FAQ

Awaaz is a non-profit organization that provides referrals through multilingual advocates for South Asian individuals affected by domestic violence in San Antonio and surrounding areas.

We provide services to domestic violence survivors including a 24-hour Helpline and confidential referrals (legal, medical, shelter, counseling, etc.)

At Awaaz maintaining confidentiality is our number one priority. We will not release any information without the written consent of the client. Only the advocate remains privy to his/her client’s information.

Yes, we will provide a referral service for Non–South Asians. However, at Awaaz we seek to address the unique cultural needs and challenges faced by the South Asian diaspora.

Awaaz seeks to support all survivors of domestic violence of South Asian descent.  However, we are currently not equipped to support transgender and LBTQ victims. 

We do not directly support them but can refer them to other organizations with whom we work.

Yes, we provide referral counseling services.

Yes, our donations are tax-exempt. Awaaz is a 501c3 nonprofit registered with the State of Texas.

At Awaaz there are many ways to volunteer – you could offer your services (legal, medical, financial, etc.) for our clients or you can volunteer services such as marketing, outreach, Information technology, admin, fundraising, and grant writing to further our mission. Submit the Volunteer application

You can work as a South Asian language interpreter for our clients, or you can work directly with clients (which requires extensive training). Please contact us to learn more.

Our client advocates provide services in various South Asian languages including English, Hindi, Gujarati, Tamil, Kannada Telugu, Bengali, Odiya, and Assamese.

No. All services are free for clients.