With the recent legislation passed in Texas, Daya wants to shine a light on how these bills may impact survivors in our community.

Daya Board Member Sandhya Sabhnani discusses her struggle to be seen as an American in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks.

Lakshmy Parameswaran explains how the collective trauma we felt after of 9/11 is similar to the trauma survivors of domestic violence face.

With schools back in session, parents and children prepare for a productive and fun school year by buying the best school supplies and...

An anonymous Daya community member discusses their journey towards becoming a LGBTQ+ ally for a loved one.

By Karuna Antani Read how Karuna used music to help her heal as a public mental health professional, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic

Lakshmy Parameswaran’s article published in 1996 gave voice to cultural-specific issues in our community and inspired the founding of Daya.

By Swati Singh A book filled with self-healing and sacred truths, “Her Brave Journey” is a novel which seeks to inspire, empower, and...

To close out Women's History Month, we honor another of Daya's 7 visionary founders, Lakshmy Parameswaran. As a Founder, donor,...

Like so many in the Houston community, we count on Lin to start important conversations, connect the community, and fill our hearts with...

A beacon of hope in our city for over 30 years, we admire Tehmina Masud for finding creative and community-based interventions to reach...

Dr. Lavannya Pandit is proof that movement building strengthens over generations. The daughter of one of Daya's founders, Viji Raman, Dr....

Author, Chitra Divakaruni, has been a decades long supporter of Daya as a volunteer, Board member, and donor. We admire her not only for...

We first met Dua in her role assisting victims at the Missouri City Police Department. A champion for survivors, especially those facing...

Padmini Nathan, past Board President and continued supporter, shares her thoughts on the influence Daya has has on her life: For many...

After a preventable tragedy 25 years ago, Indira began her longstanding support of Daya. Since our inception, she has been deeply...

As a child, I was influenced by a Kannada novelist who went by her pen name 'Triveni' who, ahead of her time, wrote women centric novels...

When we think of a leader, advocate, and overall powerhouse, Indrani comes straight to our minds. For decades she has worked with Daya as...

This personal story was submitted by a survivor who wishes to remain anonymous. TW: sexual abuse I was sexually molested as a child by my...

The Daya staff reflects on our Executive Director, Rachna Khare's leadership during the challenges of the pandemic and 2020. Leadership...