India Vision Institute

Enhances primary eye care across India through initiatives like facilitating access to services, conducting screenings, and providing free spectacles to underserved communities

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  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu

  • Since

    2012

The India Vision Institute (IVI) operates as a non-profit NGO, dedicated to bolstering primary eye care across India. Through initiatives like facilit Read moreating access to eye care services for disadvantaged populations and advancing the field of optometry through awareness campaigns and capacity building, IVI strives to prevent avoidable blindness. Its outreach efforts, including vision screenings and free spectacles distribution, target underserved communities, reaching over 700,000 individuals and providing spectacles to 150,000 people in need. Moreover, IVI has conducted numerous capacity-building workshops, benefiting around 10,000 optometry professionals, and is committed to addressing human resource needs, advocating for equitable access to vision care, and eliminating uncorrected refractive errors by 2050. Looking ahead, IVI's strategic focus for the next five years includes continuing education for optometry professionals, advocating for fair access to vision care services, and supporting sustainable development goals for a healthier world by 2030. Additionally, it aims to establish a strong global presence for the Indian vision industry while enhancing optometry education and professional infrastructure within India. With a comprehensive approach to eye care and a commitment to societal well-being, IVI stands as a beacon of hope in the quest for a better vision and a healthier future for all.

Programs

  • Awareness Programmes

    Spreading awareness of eye care importance and Optometrists' role in preventing blindness, IVI conducts innovative campaigns like 'Ollie the Optometrist' musical, promotes Optometry careers through the 'Opt for Optometry' platform, and organises 'Walk in the Dark' events where visually impaired children lead blindfolded walks, joined by dignitaries and students carrying eye care messages.

  • Leadership Development Programme

    District

    IVI's Leadership Development Programme empowers optometry professionals to excel in eye care education and practice by offering comprehensive training and mentorship. Through initiatives like the IVI Online Series for Institutional Development, participants gain insights into strategic areas of optometry school development, fostering partnerships and networking. The Young Leaders Programme motivates and trains young professionals to address the challenges in eye care delivery, equipping them with fresh perspectives and practical skills through workshops and group projects.

Leadership Team

  • Vinod Daniel

    Chief Executive Officer & Managing Trustee

  • Shekhar Nambiar

    General Manager - Education & Communications

  • Kumudha Thirunavukkarasu

    Head - Strategic Programmes & Partnerships

  • Apoorva Kaushik

    Programme Manager

  • Padhmanaaban Sampath

    Senior Programme Manager

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

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

    AAATI9506P

  • Registration ID

    1335/2012

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    TN/2018/0209126

  • 12A

    AAATI9506PE20214

  • 80G

    AAATI9506PF20212

  • FCRA

    075901428

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    Plot No: 212, New No.45, Palkalai Nagar 7th Link Road, Palavakkam, Chennai, 600041

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust