Kochi, a vibrant city in Kerala, is home to several NGOs that work tirelessly to address a myriad of social issues. Here’s a look at ten notable NGOs in Kochi making significant contributions to society:
Attakkalari Public Charitable Trust of Contemporary Performing Arts
- Focus: Promotes contemporary performing arts.
- Location: Kausthubham, Manikkath Road, Ravipuram, Kochi.
- Contact: Jayachandran P
- Objective: To nurture and promote contemporary dance and other performing arts.
Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR)
- Focus: Policy research and advocacy.
- Location: Sonoro Church Road, Elamkulam, Kochi.
- Contact: Chairman
- Objective: Engages in research on urban reforms, transport, education, and health to influence policy changes.
- Website: CPPR
Make A Difference (MAD)
- Focus: Child welfare and education.
- Location: Various locations including Kochi.
- Contact: 0484-4049057
- Objective: Ensures equitable outcomes for children in orphanages and street shelters through education and mentoring.
- Website: MAD
Guardians of Dreams
- Focus: Childcare and support.
- Location: Kochi.
- Contact: +91 9744427900
- Objective: Provides effective childcare by supporting childcare institutions and directly empowering children.
- Website: Guardians of Dreams
HelpAge India
- Focus: Elderly care.
- Location: Panampilly Nagar, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-484-2310836
- Objective: Improves the quality of life for disadvantaged elderly individuals through welfare projects including free rations, medicines, and cataract surgeries.
- Website: HelpAge India
People’s Council for Social Justice (PCSJ)
- Focus: Legal assistance and education.
- Location: Mathai Manjooran Road, Near High Court, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-484-2390080
- Objective: Ensures social justice for women, children, and marginalized sections through legal assistance and education.
Society for Rehabilitation of Visually Challenged (SRVC)
- Focus: Rehabilitation and employment for the visually challenged.
- Location: Monastery Road, near South Railway Station, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-9847800688
- Objective: Provides training and employment opportunities for visually challenged individuals.
- Website: SRVC
Mahila Samajam
- Focus: Women empowerment.
- Location: Main Bazar, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-484-2474540
- Objective: Empowers women by making them self-sufficient and addressing issues they face.
National Ecological Training Institute (NETI)
- Focus: Environmental and women development.
- Location: Angamaly, Ernakulam District, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-9387844919
- Objective: Promotes watershed development, waste land development, and innovative research in environmental conservation.
- Website: NETI
Sree Narayana Sevika Samajam
- Focus: Orphan care and elder care.
- Location: Valmiki Hills Road, Keeramkunnu, Aluva, Kochi.
- Contact: +91-484-2356303
- Objective: Provides a home-like environment for orphans and the elderly who lack family support.
These NGOs are integral to the social fabric of Kochi, addressing various issues from elder care to environmental conservation. Their dedicated efforts are making a significant impact on the community.
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