Our Impact
60+
Adults with disabilities enrolled in long-term skill training programs
20+
adults supported through
short-term skill training initiatives
11
Mothers of children with
multiple disabilities are currently undergoing skill training
502
Individuals were provided
with assistive aids and
mobility support
7
Panchayats in Thogaimalai Block reached
40+
Individuals from other marginalised communities accessing skill training and income generating opportunities
95
Individuals supported for medical needs
1085
Families were provided
with groceries
WHO WE WORK WITH
We identify and work with adults with disabilities who are unable to find employment in the community due to their complex needs and those in other marginalising situations.
In partnership with grassroots organizations, we aim to impact regions with a high density of such individuals who have minimal access to quality rehabilitation and care.
HOW WE DO THIS
We harness the potential of those we work with by empowering them with artistic skill sets that evolve them into artisans. This will enable them to create and contribute to the world sustainably, not add on to the load of bulk consumerism.
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Our maiden unit at Thogaimalai in Karur, Tamil Nadu has blossomed into a skilled unit of artisans who print and colour with natural materials and dyes.
WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS
We are treading towards making each unit empowered enough to function and operate as an independent and sustainable cooperative.
We want to build a global audience and market for the unique, bespoke handcrafted products built with conscious thought, in partnership with our community of artists and designers.
Our Team
Director
Aarabhi Badri
Aarabhi Badri is an enabler of ideas. As the chief strategist, she connects the dots for us. She is the fuel for every step we take, going to any lengths to find the resources to turn plans into actions.
As a Special educator and a Baratanatyam dancer, she explores ways to use movement and art as a medium of expression. She ensures our community centres are spaces filled with music, dance and laughter.
Director
Anu Alex
Having travelled far and to remote locations over a decade, Anu has pieced together a true picture of the ground reality of people with disabilities and is on a quest to find long-term solutions to the ever-widening gaps in education, livelihood and overall quality of life in rural communities.
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Armed with endless persistence, she believes that people working together can move mountains.
Co-founder
Ghana NB
Ghana NB is an artist who uses art and design as a medium to inspire change. She works to create awareness about social issues and catalyse action by painting community wall murals.
She brings with her a vision to collaborate with designers and makers to create products which are sustainable and useful.
Fundraiser
Pragathi Guruprasad
Pragathi Guruprasad is an American-Indian playback singer, entrepreneur and actress who also has a heart of gold. As part of our core team, she helps us see projects through with her exceptional fundraising skills.
She goes above and beyond for anyone in need, ideating with us and spending endless hours figuring out ways to find support.
Field Co-ordinators
Our impact on the ground is made possible through the unwavering force behind our daily field operations by four dedicated field coordinators, Thangamani, Meena, Punitha and Visalatchi. They are the backbone of our grassroots work, engaging closely with individuals, families, and communities to ensure our programmes are inclusive, responsive, and effective.
Implementing Partner
