We partner with governments and communities to prevent child exploitation and strengthen child protection systems across India.
From rescue and rehabilitation to legal aid and access to welfare for vulnerable families, we deliver survivor-centred support and advocate for child-friendly legal and policy frameworks that uphold their rights.
Our Impact
(April 2023 - June 2026)
14M
More than
Back wages / statutory compensation recovered for 9,809 children
2.4M
More than
Vulnerable families, individuals and children linked to social welfare schemes
240K
More than
Dropout/never-enrolled children mainstreamed in education
21K
More than
Cases of child trafficking and exploitation supported
54K
More than
Children rescued from child trafficking and exploitation
12K
More than
Perpetrators arrested for child trafficking and exploitation
9K
More than
FIRs registered against perpetrators
of child exploitation
24K
More than
Government officials, health and education frontline workers trained in child protection
8K
More than
Adolescents provided with skill development training
6K
More than
Child Sexual Abuse
cases supported
14K
More than
Children rehabilitated through education/statutory compensation/ social welfare schemes
1.8K
More than
Villages declared child marriage free
Our Geographical Footprint
Manoj Yadava
Director General, Railway Protection Force
"Our association with the Association for Voluntary Action was in fact a milestone in our efforts in eradicating the evil of child trafficking. AVA provided capacity building of Railway Protection Force in different parts of the country. RPF Personnel were provided comprehensive training in all aspects of child trafficking."
Mahendra Ravidas
Block Development Officer
"Earlier, child marriage was a serious problem in Gawan Block. Since AVA began awareness programs in collaboration with the district administration, 7 cases of child marriage have been successfully prevented. Incidents have now reduced to almost negligible levels, and the block is steadily progressing towards becoming child-marriage-free after achieving child-labour-free status."
Baby Kumari
Anganwadi Worker
"I work as an Anganwadi Worker in the village Telodih of Telodih Panchayat in Markacho Block. I received specialized training on child protection through AVA which has significantly strengthened my understanding of children’s rights, education, safety and protection as well as my roles and responsibilities as a frontline worker. The practical insights from the training have strengthened my ability to support children’s overall development and ensure that the Anganwadi Centre remains a safe, nurturing and child friendly space."