Yogi Ashokananda Foundation support, educate, and develop grassroots communities. All of our projects focus on working in partnership with local peoples to enhance their life and create skill for work. Our aim is to increase education, health care, environment, and social development within the communities where resources are severely limited and outdated. We utilise available local resources and create structure within society providing employment and skill development.
The Yogi Ashokananda Foundation work in collaboration with the Ashok Tree Foundation to deliver the identified comprehensive services to the village of Paliapattu, Tamil Nadu, India.
Vision
- Create a unique and holistic learning environment for children aged 4 – 14 and vocational training beyond the age of 14
- Promote tolerance, equality, spirituality and ecological awareness
- Break down barriers and foster an inclusive attitude, seeking to enable all students to realise their full potential
- Develop awareness and support on a local, regional, national & international scale
- Ensure sustainable and ethical techniques are used throughout
Community Projects
- Our School: The Sita Devi School has been built to provide nursery, primary and secondary school education for children aged 4-10.
- Community Center: We have identified a number of programmes, which will provide base or supplemental services to the community of Paliapattu with a view to support the community to overcome the effects of extreme poverty, while helping the adults and children to build mental stability, social support and respect for human rights.
- Other Projects: medical clinic to deliver first aid, conduct regular medical check-ups, provide Ayurvedic treatments. Sustainable, natural & ethical farm with over 1000 plants – vegetables, Ayurvedic garden w/ herbs, plants and trees and an orchard. Clean drinking water facility for people and animals. Orphanage & Senior Citizens Centre.
Foundation Focus
- Sita Devi Yogamaya School
- Community Projects & Outreach; focus on health, hygiene, self awareness and building positive sustainable outcomes, develop social connections and adult education
Your contribution will be highly appreciated!
Get involved!
Support our causes and mission. Working for charitable causes can bring more meaning and purpose to your life.
