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Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled has been working since 1997 to empower the visually challenged, differently-abled and underserved people in India. Samarthanam is working towards providing support to persons with disabilities to help them keep pace with the rest of the society by providing quality education, accommodation, nutritious food, vocational training and placement based rehabilitation. Samarthanam promotes an inclusive society which provides equal opportunities—without any discrimination—for the development of the visually challenged, differently-abled and underserved. The trust is affiliated to the World Blind Union and Rehabilitation International.
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Mission To empower visually challenged, differentlyabled and underserved people through developmental initiatives focusing on educational, social, economic, cultural and technological aspects. Vision An inclusive society, free of discrimination against the differently-abled, where people with disabilities, especially the visually challenged, enjoy equal opportunities and an enhanced quality of life. Objectives · To promote primary and higher education among the visually challenged, differently-abled and underserved people · To increase accessibility to education and employment opportunities by using assistive aids/ technology and providing comprehensive vocational training · To reduce malnutrition related disability through nutritional supplements · To foster artistic, cultural and recreational avenues for persons with disabilities · To encourage sports and games for people with disabilities, especially the visually challenged. · To promote eco-friendly living and introduce sustainable waste management practices as innovative vocational opportunities for the differently-abled · To establish and maintain community based rehabilitation centres for special target groups like destitute women and neglected children · To work at national and international levels to achieve the objectives of UN Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Education Hostels and Facilities Samarthanam provides secure shelter under vigilant supervision, hygienic and nutritious food and safe transportation. To ensure holistic development of the children, Samarthanam ensures free tuitions, training in extracurricular activities and specially recorded course material for visually challenged students. The facility is being availed by children from far flung, impoverished rural areas in Karnataka as well as neighbouring states. Residential Primary & High School Samarthanam runs a primary school for students from classes I to VII in HSR Layout, Bengaluru and a High School in Hulimavu. The schools provide free accomodation, tuition, books and medical facilities to differently-abled and underserved children.
Barrier-Free School Our 100% accessible residential school is envisaged as a state of the art support centre for around 700 visually challenged, differently-abled and underserved students. 35,000 sq. ft. of land granted by the Government of Karnataka, and Rs. 1 Crore for construction Key Features of the School Building • Improved Accessibility : > Lifts and ramps > Carpeting and acoustic tiling > Sign boards to aid the hearing impaired > Lighting and paint schemes to help the visually impaired > Information provided through Braille and in large print • Lectures on audio tapes • Assistive Technology - Interactive keyboards & whiteboards, Touch-screen computers • Meditation hall, yoga centre, gymnasium and computer lab • Assistive Technology - Interactive keyboards & whiteboards, Touch-screen computers • Meditation hall, yoga centre, gymnasium and computer lab Construction is on in full swing - Phase 1, which is the entire Hostel Block, is complete and the school is expected to be functional by the end of the year 2013.eco-friendly disposal of waste
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“Nourishing meals, Nurturing dreams”
Mid-day Meal Programme Prevention of malnutrition related disability, along with increasing the literacy rate is the major goal of this intervention. Food is cooked in centralized, automated kitchens and distributed through customized vehicles. Over 2,50,000 meals are supplied each month to students in several aided and non-aided schools. · Nutritious mid-day meals 6 days a week, throughout the academic year. · 2,50,000 meals a month. · Benefitting students in areas in and around Bengaluru. · Partially supported by the Government of Karnataka. · You too can sponsor a mid-day meal. Email us at vidyaprasad@samarthanam.org
Library Programme Samarthanam plays a dynamic role in improving the quality of learning in government schools. As a part of the 'Jnanavikas' program, fullfledged libraries in six government schools in and around Bangalore have been set up, benefitting over 3500 students.
Digital Book Library The aim of DBLIB is to reach out and catalyze education for the print-disabled (visually challenged, dyslexic children and those with verbal processing difficulties). Samarthanam is an active member of Daisy Forum India (DFI). The prime focus is on school and college students, making course materials and books available in formats supported by screen reader software applications. Higher Education It is Samarthanam's endeavour to help young people with disability pursue higher academic and professional courses that will prepare them for today's job market. We continue to provide financial support, digital audio books, scribes and tutors to support students enrolled in several renowned institutions. Samarthanam also provides free hostel facilities – this enables young men and women from rural Karnataka to pursue their education.
Success Stories Three of Samarthanam's visually challenged students are in IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta and IIM Lucknow. Samarthanam's Ms. Rajani is India's first visually challenged Chartered Accountant.
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Training
Realizing the importance of Information Technology in today's context, Samarthanam has established a vibrant facility ably supported by IT majors. The objective is to train differently-abled youth in the use of computers and enable them to access the internet and interact with the world without any barriers. Project Techvision is a multi-dimensional and holistic initiative that aims to use IT as a pivotal tool for empowerment and to provide a 'vision for life' for the visually-challenged and people with other disabilities Techvision offers the following training programmes: . Advanced Computer Training (ACT) . Excellence through Communication in English Language (EXCEL) . Personality Enrichment and All-round Learning (PEARL)
Samarthanam Srishti provides training in BPO and Call Centre operations to differently-abled youth. Trainees undergo courses in technical and non-technical areas like Call management, Tele calling , Communication skills, Accent training , Customer service, Soft skills, Client Relations and Conflict management. The training centres cater to the needs of the differently-abled and incorporate assistive aids like interactive classrooms, audio visual aids, CRM, JAWS and Simulation Software. A comprehensive training package was developed in collaboration with the BPO Industry. Food and accommodation is provided free of cost. Placement assistance is provided at the end of course based on candidates' performance. Rehabilitation SAMARTHANAM
Kirana Changing Lives
(An entity of Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled)
Samarthanam's BPO centre at Bidadi was set up with the objective of providing gainful employment to skilled rural youth with disabilities, offering 80% of jobs to the differently-abled in the area. 'Kirana', a 100-seater BPO hosting disabled-friendly workstations, went live in 2011 with state-of-the-art infrastructure, technology and resources on par with the best in the industry. Interested in outsourcing your business to Samarthanam Kirana? Call us @ +91 9449864688 4
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In 2007, a Home for Women in distress was started with aid from the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. The home caters to around 50 women from different parts of Karnataka; including women with disabilities, destitute widows and those belonging to economically backward sections.
The Vividha job work enterprise was created by the adoption of an industrial unit of the Vividha Karnataka Rural Poor and Handicapped Women enterprises Development Society. Persons with disabilities were employed to service outsourced job work orders, providing them with gainful employment and sustenance. Revenue generated from Vividha programmes is channelled into other social initiatives of Samarthanam.
Convert your waste into Utility!
Parisara is an Environment Management Program that was initiated in 2003. Samarthanam has emerged as a reliable waste management partner to various corporate houses, with its state-of-the-art technology, transport and handling equipment, and prompt service. The goal is to create a waste-free environment and to constantly work on environment-friendly, cost-effective, innovative & sustainable technology. The programme aids in empowering the differently-abled by providing employment opportunities. Parisara helps in generating income for Samarthanam's initiatives. 路 4.9 lakh kgs of dry waste recycled 路 Paper recycling plant makes eco friendly stationary products such as bags, boxes and folders out of 100% recycled paper 路 Call the Bangalore Dry Waste Help Line @ 94498 64680
Printer Cartridge Recycling Unit Samarthanam has a Printer Cartridge Recycling Plant where refilling/remanufacturing is carried out; bringing high quality compatible toner cartridges to the market place, compatible with all major products. Samarthanam Parisara is a registered re-processor/recycler of printer cartridges, authorized and licensed by Karnataka State Pollution Control Board.
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Sports & Culture Samarthanam has actively promoted sports for the visually impaired over the last decade, both as a rightful pursuit and as a platform for their physical and social development. Sportspersons from Samarthanam have regularly participated in National and International athletic events, cricket and chess tournaments. This includes three Cricket World Cup tournaments and tours to Pakistan and England. · Samarthanam funded the Indian blind cricket team's tour of England (2010). The Indian team defeated England in a four-match one-day series. · Samarthanam athletes took home seven medals at the 17th National Sports Meet for the Blind (2010) held at Chandigarh. Samarthanam's medal tally included three golds and Subramani broke the national record in shot put. · Samarthanam hosted the FIDE rating National Open Chess Tournament for the Blind 2012, in association with All India Chess Federation for the Blind. 100+ visually impaired chess players from across the country took part in the tournament. A mind game involving strategy and tactics, chess is easily adapted for visually impaired players. Blind Chess requires immense concentration and memory; the power and capacity of the human mind is astounding. · The Indian Blind Cricket Team, in collaboration with Samarthanam, travelled to Pakistan and played the Pak-India series, at Lahore & Islamabad. · Samarthanam organized the India-Pakistan bilateral Blind Cricket series at Chennai. The Indian team won the T-20 series as well as the One-Day series 2-1.
Performance that transcends barriers
Samarthanam encourages talent among differently-abled youth, nurturing their skills in art, music & dance and providing opportunities to perform on stage. 'Sunadha', Samarthanam's cultural troupe comprising visually impaired artistes, has given classical and folk dance performances across the country, the U.S. and the U.K. The annual two-month tour of the U.S., wherein Sunadha performs at around 20 educational and cultural centers across many states, is also a source of revenue. In the News – Highlights of the Year T20 World Cup
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T – 20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind Beat The Ordinary
Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), Samarthanam's sports initiative, organised the T – 20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind. The World Cup was held from 1st to 13th December 2012 in Bangalore. Australia, Bangladesh, England, Pakistan, South Africa, West Indies, Sri Lanka, Nepal and host country India took part. 6
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The Brand Ambassador for the T-20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind was Ganguly, former captain of the Indian cricket team. Thirty six matches were contested by nine nations, including hosts India, from 2nd Dec to 11th Dec, on a league cum knockout basis. There were a few exciting nail biters, many high scoring matches, and some matches in which the bowlers managed to contain the opposition. The players were pleased with the grounds and pitch condition. Throughout their stay in Bangalore, the participating countries enjoyed the facilities, and the hospitality of the hosts. At the end of play on December 10th, the top teams were Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and England. The top two teams, India and Pakistan, fought for the Cup in the finals on 13th December. The hosts India retained the trophy in a thrilling match that was telecast live on national television. Felicitation by President of India Hon. President of India Pranab Mukherjee felicitated the victorious Indian Blind Cricket team at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Sports Minister Jitendra Singh and BCCI vice president Arun Jaitley were also present on the occasion. The Hon. President appreciated and congratulated the players: “You all have made us proud and our country proud. I salute your indomitable spirit, you have not allowed your physical disability to come in your way. You all deserve support and encouragement from everyone.� Felicitation by Shri. Arun Jaitley Shri. Arun Jaitley, Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha & Vice President, BCCI, invited the players to his residence, and met with them. He agreed to requests made by the team to speak to the BCCI for recognition of blind cricket, and with the Gujarat government to recommend cash awards and govt. jobs for the five blind cricketers from the state, as done in Karnataka. Karnataka CM presents cash award to players from the state Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar presented a cash prize of Rs 3 lakhs to each of the three players from Karnataka - Shekar Naik, Prakash Jayaramaiah and S Ravi. Earlier, in December, the Chief Minister had felicitated the team members at his residence, promised a cash award and job opportunities to the three players from the state. Volunteer with Us Samarthanam immensely values your contribution in bringing positive change in the lives of the differently-abled. We firmly believe in the philosophy of volunteering, which forms our operational core, making each volunteer a catalyst in altering the life of the physically disabled. If you have the passion and would like to make a difference to society, you can start by sharing your valuable time and skills with us. 7
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Volunteer in any of these areas: . Tutoring students . Arts & Sports . Computer training . Soft skills and spoken English training . Helping visually challenged students write exams . Counselling . Scanning, Editing, DAISY voice recording of printed books . Participating in awareness campaigns . Assistance with venues for sports events . Host cultural performances in India and abroad . Job placement assistance . Promotions and Fund raising Donate Donate online through our website www.samarthanam.org Write to us at support@samarthanam.org Call us @ +91 9449864784 or +919449864775. Send cheques or drafts in favour of Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. All Donations to Samarthanam Trust are 100% exempt under Sec 35AC Samarthanam is also qualified to receive contributions through Give India, Give to Asia, Charity Aid foundation, USA and American service to India, USA
Vidyaprasad Mid day Meal Programme Provide mid-day meal to 3 government school children for one year: 3600 Provide mid-day meal to 6 government school children for one year: 7200 Provide mid-day meal to 10 government school children for one year: 12,000. Provide mid day meal to 12 children for a year: 14,400. Provide mid-day meal to one school for one month: 75,000. Provide mid-day meal to one school for one year: 7,50,000. Education and Hostel Sponsor a disabled child's school education for one year: 15,000 Sponsor a disabled student's college education for one year: 18,000 Sponsor breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at our JP Nagar Hostel for one day: 11,000 Sponsor breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at our HSR Layout Hostel for one day: 12,500 Sponsor the computer education expenses of a disabled child: 6000 Make a general donation to our education programme: 5000 JP Nagar: Breakfast - Rs.3000, Lunch - Rs.4000 and Dinner - Rs.4000 In HSR Lyt: Breakfast - Rs.3500, Lunch Rs.4500 and Dinner - Rs.4500 Building and Corpus fund Total built up area of the hostel building: 18,100 sqft Total cost of the hostel building: 2,17,20,000
Total built up area of the school building : 17,150 sqft Total cost of the school building: 2,05,80,000
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Barrier-Free School Above is a rendition of our disabled-friendly residential school building, which is under construction. In addition to being a residential school, we have visualised this as a space for challenged artists to train, rehearse, perform, conduct workshops and exhibit their work. We would like this space to be an informal and inclusive learning space for children with disabilities. What is more, this vibrant space will also allow us to share more of our work with you! · You can help foster all this for as little as Rs 5000/· You can help us with the construction cost of Rs 1800 per sq ft , you may donate towards as many sq ft as you wish. (eg. Rs.1800/- X 10 sq ft = Rs 18000/-) · You can help us in kind with building material and furnishings for interiors · Build a class room in memory of your loved ones · Sponsor a floor or block which will be named after you/your company Help us build a residential school for the disabled in Bangalore by making your contribution to Samarthanam! Make a secure online donation www.samarthanam.org All contributions are tax exempted under sec 35 AC and 80G of Income Tax. In return, we would like to thank you by: · Adding your name to our Thank You Wall in the new building, with your permission · Naming the block/floor after you, your loved ones or your company · Making you a part of our donor circle which will give you access to events hosted by Samarthanam · Sending you Samhita, the Samarthanam quarterly newsletter, through which you can stay connected with new happenings · Sending you our annual report, so you can track the impact of your contribution For details, please write to kumar@samarthanam.org Mobile: 9449864775
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Mr.Mahantesh G.K. Founder Managing Trustee
Contact Details:
Email: mahantesh@samarthanam.org Phone: +91 9448365929
Head Office: Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled CA: 39, 15th Cross, 16th Main, Sector – 4, HSR Layout, Bengaluru – 560102, Karnataka State, India Tele: +91-80-25721444, Fax: +91 8026582570
Administrative Office: Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled #11, Villa Suchita, 1st cross, 17th A Main, J.P. Nagar II Phase,Bengaluru 560078 Tele-Fax: +91 80 26582570
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