Regenboog India Foundation

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

Regenboog has established nine Evening Schools in slum areas and surrounding villages of Tiruvannamalai, as a solution to the lack of education and poverty cycle prevalent in these communities. The main goal is to offer children a supportive environment after regular school hours, where they complete their homework, receive additional assistance from qualified teachers, and find motivation to continue their education and achieve their full potential. The program operates from 17:30 to 20:00, six days a week, and is easily accessible to the children. The students are divided into age groups, and each group has its dedicated teacher. These teachers engage with the children, inquire about their day, offer help with schoolwork, and address any academic challenges they face. Beyond academics, the Evening Schools also emphasize values such as caring for others, being responsible citizens, and nurturing self-belief to create a positive future.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

Established to address the insufficient recreational space for the city's large population of over 250,000 people, especially children. The park's main goals include providing an innovative and educative space for families to spend quality time, creating awareness about various issues, and offering children an opportunity to learn while playing. It features exhibits on science, healthcare, hygiene, and 15 unique games, including an adventure walk and a rope bridge, to provide children with exciting experiences. The park's facilities also include a large open-air auditorium where children can showcase their talents to the public. With 24-hour security, surveillance cameras, restroom facilities, access to pure drinking water, and regular maintenance, the park remains in top condition.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

"Addresses serious environmental issues in and around Tiruvannamalai. This projects aims to conserve natural resources and raise environmental awareness among the people of the town. Its goal is to provide sustainable solutions and shape public attitudes and behaviors towards environmental care. The project operates in various locations, including Tiruvannamalai town, the holy Arunachala hill, the Kavuthi hills, and the Paruvatha hill. Following methods are employed to achieve the objectives:

1. Afforestation Programs: Conducts intensive afforestation programs, growing over 3,000 saplings annually in their nursery. These saplings are then planted in the hills and forests around the town, and some are distributed to government schools through The Mobile Library Team.
2. Water Sheds For Animals: It has created 11 water ponds around the Arunachala foothills to provide water for animals and birds during the dry summer season to prevent water scarcity-related issues.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

The program targets students from rural villages belonging to low-income households, including those with single parents or orphaned children. Priority is given to girls, and the initiative also assists students who had to discontinue their higher education due to financial limitations. Selected beneficiaries receive comprehensive support through the program. Regenboog maintains regular communication with educational institutes to monitor the students' progress. The organization holds frequent meetings with the beneficiaries to understand their needs and provide motivation. Additionally, the office campus offers technology support and study spaces to create a conducive learning environment. The program also conducts career guidance programs annually, helping the students make informed decisions about their future paths.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

Aims to bring the joy of reading to children who have limited access to books beyond their school textbooks. The mobile library project helps these children explore a wider world of knowledge, cultivating curiosity and a love for learning. The project operates through a Mobile Library Vehicle and five Motor Cycle libraries, offering a collection of around 23,000 books. The books are distributed to 103 government schools during the day and to Evening Schools and other neighbourhoods in the evenings. Every student receives a membership card, and the library system is automated for efficiency. The mobile library vehicles visit their designated places every other week, allowing the children to check out and return books regularly. Regenboog staff engages the children in discussions about the books they read, encouraging their active participation and learning.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

Mobile Medical Clinic provides basic healthcare and health education to the people living in remote villages who often face barriers such as transportation difficulties and time constraints in accessing even basic healthcare services. Currently, the clinic serves the Tiruvannamalai, Chengam, and Polur Taluks, as well as parts of the Jawadhu Hills region. The clinic operates with a dedicated team comprising a doctor, two nurses, a pharmacist, a driver cum social worker, and an assistant. The mobile clinic is equipped with modern facilities, including separate rooms for nursing care, doctor consultations, and a pharmacy. It is fully air-conditioned and equipped with essential amenities such as water tanks, an oxygen cylinder, a refrigerator, and medicine storage. The Clinic follows a schedule where it visits the remote villages around Tiruvannamalai and Chengam three days a week. Additionally, the team visits the challenging-to-reach Jawadhu Hills region twice a week.

District

Tiruvannamalai

States

Tamil Nadu

"To address the menstrual health and hygiene issues, the organization initiated the ""Happy Periods"" mission with specific goals:
1. Breaking the taboos and stigma surrounding menstruation.
2. Raising awareness about challenges related to menstrual product accessibility, menstrual education, and proper sanitation facilities.
3. Educating and promoting sustainable menstruation practices.
The menstrual awareness sessions are conducted in 48 government schools in and around Tiruvannamalai, reaching around 2000 young women. These sessions involve a 40-minute talk delivered by project staff and nurses, providing informative and engaging information on menstrual health and hygiene. Following the talk, students are encouraged to share their concerns and questions, while also being provided with a 24-hour helpline number for further support. It also distributes a book called "Happy Periods," produced by Regenboog, which covers various aspects of menstruation, including dos and don'ts, myths.