In the bustling city of Bengaluru, a relatively new non-governmental organisation (NGO) called Broseph Foundation has been steadily gaining attention and popularity for its work in helping citizens with a wide array of issues. Whether it’s filing an FIR, finding missing persons and pets, reporting cybercrimes, or simply arranging blood donors or mechanics, Broseph Foundation is there to lend a hand. Their assistance is completely free of cost, driven by a committed volunteer base and a passion for community service.

Broseph Foundation: From Reddit to Reality

Founded by Dushyant Dubey, a 33-year-old who left a successful marketing career to pursue full-time social work, Broseph Foundation started with a simple yet impactful idea. Dubey was already actively volunteering in various causes, including tribal welfare and Covid-19 relief work. However, an impromptu Reddit post he made three years ago would change his direction entirely.

Dubey had posted on a Reddit forum, offering his help to anyone in Bengaluru who needed assistance. “I was flooded with messages,” Dubey recalled. “People complained about landlord issues, phone snatching, criminal intimidation, and more. Women faced stalking and threats of having their photos leaked online. Others had power and water issues.”

What started as a one-man mission quickly turned into a full-fledged movement. Today, Broseph Foundation boasts 10,000 volunteers across Bengaluru, with smaller volunteer bases in Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune.

Wide Range of Services Offered

Broseph Foundation’s mission is simple yet ambitious—to help people in need and offer hope that they are not alone. The organisation addresses problems both big and small, with a scope that ranges from personal safety and legal issues to public campaigns and community welfare.

Some of the services they offer include:

  • Assisting with FIRs and legal documentation
  • Helping track missing persons and pets
  • Reporting and resolving cybercrime incidents
  • Organising public campaigns and awareness drives
  • Arranging blood donors and finding mechanics in emergenciesWhile the organisation may not be able to resolve every case that comes its way, Dubey stresses that their goal is to at least make people feel supported.

    “We may not succeed in every case, but our primary aim is to assist and offer hope,” he said.

Round-the-Clock Assistance

Broseph Foundation operates 24/7, as evidenced by Dubey’s own commitment. When Metrolife visited his office in Indiranagar, Dubey appeared exhausted after staying up until 2.30 a.m. the previous night to meet a woman who had allegedly faced sexual assault. “She wanted to know how to take the complaint forward. We try to attend cases around the clock,” he said.

This dedication is echoed by those the organisation has helped. Janhavi Desai, now a volunteer herself, testified to the foundation’s constant availability. She recounted how, last year, she had called Broseph at 2 a.m. to help track down a suicidal person. “He contacted the police, and the guy was found,” she said.

Building Databases and Networks

Today, Broseph Foundation is working towards creating more organised structures to assist with a variety of issues. Volunteers are currently building databases of essential services, including ambulances, police stations, BBMP offices, and affordable mental health services.

Beyond compiling resources, the volunteers are also actively accompanying people to police stations, government offices, and courts. This hands-on approach ensures that people who may feel intimidated or overwhelmed by bureaucracy receive the guidance and support they need.

Previously, the team had to rely on informal contacts within NGOs, citizen groups, and law enforcement to find solutions. However, Dubey says the foundation has now figured out the official processes for many cases, streamlining their operations.

Learning Law for Better Advocacy

A dedicated social worker, Dubey is also studying law to better assist victims. He shared one of the impactful cases the foundation has handled: “This January, a gay person was tortured during a date in Tavarekere. The police initially filed a case for assault and criminal intimidation. But when the victim approached me, I realised he had also been robbed and wrongfully confined. We rewrote his complaint, submitted it, and the police added new charges. The accused was eventually apprehended,” Dubey explained.

Expanding Reach and Services

With the growing demand for their services, Broseph Foundation is working towards expanding its reach, not only in Bengaluru but in other cities as well. Their smaller volunteer bases in Chennai, Hyderabad, and Pune are already operational, and the team is looking to provide support in more regions.

Inquiries are constantly flowing in, ranging from complex criminal cases to everyday issues. Towards the end of Metrolife’s interview, Dubey received a call from a woman in HSR Layout seeking help to recover her hacked social media account, a testament to the diverse problems Broseph Foundation addresses.

A Community That Cares

Broseph Foundation’s strength lies in its vast network of volunteers, many of whom were once beneficiaries of the organisation’s services. These volunteers have since joined Dubey’s mission, committed to giving back to the community and helping those in need. As Broseph Foundation continues to grow, it stands as a shining example of the power of collective action and compassion.

To learn more about Broseph Foundation, visit their website at broseph.in.