If this is you
Facing abuse or violence
No one deserves to be hurt. If you are in danger, help is available right now, and it is confidential. You have strong legal protections and people whose job is to stand with you.
Schemes that may help
- Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai (Monthly Support for Women)A monthly payment to the woman recognised as the head of her family, giving her a basic income of her own.
- National Social Assistance Programme (Old Age, Widow & Disability Pension)A monthly pension to support elderly people, widows, and persons with disability from families below the poverty line.
Other situations
- Facing eviction
- You haven't been paid your wages
- You have no identity documents
- You were denied a service you are entitled to
- You've lost your job
- A medical emergency in the family
- A death in the family
- Welcoming a new baby
- Supporting your daughter's education
- Starting or growing your farming
- Planning for retirement and old age
- Starting a small business
- A disability in the family