Abstract
In this paper, I present primary interviews I have undertaken with acid attack survivors on the pain, trauma, and challenges faced by them. I interviewed 20 survivors – male and female – from across India and attempt to give them voice. This paper looks at their current mindset, reasons for the attacks with a gender lens and their lives before and after. I examine the current laws and regulations in India pertaining to acid attacks. I appeal to the international community to put pressure on India and the world to stress the need for mandatory psychological counseling, free education, appropriate jobs and speedy justice. I have also interviewed 20 pharmacy shops, road side vendors and small clinics who sell acid in Delhi.
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Health Promotion and Education
KEYWORDS
Acid, Attacks, India, Asia, Law, Violence, Legal, Aid, Education, Jobs
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