How can you help?
HOST FAMILY
"Sheila" is in the process of getting her medical visa to fly to the U.S. for surgery. Face Forward is looking for a host family for six months, as she will not only get a prosthetic eye fitted but will also need several surgeries to replace and repair the skin on her face, and each will require recovery time.
DONATIONS
One case can cost Face Forward up to $100,000.
Dr. and Mrs. Alessi donate their time which cuts the costs for each patients by tens of thousands of dollars, but they still have to find enough money for the transportation, surgical supplies, other doctors and assistance, operating room, recovery care and more.
Please contact them directly at this link if you know of someone who could use their help or if you would like to assist their efforts in helping victims of violence who've been disfigured.
Why statistics are missing for acid attacks in India
There are no statistics for acid violence cases in India until 2013 because the Indian criminal Law did not recognize it as a separate offense until February of 2013.
Many cases are never reported for fear of further retribution. The victims of acid attacks are overwhelmingly women.
This information was provided by Acid Survivors Foundation of India, where you can find information about acid violence and reported cases.