On Saturday June 7, 2008, RHYTHM, Inc. organized a women’s basic self-defense workshop in New York City with Sifu Alex of City Wing Tsun Martial Arts School in Manhattan. The workshop was created specifically for South Asian immigrant women. The purpose of this workshop was to teach women the basic self-defense skills to protect themselves against any attempted attack.

The women were equipped with a variety of simple and effective strategies to deal with violent or aggressive situations at home, the work place, malls, parking lots, etc. Both members and non-members of RHYTHM who participated in the workshop say that they found it extremely helpful in preparing them to fight-back against physical attacks. In their words, it was an “empowering experience.”

RHYTHM, Inc.’s mission is to support and prepare South Asian immigrant women to effectively participate in the civic processes and society of the United States of America. The organization mainly helps women from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka facing cultural displacement, immigration status problems, employment-related hardships, and family conflicts through free direct services

RHYTHM is commencing free general English (Basic to advanced level) workshops for South Asian women from Saturday, July 12, 2008. If you would like to make a donation or volunteer, please contact the organization directly at rhythmwomen@gmail.com or call at 917-216-5569.

Executive Director, RHYTHM Inc., Mrs. Renu Bhagat (second from left) along with other members presenting a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Sifu Alex.


Members of RHYTHM Inc. during the self-defense workshop.