The case studies covered in this study reiterate that the executors of violence could well be located within families or outside in an unfamiliar domain. Following different trajectories in time, space and details the cases are bound by commonalities that include: patriarchy, societal pressures, gender exploitation, insensitive administrations and the indispensability of women’s organizations, communities and youth. The cases endorse the need for an active women’s movement – strong presence of women’s organizations acting as catalysts/mediators at various levels: engaging with families, authorities like police and most importantly as consistent support for the victim, providing her with safety, emotional sustenance and information to a safer, productive future.