Foreword 

Warm greetings from Swabodhini!

December began on a high note with a wonderful street theatre performance on Road Safety by our students in celebration of World Disability Day. The children from all three of our centers showcased their talents in skits at their respective locations, receiving great appreciation from the public.

We are excited to share that our student, Mr. Dakshinamurthy, has secured a position in the HR department at Acqueon Technologies INC. In addition, a sensitization program was held for Acqueon Technologies employees to foster a supportive and inclusive workplace for individuals with special needs.

We are also proud to announce that two of our students were selected at the District level and participated in the State-level competition organized by Special Olympics Bharath – Tamil Nadu.

Our Velachery center hosted an interactive engagement program for the employees of IBS Software and Grundfos Pumps India Pvt Ltd that encouraged them to join our children in fun learning activities, making the event both enjoyable and educational.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to Shiva’s Music for a Cause for their support through a live-streamed orchestra concert on YouTube, in aid of Swabodhini.

As we concluded the second term, the management and staff from all four centers met with their respective parents to share updates on their children’s progress.

Finally, we celebrated Christmas and birthdays with joy and enthusiasm before heading into the winter break.

Best Regards,

Nandini Priyakumari
Director
Swabodhini School and Vocational Center for Special Children

Ms. Kiran, a student from WCC College pursuing a B.Sc. in Home Science, conducted a survey among our parents to understand the dietary patterns of children with special needs.

We are delighted to announce the placement of our student, Dhakshina Moorthy, at Acqueon. To foster awareness and inclusivity among Acqueon’s employees, our Director, Ms. Nandini Priyakumari, conducted an Employee Sensitization Program at their premises.

This initiative reflects our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with special needs and ensuring a smooth transition into the workplace.

Grundfos employees visited the Velachery Centre, where they observed the students and were engaged in various activities. They conducted interactive games and spent quality time with the students, creating an enjoyable and stimulating experience. This visit provided an excellent opportunity for employees to connect with the students, further strengthening the bond between the organization and the project beneficiaries.

We organized a vibrant employee engagement activity with the employees from IBS Software, fostering interaction and learning. The activities included making fruit kebabs, conducting mock interviews, and creating a simulated bank setup with an ATM. Employees actively assisted our students in each activity, ensuring a fun and educational experience.

The event was thoroughly enjoyed by both the employees and students, creating a memorable and enriching day for everyone involved.

Shiva’s Music for a Cause conducted a captivating 2.5-hour live orchestra show in support of our school. The performance was live streamed on our YouTube channel, allowing a wider audience to join and enjoy the musical experience.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Shiva’s Music for organizing such a wonderful program to support our cause. This initiative not only brought joy to many but also helped us raise valuable funds to further our mission.

Our students participated in State Level Competitions held at Alagappa University conducted by Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation Science and Alagappa University special School for Id and Autism in collaboration with Special Olympics Bharath-TamilNadu.