Yesterday was Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday, a national holiday. We hope that you had a moment to reflect on the peace and understanding that Gandhi promoted. We, at proVISION ASIA strive to inspire and change lives like Gandhi did! Junaid, one of our Mithra Special School students dressed up as Gandhi to honor his memory. At some ...
We had a mobility aids distribution camp last Tuesday at Sidlaghatta village, 65 kilometers outside of Bangalore where we presented 10 mobility aids (walkers and wheelchairs) to deserving and grateful recipients, some of whom were children. The presentation took place in the courtyard of a Hindu temple. It is incredible to see someone gain independence, ...
Last Saturday was a great day for #PlayGroup! We had 32 children with disabilities come to sing songs, decorate balloons, watch a puppet show and eat a yummy snack of chocolate cake and mint sandwiches! We would like to THANK Mr. & Mrs. Hewett who sponsored PlayGroup and Ms. Joutras who provided the snacks! The proVISION ...
#DaanUtsav is right around the corner…India’s ‘Joy of Giving week’ is October 2nd-8th. This year is our third year to be involved in numerous projects so look out for announcements coming soon. Come be cheerful givers along with us!
Besides the usual hustle and bustle at our Center, we have two exciting things going on this week! Today we attended a social media workshop put on by the U.S Consulate in Chennai, conducted by Mrs. Mandy Jenkins. It was informative and it will help us spread our message more effectively using social media. ...
Happy Teachers Day to all of the teachers out there! We are extremely thankful for our teachers and staff of Mithra special school! Thank you for doing an excellent job and providing such a high standard of education every day.
proVISION ASIA does not confine itself to Bangalore city limits, we also work in surrounding villages every month. Last Friday, we conducted a wheelchair distribution camp in Manchenahalli village. 5 deserving individuals received wheelchairs! 4 of the recipients were children, ages 6 through 13 and the fifth recipient was 39 years old. Their lives ...
Today we grieve the loss of Amar, our student at Mithra Special School. A fighter, who has survived near death experiences time and again, and finally won his freedom! Join us in remembering his loved ones in your prayers.
The August PlayGroup was a fun morning saluting our great nation, as we celebrate the 68th Independence Day! We colored the Tiranga flag, danced, sang, made paper pigeons and sang the Indian National Anthem. Through these activities, we learnt to be more independent in our own lives; by rising above our disabilities. A huge shout out to Moog India, for ...
Today was a great day to change lives at our centre! The day started with presenting a modified scooter to Mr. Veerabadragowda from Kolar, a town located 80 km from Bangalore City. We also hosted the Friendship Circle with 17 friends and their families; a great forum where families can address their challenges. Winfred, our ...