Priyanka Bhattacharya Transnational Abandonment More articles Transnational abandonment is on the rise in the UK and US “Transnational marriage abandonment lies at the intersection of immigration and patriarchal control, … Continue reading Transnational wife abandonment in South Asia
Saheli is proud to share the news that Attorney Manisha Bhatt, of Greater Boston Legal Services was chosen the INEN Woman of the Year. Manisha is a past member of … Continue reading Manisha Bhatt, Past Advisory Committee Member, Chosen Woman of the Year 2017
In light of the current political climate, it is easy to feel confused about what one can and can’t do. Many immigrant women, not familiar with immigration law or … Continue reading Know Your Rights
Each year, Saheli chooses an outstanding individual who volunteers in the service of women and children at a special party honoring volunteers. This annual ritual brings great energy and enthusiasm … Continue reading Usha Verma of India Society of Worcester is Chosen Saheli Volunteer of the Year
Coming in the fall, another new community service from Saheli. With a grant from SABA – USA, Saheli will offer free legal assistance in many areas of the law: immigration, … Continue reading South Asian Bar Association Supports Free Legal Clinics at Saheli
Maya Ragavan, MD, BMC, pediatrician, spoke to Saheli DV advocates on Saturday April 8th about the Effects of Intimate Partner Violence on Children’s Health and Wellbeing at the monthly meeting … Continue reading Effects of Intimate Partner Violence on Children
In March, Saheli began offering an “Advanced Excel and Publisher” computer class at Thomas Crane Public Library So far, students have finished three Excel classes with Saheli volunteer Alvin teaching … Continue reading Quincy Computer Classes
By Christine Francis On March 23rd, 12pm-2pm, Saheli had the honor of hosting REACH’s Community Engagement Specialist, Lauren Montanaro and her colleague in our office. In this time, Lauren and her … Continue reading Legal Training for Advocates by REACH
By Katy Hurley Saheli is proud to announce the conclusion of the College Readiness Program for South Asian Girls for the 2016-17 academic year. Eighteen young women ranging in age … Continue reading Conclusion of 2016-2017 College Readiness Program for South Asian Girls
By Divya Chandra, Saheli Volunteer Two Saheli volunteers, Professor Anil Saigal and Jonjy Ananth, MD, were sworn in as Commissioners of the Asian American Commission late last month by State … Continue reading Sahelis Sworn In As Commissioners
