Helping Hands Organisation is a not-for-profit based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, that works with individuals with autism and other behavioural differences. While our previous efforts focused on therapeutic interventions, we are currently practising and promoting the importance of inclusion in employment and sustainability initiatives.
Our primary programme dedicated to underprivileged children with Autism and other learning and behavioural differences. With 72 registered beneficiaries – 52 of whom attend our centre everyday – our Daffodils programme is our central focus of work. Our children are educated and trained by skilled professionals and psychologists, are provided with regular therapies (as per individual needs), and are even trained vocationally to prepare them for their futures.
A replicable, inclusive, and impact-driven model that incorporates climate action, biodiversity conservation, and social inclusion. Carefully nurtured by our beneficiaries with disabilities, the Barrier Free Carbon Neutral Zone is home to oxybamboo plants, butterflies, bees, and dragonflies. The zone also houses different varieties of herbal and medicinal plants while allowing for the preservation of indigenous knowledge.
A hands-on, home-based agriculture initiative that aims to promote sustainable living, nutritional security, and self-reliance. To meet the objectives of income generation and nutritional security, the Green Lab program has set up small farms in the homes and nearby spaces of 20 of our beneficiaries with disabilities. It includes multiple components such as organic vegetable patches, herbal gardens, and units for household poultry and small-scale honey rearing.
Our outreach programme for the elderly poor, in association with the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Ananthapuri Hospitals. With 61 beneficiaries identified under this programme, our volunteers visit our older beneficiaries every week, providing them with food and nutrition kits and regular health check-ups. This is an entirely volunteer-driven initiative and is an integral part of our inclusive approach towards social support and development
An inclusive arts program that uses performing arts as a tool to empower individuals with disabilities. By bringing together artists with disabilities, cultural practitioners, volunteers, and event curators, the program aims to build a sustainable, inclusive artistic community. Designed to provide structured training, create inclusive performance opportunities, and ensure fair remuneration through art, Samanwaya is poised to have its soft launch in August.
Our city-based centre that focuses on providing quality services to children with special needs. By adopting a holistic approach in dealing with developmental and clinical disorders present in children, Pratidhi collaborates with different professionals such as speech therapists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and special educators. Established in 2016, Pratidhi has made its presence felt in the field of special education.
Our second programme serving a two-way purpose: providing holistic education to underprivileged children, as well as getting them acquainted to understand, accept and work with children with Autism and other disabilities. The Pratheeksha programme envisions a future for its 91 registered children, which is progressive, responsible and inclusive. The programme is hosted every weekend at the centre, and is run largely by our youth volunteers.
The ‘MeTheChange’ campaign is a step towards trying to encourage our neurotypical children across schools to find their voice, learn to communicate their thoughts and opinions and find the confidence to successfully act on the change they would like to see in the society around them. Over the past four years, we have collected over 6000 stories of small and big changes, and we are proud that the campaign continues its impact across Kerala, and beyond!
At H2O, each one of us grow with our beneficiaries – while helping them realise their own potentials, their talents, and understanding that with a little bit of patience, nothing is impossible. This journey is what makes H2O, and its people. It’s the journey that builds and binds us. Our children, our staff and our volunteers – are beyond just a cause. We are a community. We are the H2O Community.
Because your support helps us impact lives
Join our 500 club, by donating INR 500 per therapy, per child, per month – that’s all we need for a differently-abled beneficiary to learn skills for a lifetime. All donations are 80G exempted, and FCRA approved (in case of international donations)
Every person’s effort is a helping hand, far more valuable than can be quantified. Join us to become a part of a volunteering community, across the state, working hard to build the H2O movement, raising awareness around disability, access and inclusivity
H2O always welcomes corporates and other organisations to associate in the work – especially the outreach work – that we do. As a grassroots NGO which works with the underprivileged communities, the financial and resource support goes a long way in improving the quality of our work. Reach out to us on info@
Our youth volunteers have been our pillars. H2O is in the lookout for keen youngsters who will enrol in a one year certificate programme (part-time) with H2O, helping the organisation with vital regular and event-based projects through supervision, decision making and implementation. Reach out to us on info@helpinghandsorganisation.org to learn more
