Our Story
Project Kintsugi is an organization committed to providing safe space, community & tools to support women going through divorce, domestic violence, and other marital struggles and enable them to form healthy relationships with themselves & their environment.
Who We Are
Project Kintsugi is a supportive community built by women, for women navigating troubled marriages. Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold, we believe that even through challenges, we can emerge stronger and more beautiful.
Our Founder, Indu Gopalakrishnan, understands the complexities of marital challenges firsthand. After experiencing her own journey of divorce, she saw a need for a safe space where Indian women facing similar struggles could connect, share experiences, and find support.
Discover the journeys of women who have transformed their lives with the help of Project Kintsugi
Why We Do This
There is no comprehensive support forum for women dealing with marital struggles. We aim to fill this gap, offering end-to-end support and a holistic safe space, encouraging women to prioritize their well-being.
The Kintsugi Community
Project Kintsugi is dedicated to providing a safe space, community, and tools for women navigating divorce, domestic violence, and other marital challenges. Our members connect, share experiences, and uplift each other, fostering healthy relationships with themselves and their surroundings.
Hello there! My name is Indu. People now identify me as that Kintsugi girl now and I am based out of Chennai, India. I started Project Kintsugi in February 2019, just a few months after my divorce, when I was looking for a new purpose in life. What started as an experience sharing initiative, became a support group overnight after sharing my birthday post on Instagram about being 30, divorced, single, depressed and no child! (basically any aunty’s nightmare!) This was when I realized that so many people around me were also going through challenges in life and my post made them (and me!) realize that we are not alone.
Just a month after that I did my first ever meet & greet for women dealing with divorce and mental health issues. That’s when it all started, I had about 6-8 participants, two single mothers exchanged numbers to be friends and someone left me a note thanking me for creating a platform where she could talk about her divorce without her voice cracking.
In July 2019, I added domestic violence as a part of the support group after I posted about my lived experience through it and opened my inbox to others with similar stories.
Almost 5 years later, we are now a community of 1800+ women. We launched a Telegram group, then moved to a Facebook private group with chat rooms for women from across the world to connect with each other. We also launched a nationwide repository with 100+ crowd sourced contacts of lawyers, therapists, psychiatrists and even dog parties! :D
Now we have shifted to a new place, a new app based solution to host the community and we have also expanded our scope to help women navigate divorce, domestic violence and any form of marital struggles.
1-1 Consultations
Personalized guidance on clarity, direction, and legal options, whether you're feeling stuck, considering divorce, or needing support throughout the process.
Community Support
A safe, supportive space to connect with women facing similar struggles, share experiences, and find solidarity.
End-to-End Divorce Support
Assistance from initial separation to post-divorce life, including emotional coping, rebuilding your life, and developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Ms. Sr, Chennai
"Honestly, I thought it was the end of all happy dreams when I separated from my husband. With a kid and having to be dependent on my parents was heartbreaking. Indu's story was the first inspiration I had in a very long time. It gave me hope. Hope was a luxury for me back then, I was an emotional wreck. I have definitely come a long way, and am proud to be a member of the community. Reading through stories wherein my fellow ladies never give up has helped me sail through my downfalls as well. It's good to know someone is there to listen to when you need them the most. I am so happy & excited to be associated with Kintsugi and Project Kintsugi is a game changer in the lives of Indian Women trapped in an abusive marriage based on patriarchal societal ideas. Kudos to Indu Gopalakrishnan!!"
Ms. SGR, Chennai
"Dear Indu, From the moment i started following you on Insta, i felt an instant connection. You are someone the same inside and out. When my married life turned haywire, i immediately reached no one but you. You have always been a matured and composed mentor all through. Whenever there is chaos inside, im assured that there is a safe place and listening ear from you. I cant separate kintsugi and you. May all your vision come True and reach the right persons at the right time. If i could be of any little help in your (our) journey, i would be the most happiest one to do.."
Ms. SS, USA
"There are a few people who come into your life at your darkest time and you refuse to believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. They hold a torch out for you and guide you out of your darkness till you see the sunlight yourself. Indu truly has been that person. She has not only been a sounding board but also gently nudged me to challenge myself, step out of my comfort zone, and push myself in the right direction. She has not only provided a listening ear or shoulder to cry on but also been extremely resourceful through my divorce process, be it from a mental health or legal perspective. Her biggest strength is her patience and her calming demeanor. She’s extremely passionate about the work she does and is very professional. Divorce is easily one of the most challenging things one can go through and it’s been so reassuring to have someone like Indu by my side during this life transition. Indu gives me hope, courage, and the realization that no matter what, I will be okay."
What We Do
At Project Kintsugi, we provide comprehensive support for women navigating marital challenges, including: