Women who survive acid attacks face incalculable future hardships. Inefficient and substandard healthcare, inadequate resources and support, and stigmatization from society make the lives of acid-burn survivors egregiously painful and arduous. Bangladesh needs the help of the international community- Bangladeshi women need our help now. A recent phenomenon in Bangladesh is acid attacks against women. Sulfuric acid is thrown on a woman's face, forever scarring her and revoking her chance to get married and have children.
Attacks can come from 'rejected suitors,' or be motivated by family feuds, absence of a dowry, etc.
There are 233 recorded cases from 1995 to 1998. Few women see justice because of limited legal help, fear of perpetrators, police corruption, and a discriminatory legal system. Women for Women International provides women with tools and resources needed to move out of crisis and poverty and into self-sufficiency. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Copyright 2000 Women for Women International.