Awakers

Empowers marginalized communities through healthcare, education, and skills training to foster a more equitable society

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
  • CSR-1
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About

  • Headquarters

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu

  • Since

    2016

Awakers commits itself to addressing the challenges faced by the disadvantaged segments of society. Its primary objective is to initiate a positive ch Read moreange in the lives of those in need through the promotion of compassion and support. The mission of Awakers is to empower marginalized individuals, enabling them to overcome poverty. The organisation envisions creating a vibrant community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. To achieve this vision, it has outlined a comprehensive agenda. This agenda includes providing essential healthcare to the impoverished, elderly, and those experiencing hardship. Moreover, Awakers aims to extend financial assistance for education, acknowledging the critical role education plays in breaking the cycle of poverty. Furthermore, the organisation is dedicated to guiding and equipping young, ambitious individuals with technical and soft skills, career guidance, and knowledge to establish sustainable livelihoods. Awakers endeavours to fulfil its objectives by promoting trust, security, a sense of solidarity, and environmental stewardship within the communities it serves. Through the commitment of its volunteer team, it aims to make a significant contribution to building a more just and compassionate society.

Programs

  • Empowerment Programme

    District

    Empowerment entails the self-determination of individuals, providing them with the ability to act responsibly and realize their full potential. This transformative process is marked by gaining power and control over one's life. Specifically, projects focusing on women's empowerment and financial independence contribute significantly to this objective. By fostering autonomy and responsibility, empowerment becomes a catalyst for individuals to shape their destinies and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Empowerment is the cornerstone of enabling individuals to navigate their lives with purpose and agency.

  • Awareness Programme

    District

    Awareness signifies the state of acquiring knowledge and being principled about various aspects of life. Cultivating awareness empowers individuals to take control and shape outcomes, a crucial skill for children to master as they navigate their lives. It enables a multifaceted perspective on observations. Initiatives focusing on Sexual Abuse Awareness, Cancer Awareness, and diverse campaigns such as the White Cane Awareness Rally and Traffic Awareness Campaign contribute to fostering awareness within communities, promoting informed engagement with important issues. These projects aim to enlighten and empower individuals through knowledge dissemination.

  • Sustainability Programme

    District

    Sustainability involves meeting the present generation's needs without compromising those of future generations, emphasizing environmental quality. Vital initiatives like Beach Cleaning and Tree Plantation projects contribute to this vision. The emphasis on environmental conservation is reflected in events such as the Tree Plantation Drive in Red Hills and the Beach Clean-up Drive at Marina Beach. These activities align with the core principle of sustainability, aiming to ensure a harmonious balance between current necessities and the preservation of resources for the well-being of generations to come.

  • Knowledge Programme

    District

    Knowledge, the awareness of facts acquired through experience or education, is a cornerstone for understanding and its practical application. Projects like Career Guidance, Health Bulletin, and Education Support aim to disseminate and utilize knowledge effectively. Events such as the Story Writing Workshop in Besant Nagar, the Education Support initiative led by Ms. Subhasree in Chennai, and the Screenplay Writing Workshop with PKP reflect a commitment to sharing knowledge across diverse domains, fostering learning experiences that contribute to personal and community growth.

Leadership Team

  • Hariharan

    Founder

  • Geethanjali

    Managing Trustee

  • Manoj Kumar P

    President

  • Srivignesh

    Member

  • Raghul R

    Secretary

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    100+

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAHTA7910Q

  • Registration ID

    1272/2016

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    TN/2021/0294378

  • 12A

    AAHTA7910QE20212

  • 80G

    AAHTA7910QF20210

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    CSR00018258

Location

  • Headquarters

    5/154, Rajendran Nagar, Thiruperumal Nagar, Kolapakkam, Chennai, 600122

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust