Karma Nirvana
@karmanirvana.bsky.social
National charity supporting victims of #HonourBasedAbuse #ForcedMarriage is a crime. Helpline: 0800 5999 247 info@karmanirvana.org.uk
This Diwali, we celebrate the light of courage that shines within every survivor and victim 🪔 May the festival of lights remind us that even in darkness, hope and strength endure.
Wishing a Happy Diwali to all, from everyone at Karma Nirvana. 💛
#HappyDiwali #HonourBasedAbuse
Wishing a Happy Diwali to all, from everyone at Karma Nirvana. 💛
#HappyDiwali #HonourBasedAbuse
October 20, 2025 at 10:22 AM
This Diwali, we celebrate the light of courage that shines within every survivor and victim 🪔 May the festival of lights remind us that even in darkness, hope and strength endure.
Wishing a Happy Diwali to all, from everyone at Karma Nirvana. 💛
#HappyDiwali #HonourBasedAbuse
Wishing a Happy Diwali to all, from everyone at Karma Nirvana. 💛
#HappyDiwali #HonourBasedAbuse
Our counselling referral places are now OPEN! We offer a safe and supportive space where survivors of HBA can access trauma-informed therapy.
💙 Confidential. Compassionate. Accessible.
🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/karma-nirvanas-counselling-service/
#counselling #HonourBasedAbuse
💙 Confidential. Compassionate. Accessible.
🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/karma-nirvanas-counselling-service/
#counselling #HonourBasedAbuse
September 25, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Our counselling referral places are now OPEN! We offer a safe and supportive space where survivors of HBA can access trauma-informed therapy.
💙 Confidential. Compassionate. Accessible.
🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/karma-nirvanas-counselling-service/
#counselling #HonourBasedAbuse
💙 Confidential. Compassionate. Accessible.
🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/karma-nirvanas-counselling-service/
#counselling #HonourBasedAbuse
🕊️ #WeRemember Shafilea Ahmed 🕊️
Today, we pause to honour the memory of Shafilea Ahmed, whose life was tragically cut short 22 years ago on this date.
We are deeply grateful to Shafilea’s friend Melissa for her dedication to keeping Shafilea's memory alive.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Today, we pause to honour the memory of Shafilea Ahmed, whose life was tragically cut short 22 years ago on this date.
We are deeply grateful to Shafilea’s friend Melissa for her dedication to keeping Shafilea's memory alive.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
September 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🕊️ #WeRemember Shafilea Ahmed 🕊️
Today, we pause to honour the memory of Shafilea Ahmed, whose life was tragically cut short 22 years ago on this date.
We are deeply grateful to Shafilea’s friend Melissa for her dedication to keeping Shafilea's memory alive.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Today, we pause to honour the memory of Shafilea Ahmed, whose life was tragically cut short 22 years ago on this date.
We are deeply grateful to Shafilea’s friend Melissa for her dedication to keeping Shafilea's memory alive.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Today, #WeRemember Robina 🤍
On her birthday, we honour Robina, the sister of our founder Dame Jasvinder Sanghera. Robina’s memory is the reason Karma Nirvana exists, and her life continues to inspire our mission.
Happy Birthday Robina 💛
#HonourBasedAbuse
On her birthday, we honour Robina, the sister of our founder Dame Jasvinder Sanghera. Robina’s memory is the reason Karma Nirvana exists, and her life continues to inspire our mission.
Happy Birthday Robina 💛
#HonourBasedAbuse
September 9, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Today, #WeRemember Robina 🤍
On her birthday, we honour Robina, the sister of our founder Dame Jasvinder Sanghera. Robina’s memory is the reason Karma Nirvana exists, and her life continues to inspire our mission.
Happy Birthday Robina 💛
#HonourBasedAbuse
On her birthday, we honour Robina, the sister of our founder Dame Jasvinder Sanghera. Robina’s memory is the reason Karma Nirvana exists, and her life continues to inspire our mission.
Happy Birthday Robina 💛
#HonourBasedAbuse
✨ Happy Birthday Fawziyah ✨
We remember her life, her light, and her legacy. Fawziyah’s story, told through The Push documentary, led to the creation of the #Push4Change campaign, calling for stronger protections for victims of Honour Based Abuse.
#WeRemember
We remember her life, her light, and her legacy. Fawziyah’s story, told through The Push documentary, led to the creation of the #Push4Change campaign, calling for stronger protections for victims of Honour Based Abuse.
#WeRemember
September 4, 2025 at 2:53 PM
✨ Happy Birthday Fawziyah ✨
We remember her life, her light, and her legacy. Fawziyah’s story, told through The Push documentary, led to the creation of the #Push4Change campaign, calling for stronger protections for victims of Honour Based Abuse.
#WeRemember
We remember her life, her light, and her legacy. Fawziyah’s story, told through The Push documentary, led to the creation of the #Push4Change campaign, calling for stronger protections for victims of Honour Based Abuse.
#WeRemember
A message from Yasmin Javed, mother of Fawziyah Javed, and Natasha Rattu, the Executive Director of Karma Nirvana, on the government announcement to introduce a statutory definition for HBA.
#Push4Change #HonourBasedAbuse
#Push4Change #HonourBasedAbuse
August 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
A message from Yasmin Javed, mother of Fawziyah Javed, and Natasha Rattu, the Executive Director of Karma Nirvana, on the government announcement to introduce a statutory definition for HBA.
#Push4Change #HonourBasedAbuse
#Push4Change #HonourBasedAbuse
Minister Jess Phillips Visits Karma Nirvana and Announces 6 New Measures to Tackle HBA in the UK 🕊️
This visit accompanies the announcement of 6 new measures, including the announcement of an intention to introduce a statutory definition for HBA
Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/mi...
This visit accompanies the announcement of 6 new measures, including the announcement of an intention to introduce a statutory definition for HBA
Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/mi...
August 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Minister Jess Phillips Visits Karma Nirvana and Announces 6 New Measures to Tackle HBA in the UK 🕊️
This visit accompanies the announcement of 6 new measures, including the announcement of an intention to introduce a statutory definition for HBA
Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/mi...
This visit accompanies the announcement of 6 new measures, including the announcement of an intention to introduce a statutory definition for HBA
Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/mi...
Looking for a new role? ✨
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #jobs #jobsearch
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #jobs #jobsearch
August 11, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Looking for a new role? ✨
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #jobs #jobsearch
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #jobs #jobsearch
🚨 We’re Hiring! Two New Roles on Our National Helpline 🚨
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #helpline #forcedmarriage #jobs #jobsearch
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #helpline #forcedmarriage #jobs #jobsearch
August 8, 2025 at 12:16 PM
🚨 We’re Hiring! Two New Roles on Our National Helpline 🚨
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #helpline #forcedmarriage #jobs #jobsearch
📍 Entry-Level Call Handler (Office-Based)
🏡 Experienced Call Handler (Hybrid)
Apply today and help us save lives: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/vacanc...
#honourbasedabuse #helpline #forcedmarriage #jobs #jobsearch
At Karma Nirvana, we recognise that for many, this journey is not a straight path. For survivors of HBA, the routes taken can be incredibly painful. Leaving behind family, community, or cultural expectations in pursuit of safety requires unimaginable strength. 🕊️
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth
August 5, 2025 at 1:26 PM
At Karma Nirvana, we recognise that for many, this journey is not a straight path. For survivors of HBA, the routes taken can be incredibly painful. Leaving behind family, community, or cultural expectations in pursuit of safety requires unimaginable strength. 🕊️
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth
#SouthAsianHeritageMonth
Each of us carries a unique story shaped by our roots and the routes travelled. This year, we invite you to reflect on your journey and read reflections from our team and SAP as part of South Asian Heritage Month
#HonourBasedAbuse #SouthAsianHeritageMonth
#HonourBasedAbuse #SouthAsianHeritageMonth
August 5, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Each of us carries a unique story shaped by our roots and the routes travelled. This year, we invite you to reflect on your journey and read reflections from our team and SAP as part of South Asian Heritage Month
#HonourBasedAbuse #SouthAsianHeritageMonth
#HonourBasedAbuse #SouthAsianHeritageMonth
📊 Helpline Insights 2024/25
Between April 2024 to March 2025, our helpline supported over 3,000 cases and responded to 10,846 contacts, which is a 12% increase year on year in contacts.
Between April 2024 to March 2025, our helpline supported over 3,000 cases and responded to 10,846 contacts, which is a 12% increase year on year in contacts.
July 31, 2025 at 3:07 PM
📊 Helpline Insights 2024/25
Between April 2024 to March 2025, our helpline supported over 3,000 cases and responded to 10,846 contacts, which is a 12% increase year on year in contacts.
Between April 2024 to March 2025, our helpline supported over 3,000 cases and responded to 10,846 contacts, which is a 12% increase year on year in contacts.
This poem was written by one of our incredible counselling clients. Shared with courage, it reflects the strength, healing, and hope that can grow after experiencing HBA 💛
Read more about our counselling service - karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/kar...
#HonourBasedAbuse #counselling
Read more about our counselling service - karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/kar...
#HonourBasedAbuse #counselling
July 28, 2025 at 12:41 PM
This poem was written by one of our incredible counselling clients. Shared with courage, it reflects the strength, healing, and hope that can grow after experiencing HBA 💛
Read more about our counselling service - karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/kar...
#HonourBasedAbuse #counselling
Read more about our counselling service - karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/kar...
#HonourBasedAbuse #counselling
To honour those lost to HBA on the Day of Memory 2025, the @msichoices.org team created a reflective space in their clinic waiting room. A heartfelt thank you to the staff 💙
Want to spotlight your Day of Memory actions? Contact us at info@karmanirvana.org.uk.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Want to spotlight your Day of Memory actions? Contact us at info@karmanirvana.org.uk.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
July 25, 2025 at 1:35 PM
To honour those lost to HBA on the Day of Memory 2025, the @msichoices.org team created a reflective space in their clinic waiting room. A heartfelt thank you to the staff 💙
Want to spotlight your Day of Memory actions? Contact us at info@karmanirvana.org.uk.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Want to spotlight your Day of Memory actions? Contact us at info@karmanirvana.org.uk.
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
🌟 Karma Nirvana merchandise available now! 🌟
We're currently offering a 2025 Day of Memory limited edition bundle 🕊️
The tote bag bundle costs £20 (including P&P).
Purchase now: karmanirvana.org.uk/get-involved...
#honourbasedabuse #merchandise #shopnow
We're currently offering a 2025 Day of Memory limited edition bundle 🕊️
The tote bag bundle costs £20 (including P&P).
Purchase now: karmanirvana.org.uk/get-involved...
#honourbasedabuse #merchandise #shopnow
July 22, 2025 at 3:53 PM
🌟 Karma Nirvana merchandise available now! 🌟
We're currently offering a 2025 Day of Memory limited edition bundle 🕊️
The tote bag bundle costs £20 (including P&P).
Purchase now: karmanirvana.org.uk/get-involved...
#honourbasedabuse #merchandise #shopnow
We're currently offering a 2025 Day of Memory limited edition bundle 🕊️
The tote bag bundle costs £20 (including P&P).
Purchase now: karmanirvana.org.uk/get-involved...
#honourbasedabuse #merchandise #shopnow
Habibur Masum has today been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum term of 28 years, for the murder of 27-year-old Kulsuma Akter.
🔗 Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ha...
#WeRemember #Bradford #HonourBasedAbuse #CoerciveControl #StalkingAwareness
🔗 Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ha...
#WeRemember #Bradford #HonourBasedAbuse #CoerciveControl #StalkingAwareness
July 22, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Habibur Masum has today been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum term of 28 years, for the murder of 27-year-old Kulsuma Akter.
🔗 Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ha...
#WeRemember #Bradford #HonourBasedAbuse #CoerciveControl #StalkingAwareness
🔗 Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ha...
#WeRemember #Bradford #HonourBasedAbuse #CoerciveControl #StalkingAwareness
In April 2025, we launched the first-ever free Honour Based Abuse (HBA) Identification Tool, built from decades of frontline experience and shaped by survivors themselves.
Access it now:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/training/res...
#HonourBasedAbuse #Safeguarding
Access it now:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/training/res...
#HonourBasedAbuse #Safeguarding
July 21, 2025 at 8:49 AM
In April 2025, we launched the first-ever free Honour Based Abuse (HBA) Identification Tool, built from decades of frontline experience and shaped by survivors themselves.
Access it now:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/training/res...
#HonourBasedAbuse #Safeguarding
Access it now:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/training/res...
#HonourBasedAbuse #Safeguarding
Thank you to everyone who attended our Day of Memory this year 🕊️
With special thanks to all our speakers, including:
@payzee.bsky.social
Matt from @nazandmatt.bsky.social
Sawaira Sajid
Dame Nicole Jacobs
Yasmin Javed
Our SAP members, Sondos, Zee and Ikra
Zara Sehar
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
With special thanks to all our speakers, including:
@payzee.bsky.social
Matt from @nazandmatt.bsky.social
Sawaira Sajid
Dame Nicole Jacobs
Yasmin Javed
Our SAP members, Sondos, Zee and Ikra
Zara Sehar
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
July 16, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Thank you to everyone who attended our Day of Memory this year 🕊️
With special thanks to all our speakers, including:
@payzee.bsky.social
Matt from @nazandmatt.bsky.social
Sawaira Sajid
Dame Nicole Jacobs
Yasmin Javed
Our SAP members, Sondos, Zee and Ikra
Zara Sehar
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
With special thanks to all our speakers, including:
@payzee.bsky.social
Matt from @nazandmatt.bsky.social
Sawaira Sajid
Dame Nicole Jacobs
Yasmin Javed
Our SAP members, Sondos, Zee and Ikra
Zara Sehar
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
With the support of many of our survivors, colleagues, friends and sector partners, we share this message with the world and remember all lives lost to Honour Based Abuse. #WeRemember
Watch the full video on our website:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/we...
#honourbasedabuse
Watch the full video on our website:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/we...
#honourbasedabuse
July 16, 2025 at 10:36 AM
With the support of many of our survivors, colleagues, friends and sector partners, we share this message with the world and remember all lives lost to Honour Based Abuse. #WeRemember
Watch the full video on our website:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/we...
#honourbasedabuse
Watch the full video on our website:
🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/we...
#honourbasedabuse
If you’re a member of the public who would like to support our Day of Memory campaign, there are still many ways you can support us:
🏷️ Share our Official Images on Social Media
🎥 Share a #WeRemember Video
🕊️ Donate to us
Learn more: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember
🏷️ Share our Official Images on Social Media
🎥 Share a #WeRemember Video
🕊️ Donate to us
Learn more: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember
July 9, 2025 at 11:43 AM
If you’re a member of the public who would like to support our Day of Memory campaign, there are still many ways you can support us:
🏷️ Share our Official Images on Social Media
🎥 Share a #WeRemember Video
🕊️ Donate to us
Learn more: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember
🏷️ Share our Official Images on Social Media
🎥 Share a #WeRemember Video
🕊️ Donate to us
Learn more: karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember
One week to go until our Day of Memory 2025 conference! 🕊️
Only a few tickets remain - pick up your ticket today via our website: 🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Only a few tickets remain - pick up your ticket today via our website: 🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
July 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
One week to go until our Day of Memory 2025 conference! 🕊️
Only a few tickets remain - pick up your ticket today via our website: 🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Only a few tickets remain - pick up your ticket today via our website: 🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/campaigns/da...
#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
Our free, national Honour Based Abuse Helpline is for professionals who are supporting people affected by Honour Based Abuse, as well as for victims and survivors themselves.
Contact us on 0800 5999 247, open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
#helpline #honourbasedabuse
Contact us on 0800 5999 247, open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
#helpline #honourbasedabuse
February 27, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Our free, national Honour Based Abuse Helpline is for professionals who are supporting people affected by Honour Based Abuse, as well as for victims and survivors themselves.
Contact us on 0800 5999 247, open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
#helpline #honourbasedabuse
Contact us on 0800 5999 247, open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
#helpline #honourbasedabuse
During a police search for the body of Rania Alayed, human remains have been discovered. Greater Manchester Police have confirmed the remains are ‘strongly suspected’ to be Rania.
Read more on our website 🔗- karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/hu...
#RaniaAlayed #HonourBasedAbuse #Manchester #Police
Read more on our website 🔗- karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/hu...
#RaniaAlayed #HonourBasedAbuse #Manchester #Police
February 27, 2025 at 11:50 AM
During a police search for the body of Rania Alayed, human remains have been discovered. Greater Manchester Police have confirmed the remains are ‘strongly suspected’ to be Rania.
Read more on our website 🔗- karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/hu...
#RaniaAlayed #HonourBasedAbuse #Manchester #Police
Read more on our website 🔗- karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/hu...
#RaniaAlayed #HonourBasedAbuse #Manchester #Police
Our next online workshop is on Wednesday 5th Mar 2025 13:00 - 15:00! ✨
Sign up today to increase your confidence when challenging Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
Sign up 🔗: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gaining-co...
#training #HonourBasedAbuse #forcedmarriage
Sign up today to increase your confidence when challenging Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
Sign up 🔗: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gaining-co...
#training #HonourBasedAbuse #forcedmarriage
February 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Our next online workshop is on Wednesday 5th Mar 2025 13:00 - 15:00! ✨
Sign up today to increase your confidence when challenging Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
Sign up 🔗: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gaining-co...
#training #HonourBasedAbuse #forcedmarriage
Sign up today to increase your confidence when challenging Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
Sign up 🔗: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gaining-co...
#training #HonourBasedAbuse #forcedmarriage
💟 Happy Valentine’s Day 💟
True love is built on freedom, trust, respect, safety and choice. If you or someone you know needs help, we are here for you.
📞 Helpline: 0800 5999 247
🌍 Website: www.karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help
#ForcedMarriage #HonourBasedAbuse #ValentinesDay
True love is built on freedom, trust, respect, safety and choice. If you or someone you know needs help, we are here for you.
📞 Helpline: 0800 5999 247
🌍 Website: www.karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help
#ForcedMarriage #HonourBasedAbuse #ValentinesDay
February 14, 2025 at 10:53 AM
💟 Happy Valentine’s Day 💟
True love is built on freedom, trust, respect, safety and choice. If you or someone you know needs help, we are here for you.
📞 Helpline: 0800 5999 247
🌍 Website: www.karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help
#ForcedMarriage #HonourBasedAbuse #ValentinesDay
True love is built on freedom, trust, respect, safety and choice. If you or someone you know needs help, we are here for you.
📞 Helpline: 0800 5999 247
🌍 Website: www.karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help
#ForcedMarriage #HonourBasedAbuse #ValentinesDay