Abuse Never Becomes Us (A.N.B.U.)

Abuse Never Becomes Us (A.N.B.U.) அன்பு, is a charity organization that works with those impacted by childhood sexual abuse within the Tamil community and aims to respond to sexual violence through culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and services. ANBU recognizes that childhood sexual abuse is a global issue. However, as part of the Tamil diaspora we can identify and relate to the Tamil community’s historical and present trauma and we believe in building and exploring our capacity to heal. The taboo and stigma associated with abuse as well as the intergenerational ripple effect of abuse is rampant within the Tamil community, as it is within many communities. We are committed to personal and social transformation and want to draw on our community’s strengths to address and prevent childhood sexual abuse. We aspire to uncover and implement healing methods specific to our community and shift how our community addresses sexual violence. MISSION: To provide healing and empowerment through holistic support, resources, and advocacy on behalf of Tamil people who have been impacted by childhood sexual abuse. VISION: We envision a future where Tamil people who have been impacted by childhood sexual abuse can find their voice. MANDATE: In keeping with our vision and mission, we will pursue the following objectives: -Provide holistic support and identify different modalities to promote healing and empowerment with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. -Explore and build capacity within the Tamil community to raise awareness and open dialogue on childhood sexual abuse. -Mobilize community capacity, strengths and skills of volunteers. -Build service capacity through collaboration and partnerships.