Unarve is a registered non-governmental organisation in Thodupuzha (Idukki), working for suicide prevention in Kerala. It operates as part of Unarve Foundation Trust, a public charitable trust registered under the Charitable Trusts Act,1952. Unarve is a member of Befrienders India, the India Chapter of Befrienders Worldwide(formerly Befrienders International). Unarve follows Befrienders International’s Charter, which summarises its vision, mission, values and principles. The motto of Unarve is ‘suicide prevention with people’s participation.’
Vision
Our vision is for a society in which fewer people die by suicide, and where people are able to explore their own feelings, and acknowledge and respect the feelings of others.
Mission
As member centres our mission is:
to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide and to share information and work together, for greater efficacy.