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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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!...