Cottolengo Educational and Charitable Society
Supports differently abled people by providing opportunities for learning, vocational training, job placement, and social integration
- Bronze Certified 2023
- FCRA
- 80G
- 12A
About
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Headquarters
Malappuram, Kerala
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Since
1993
The Cottolengo Educational and Charitable Society, established in 1993, is a registered NGO operating under the Act 12 of Travancore Cochin Literary S Read morecientific and Charitable Societies Registration Act (ER663/96). Located in North Paravur, India, the organization has been actively involved in serving differently-abled individuals, those facing difficulties, and terminally ill individuals. The outreach extends to both rural and urban areas in India, providing empowerment to persons with disabilities, addressing mental health issues, and assisting those in need, especially during natural calamities and pandemics. The vision is to establish and operate centres of excellence for learning, vocational training, job placement, social integration of Persons with Determination, creating a unique family-like atmosphere that is value-based in approach and pioneering in efforts to enrich and fulfil life. From its establishment, the Cottolengo Educational and Charitable Society (CECS) has been committed to improving the quality of life for the poor and downtrodden. Fuelled by a rich culture and broad-mindedness, the society advocates for an inclusive approach, transcending barriers of colour, creed, disability, race, sex, and religion. The organisation upholds the sanctity of human life from its beginning to its natural end, advocating for the rights of the most vulnerable individuals. The aspiration is to serve as the voice for the voiceless and the marginalized population. Mission: • Uphold the sanctity of life from its inception to its natural conclusion. • Provide care for the poor, sick, abandoned, and particularly needy individuals without any discrimination. • Promote the Cottolengo charism. • Facilitate the comprehensive and integrated development of Persons with Determination. • Contribute to the building of a new humanity founded on principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Action
The organization provides empowerment to persons with disabilities through education, vocational training, job placement, and social integration programs, as well as assistance during natural calamities and pandemics.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Sub Sector
Impact
The society has trained and placed 145 differently-abled persons in jobs at Amazon Pay, trained 75 candidates with locomotor disabilities as data entry operators, and provided flood relief to 4000 individuals including housing reconstruction and food aid.
Vision & Mission
The vision is to establish centers of excellence for learning, training, and social integration of persons with disabilities in a family-like atmosphere. The mission is to uphold the sanctity of life, care for the poor and sick without discrimination, promote the Cottolengo charism, and contribute to building an inclusive society.
Programs
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IOCL CECS SCPwD
CECS, in collaboration with the Skill Council for Persons with Disability (SCPwD), successfully trained 75 candidates with Locomotor Disability in the Data Entry Operator job role. The program, implemented by SCPwD under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE), National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), falls under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). This initiative aims to mainstream 'Persons with Disability' (PwD).
Conducted at the Cottolengo Vocational Rehabilitation Centre (CVRC), an SCPwD-affiliated training partner, the program received support from the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) Kerala State office as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility. It marks a significant milestone for the certified candidates and represents a new chapter in the inclusion journey of Indian Oil Corporation. -
Thachan
CECS, in collaboration with EnAble India, has developed the Thachan project, which is a pilot initiative focusing on local wood polishing training. In this pilot project, 15 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities will receive training in wood polishing under the carpentry trade. So far, it has successfully trained and placed 45 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in furniture workshops. The goal is to extend this training to 500 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities within a five-year timeframe.
CVRRC has introduced the GARV SE CENTER, powered by EnAble India. This centre holds a prestigious position within EnAble India, actively constructing a livelihood ecosystem for persons with disabilities. -
Pankh
In partnership with the Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India (TRRAIN), CECS has provided training and job placements for 145 differently-abled individuals. These individuals have secured positions in esteemed organizations such as Amazon Pay, Tata Croma, Reliance Digital, Fragomen, and IndiaMART. Over the next year, CECS aims to train and place 250 individuals with hearing impairment, low vision, and learning disabilities.
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Flood relief
CECS played a crucial role as a helping hand for the populations of Paravur and Nilambur during the floods, providing refuge for 4000 individuals. A medical team offered medical and psychological assistance to the affected population. A comprehensive program for rebuilding damaged houses has been initiated and organized by the post-flood relief committee.
CECS has extended financial aid to 20 families for the reconstruction of damaged houses and is actively engaged in constructing two houses that were completely lost. Additionally, food kits and clothing were distributed to 1500 families. The centre, through its focus on training, education, and research, aims to promote the fundamental principles of sustainable development in the realm of disability management in the area.
Milestones & Track Record
Key milestones include founding in 1993, registration in 1996, establishment of the Cottolengo Vocational Rehabilitation Centre in 2010, and receiving awards such as the special jury award for best rehabilitation center for the disabled.
Leadership Team
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Rev. Fr. Vincent Xavier
President
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Rev. Fr. John Paul
Treasurer
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Rev. Dr. Shony Mathew Perumpally
Director
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Rev. Fr. Shijo Solomon
Director
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
100+
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
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AABTC2379K
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Registration ID
ER663/96
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VO ID / Darpan ID
KL/2017/0160016
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12A
AABTC2379KE20221
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80G
AABTC2379KF20221
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FCRA
52850449
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society