Circle of Trust
Tanishka Singhania
In memory of survivors like Nirbhaya, Bilkis Bano, and Danielle McLaughlin—and for all children who lack access to education on sexual assault, consent, boundaries, and self-defense—Circle of Trust is an interactive project designed to empower young children about personal safety and healing from trauma.
The project includes three main components: a card game, a trauma guide, and a website. The card game—packaged with a manual, playing cards, t-shirt, pin, timer, safety fob, and scorecard—presents scenario-based challenges that encourage children to think critically about trust and safety. With bold visuals and tactile elements, the game simulates real-world situations in a safe environment, helping children build confidence in recognizing unsafe scenarios and making informed decisions.
The trauma guide, a pin-bound booklet, serves as a compassionate resource for survivors, offering clear guidance on healing. The website acts as an interactive hub, featuring self-defense tutorials, checklists for identifying trustworthy individuals, and digital interactive stories that reinforce safety education.
Rooted in real-world cases and an urgent need for better education on consent and personal agency, Circle of Trust draws on feminist activism, trauma studies, and social justice movements. It addresses sexual violence in both India and the US, challenging cultural stigmas and systemic failures. By transforming complex issues into an engaging, age-appropriate experience, Circle of Trust helps children build knowledge, confidence, and resilience—empowering them to trust themselves and navigate the world with greater awareness and safety.