About
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Headquarters
Gurgaon, Haryana
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Since
2005
VISHWAS is a not for profit organisation working in the field of Disability and Inclusive Development. Their mission is to create a diverse and inclus Read moreive society where every individual is ensured equal rights and opportunities in a dignified manner. In 2005, Neelam Jolly, the founder of VISHWAS started working in Sanp ki Nagli, a small village in Sohna block of Gurugram district of Haryana with a vision of an inclusive society where persons with disabilities are ensured equal rights and opportunities in a dignified manner. Now, after eighteen years of persistent work and resilience, VISHWAS is a proud team of 45 people working for the four programmes that complement each other. So far VISHWAS has provided services to 4028 beneficiaries.
Issue
All our programmes cater to children and young adults from the most marginalised communities. Even within vulnerable groups, those with disabilities are most likely to get excluded and discriminated against. Every child has a right to meaningful and quality education in a positive learning environment. Livelihood options and life skills are essential for everyone, not only because they enable independence, but also because they help to improve self-esteem and lead to a life of dignity and respect. All adults have a right to take control of their lives and exercise choices to select their personal preferences and livelihood. There is a need to create enabling environment by community sensitisation and awareness raising programmes, facilitating PwDs to avail their rights and entitlements, empowering them to participate in decision making and sensitizing relevant stakeholders in the community to accept diversity and promote inclusive practices.
Action
VISHWAS is committed to working towards promoting accessible, enabling and inclusive environments. We develop and promote inclusive models in education, skill development and community outreach in partnership with the government, institutions, communities, corporate sector, parents and children. Beginning in 2005, and currently operating from Gurugram, Haryana, our activities are focused around four core programmes: 1.VISHWAS VIDYALAYA 2.VISHWAS SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING 3.VISHWAS COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMME 4.VISHWAS DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTRE AND TRAINING PROGRAMME
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Sub Sector
Impact
Our journey began in 2005. A total of 4028 beneficiaries have been impacted through our various programmes. So far 1148 children have completed elementary education through VISHWAS Vidyalaya. 2305 PwDs have been a part of Sohna (Rural) as well as urban Gurugram Community based programme. They have received awareness about entitlements, linked to resources and their Disability certificate and UDID have been facilitated. 494 PwDs have received various services from the Disability Resource Centre. 81 PwDs have received training in Life skills /Vocational skills.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
A diverse and inclusive society where persons with disabilities are ensured equal rights and opportunities in a dignified manner.
Our Mission
To promote the rights and interests of the disadvantaged and the disabled people in partnership with all stakeholders including children, their families, community and the government by:
• Building knowledge and capacities on inclusive practices and policies.
• Creating opportunities with meaningful participation.
Donor History
CAF, Give, Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation, Bhai Sundar Dass foundation, DLF foundation
Programs
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Vishwas Vidyalaya
VISHWAS Vidyalaya is a recognized inclusive elementary school with nearly 300 students, studying from Nursery to VIII. Most of our students are from migrant communities marginalised by poverty and with little or no prior exposure to formal education. About 18% of the students are with disabilities. The Vidyalaya aims for holistic and all round development of its students through a well balanced curriculum and by identifying and addressing barriers that prevent active learning and participation. There is exposure to digital learning and educational trips are organised to make learning more meaningful. Every effort is made by the school staff to provide a stimulating environment that includes a range of co-curricular activities such as sports, music, dance, arts and crafts. From Hindi medium, since the last two years, we are gradually moving to English medium of instruction. All students are learning music- vocal /instrumental depending upon their interest and talent. The students with special needs receive physiotherapy/ speech therapy/ sign language training depending on specific needs.
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VISHWAS Community Based Programme
VISHWAS Community Based Programme is an initiative to support persons with disabilities and promote their inclusive development and enable them to lead fulfilling lives. Through this programme we are providing comprehensive services and resources to persons with disabilities of all ages to enhance their overall wellbeing, helping them with access to healthcare, education, livelihood, rights and entitlements. The programme strives to ensure that persons with disabilities have equal opportunities, full participation, and a dignified life within community.
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VISHWAS Disability Resource Centre and Training Programme
This programme aims to bridge the gap between intent and practice. Under this programme we are also running a resource centre for children and adults with disabilities.
The Disability Resource Centre(DRC) works on the concept of early identification and intervention of disability related issues .The activities comprise timely screening/assessment , intervention, follow ups, referrals for medical /surgical/orthotic support of persons with disabilities (PwDs) from the community. In addition to this awareness workshops and trainings are also conducted for community stakeholders like PwDs, Parents, Anganwadi workers , Asha workers and School teachers. -
VISHWAS Skill Development And Training Programme
This program serves young adults and adults with disabilities (PwDs) aged 14-25 years. It focuses on equipping them with life skills for independent living and developing employment-related skills, considering their abilities and challenges. Disabilities include cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, hearing impairment, and multiple disabilities.
They are imparted training in: Life skills, Basics of computer, Hospitality and weaving.
Impact Metrics
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Strength of Girl Students
Program Name
VISHWAS Vidyalaya
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 128
- 2022-23 134
- 2023-24 145
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Strength of Students in the Program
Program Name
Skill development and training programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 25
- 2022-23 29
- 2023-24 27
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Beneficiaries Registered for Counselling,Therapy
Program Name
Disability Resource Centre and training programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 321
- 2022-23 381
- 2023-24 473
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Strength of Children With Special Needs(Cwsns)
Program Name
VISHWAS Vidyalaya
Year-wise Metrics- 2020-21 69
- 2021-22 59
- 2022-23 64
- 2023-24 69
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Children/Adults With Disabilities Who Are Independent in Activities of Daily Living(Adl) to the Extent Possible Like- Bathing, Wearing Clothes, Buttoning Etc
Program Name
Skill development and training programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 16
- 2022-23 16
- 2023-24 16
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Pwds Identified and Receiving Direct Services
Program Name
VISHWAS Community based Programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 260
- 2022-23 335
- 2023-24 395
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Students Who Are Excelling in Sports and Have Won at State and International Level
Program Name
Skill training
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 0
- 2022-23 2
- 2023-24 7
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Aids and Appliances Facilitated for Rehabilitation
Program Name
Disability Resource Centre and training programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 13
- 2022-23 27
- 2023-24 30
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Beneficiaries Provided Therapy/ Intervention
Program Name
Disability Resource Centre and Training programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2020-21 54
- 2021-22 93
- 2022-23 120
- 2023-24 166
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Pwds Facilitated for Getting Disability Certificate &Udid Card
Program Name
VISHWAS Community based programme
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 124
- 2022-23 89
- 2023-24 124
Theory of Change
1) To integrate the disabled in the mainstream society
2) Create awareness about the rights and entitlements for children and persons with disabilities and empower them
3) Bridging the technological divide through use of computers and tabs
Milestones & Track Record
1) VISHWAS has got recognition as a middle school, which started as primary school
2) Through the community programme, CWSNs and PwDs have benefitted wrt information about rights and entitlements because of help with Disability Certificate. Many have got aids and appliances
3) Partnership with SOB (Special Olympics Bharat) has opened a window of opportunities for CWSNs in sports
4) Increased enrolment of CWSNs to Vidyalaya, hence access to education
5) bridging the technological divide by providing access to tabs and computers
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
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Strength of Governing Body
5
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Diversity Metrics
68% women
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Organisation Structure
Yes
Awards & Recognitions
• Nina Sibal Memorial Award 2019 by AIWEFA (All India Women’s Education Fund Association)
• Top five nominees for Mary Glowery Liliane Brekelman’s disability Award, 2019
• Certificate of Recognition of VISHWAS Vidyalaya, Unified School by Special Olympics Bharat, 2019
• Certificate of Appreciation by Sarthak Educational Trust for invaluable contribution in disability sector, 2018
• eNGO Challenge Award for enabling persons with disabilities, 2017
• Rotary Vocational Excellence award for Skill development amongst the differently abled, 2016
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AACCV2066N
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Registration ID
U74899DL2006NPL144824
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VO ID / Darpan ID
HR/2009/0003967
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12A
AACCV2066NE20161
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80G
AACCV2066NF20061
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FCRA
231661091
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CSR Registration Number
CSR00004536
Location
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Headquarters
Sector-46, Netaji Subhash Marg, Jal Vihar Colony Near Bakhtawar Chowk, Gurgaon, 122002
Directions
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Section 8 (formerly Section 25)
Website
Financial Details
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2019-20
IncomeRs.14,217,965ExpensesRs.13,286,316Admin ExpensesRs.3,321,579Program ExpensesRs.9,964,737Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it. -
2020-21
IncomeRs.17,063,721ExpensesRs.11,715,235Admin ExpensesRs.3,329,287Program ExpensesRs.8,385,948Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it. -
2021-22
IncomeRs.25,506,812ExpensesRs.10,771,597Admin ExpensesRs.3,372,226Program ExpensesRs.7,399,371Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it. -
2022-23
IncomeRs.18,311,109ExpensesRs.11,983,966Admin ExpensesRs.3,865,984Program ExpensesRs.8,117,982Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it. -
2023-24
IncomeRs.16,779,137ExpensesRs.16,042,163Admin ExpensesRs.2,673,694Program ExpensesRs.13,368,469Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it.
Government Partnerships
Special Olympics Bharat- SOB