Featured counter-trafficking program: Kolkata Sanved's model Sampoornata

Area of Science:

• Trauma therapy
• Child trafficking and health
• Mental health interventions

Background:

• Child trafficking and sexual violence are significant global issues.
• Survivors require specialized trauma-informed care.
• Innovative therapeutic approaches are needed to support healing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the Kolkata Sanvedan program.
• To highlight the use of Sampoornata, a dance movement therapy (DMT).
• To showcase a novel strategy for trauma therapy in trafficked children.

Main Methods:

• Program description of Kolkata Sanvedan.
• Application of the Sampoornata model.
• Utilizing dance movement therapy (DMT) for trauma.

Main Results:

• The Sampoornata model facilitates healing and wellbeing.
• Integration into the social framework is a key component.
• Comprehensive wellbeing is promoted through this therapeutic approach.

Conclusions:

• Dance movement therapy (DMT) offers a viable trauma intervention for survivors.
• The Sampoornata model provides a framework for holistic recovery.
• Programs like Kolkata Sanvedan are crucial for addressing the needs of trafficked children.