From Despair to Determination: Ashfaque’s Story
"Before my class 10 board exam, I decided to stop studying and look for work. But I could not, well more specifically they did not let me do it," said…
Araf’s Tale of Hope and Healing
Araf is just six but has known more pain in his short life than most people endure in a lifetime. He was born with a tumour at the base of…
Boys Club Fighting Against Gender Stereotypes
"Gender stereotypes and cultural norms have long justified violence against women, reinforcing harmful ideas like 'men are aggressive, while women are submissive.' These beliefs create a culture where abuse is…
1000 Days of Care and Hope
Calcutta Rescue, in collaboration with Fundación Colores De Calcuta and Manos Unidas, is proud to support our Mother and Child Health project. Central to this initiative is our "1000 Days…
From Silence to Support: Tackling Mental Health at Calcutta Rescue Education Projects
Trigger Warning: Teen Suicide"I couldn't help my friend when he committed suicide," said Rahul, 15, a student of Calcutta Rescue, his voice heavy with regret. Rahul lost his best friend,…
Our Vermicompost Project is Expanding
What began as a modest waste management endeavour in Dakshineswar's slum has now become a local sensation. Project Kiran, which took root in 2022, and originally aimed at converting biodegradable waste…
Innovations in Wound Healing Procedure
Sujata had a motorbike accident where her feet got stuck inside the motorbike wheel rendering her unable to use her right foot. When she visited the government hospital, the wound was so bad,…
Our founder Dr Jack Preger’s room at Sovabazar turns into an exhibit attraction
Five years after he finally retired, aged 88, a new photo exhibition about Calcutta Rescue's inspirational founder, Dr Jack Preger, has opened in the room where he lived for most…
Infected: The Hidden Danger of Subarno’s ‘Small Mistake’
"When I got to know what happened to me, I wanted to die." said Subarno whose life, at the age of 22, took such an awful turn due to a…
Celebrating The Success Of Our Teachers
"Visiting Calcutta Rescue has been an incredible and humbling experience," remarked Mr. Ben Taubman, a trustee of the Helga Todd Educational Foundation.The Helga Todd Teacher's Education Foundation, an educational charity…