and burdened by stigma they did not choose. AIM Foundation’s outreach in red-light areas like Sonagachi offers a powerful alternative to invisibility: dignity, education, and hope.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, AIM provided food and hygiene kits to dozens of families in these areas. But their engagement didn’t stop there. By building trust with mothers, AIM gradually extended its reach to the children—offering them access to learning centres, health check-ups, and emotional support programs.

These children now participate in creative activities like art, drama, and storytelling, helping them express emotions in safe, non-judgmental spaces. Facilitators trained in trauma-informed care help children deal with stress, fear, and the burdens of discrimination.

Education is central to AIM’s model. Children are enrolled in formal or bridge schools, depending on their level. They receive school supplies, nutritious meals, and tutoring to stay academically on track.

Parents are included too—through dialogue sessions, counselling, and workshops that address stigma and parenting challenges. AIM helps mothers understand that their children can dream differently and offers the support to make that possible.

In every child uplifted from this background, AIM proves that no circumstance is too dark for light to enter.

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