Ways We Help You

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Culturally tailored support

for South Asian victims.

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Comprehensive, free services

including legal and housing aid.

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24/7 confidential helpline

for immediate assistance.

Domestic Violence Support for South Asian Families

You have the power to say "This is not how the story is going to end"
- Christine Mason, Miller

1-(877)-NC-KIRAN | 24-hour confidential assistance

Domestic Violence Support for South Asian Families

You have the power to say "This is not how the story is going to end" - Christine Mason, Miller

1 (877) NC-KIRAN |24-hour confidential assistance

Need Help?

Kiran is a non-profit organization in the State of North Carolina that serves South Asian families facing domestic violence and sexual assault. Our services are free and confidential.

Are You Or Someone You Know Experiencing Abuse?

1 (877) NC-KIRAN |24-hour confidential assistance

Understanding domestic violence is key to recognizing if you or someone you know is a victim. It involves one person exerting power and control over another in a relationship, often through physical, emotional, financial, immigration-related, or sexual abuse. This imbalance of power may stem from factors like financial resources, gender roles, or cultural expectations.

Physical Abuse

  • Hitting
  • Pushing
  • Shoving
  • Strangling
  • Slapping
  • Physical restraint

Emotional Abuse

  • Calling names
  • Constantly putting down
  • Intimidation
  • Coercion
  • Harassment
  • Isolation from friends and family
  • Yelling/swearing
  • Threats

Technological Abuse

  • Tracking phones or computers
  • Cyberstalking
  • Constant calls, texts, and messages online to check activity
  • Threaten to share intimate pictures
  • Stalk/harass via fake social media accounts
  • Installing apps on the victim’s phone to track location

Financial Abuse

  • Not giving access to family’s finances
  • Not letting the victim find employment
  • Not letting the victim have access to a vehicle
  • Controlling how money can be spent

Sexual Abuse

  • Sex without consent (rape, sodomy)
  • Coerced nudity
  • Sexually explicit photographing

Dating Violence

  • Physical
  • Emotional
  • Sexual
  • Technological

When Children Are Involved

Children who witness domestic violence are at a higher risk to manifest symptoms associated with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). They might have difficulty in understanding and controlling their emotions. Symptoms can manifest very differently in boys than in girls.

Knowing that there is someone to reach out to in times of crisis is like seeing a ‘ray’ of hope. Kiran has been very supportive in my fight against domestic violence. The organization has helped me become fearless, bold, and capable of taking action towards injustice.

-Kiran Client

I can’t thank Kiran enough for helping me with rent, travelling expenses, driving school and other financial and moral support. They are always ready to listen and resolve my problems. I would have not survived without your support. After meeting your team, I don’t feel like I am alone in this country. Thank you so much!

- Kiran Client