Bal Vikas Ashram in Koraon- Taraon

This is another joint venture of the Diocese of Allahabad and the Province. Founded in 1999 it is a transit home for children freed from bonded labour. After the children are freed from the clutches of carpet factory owners, they are brought to the BVA where they are taken care of by the sisters. The sisters provide them with basic health care, nutritious food and a happy, homely atmosphere along with wholesome education. Besides teaching them the three R’s they are also given voca-tional training so that they can pick up a trade, once they leave the ashram and are able to find their way in life.