LOKASHANKARAM FOUNDATION

“Creating Dignity. Building Abilities. Empowering Lives.”

Our Approach

Comprehensive Care, Tailored Support

Specialized Adult Care

Tailored residential care for individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and speech difficulties, fostering dignity and independence.

Dignified Senior Living

Assisted living and wellness management for aging parents and senior citizens, ensuring continuous compassionate care within a multigenerational home.

Engaged Daily Life

Structured daily engagement including occupational therapy, vocational crafts, and sensory movement, promoting active participation and personal growth.

1. SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) Supported by the Program

Our programstrongly aligns with multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing to inclusive growth and empowerment of persons with disabilities:

SDG 1: No Poverty

  • Enables persons with disabilities (PwDs) to earn a livelihood through vocational training

  • Reduces financial dependency on families

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

  • Provides physical fitness programs and therapy based on individual needs

  • Improves mental, emotional, and physical well-being

SDG 4: Quality Education

  • Offers inclusive, skill-based and non-formal education tailored to individual capabilities

  • Promotes lifelong learning through vocational and digital training

SDG 5: Gender Equality

  • Ensures equal participation of women and girls with disabilities

  • Promotes safe and inclusive training spaces

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

  • Builds employable skills and supports self-employment opportunities

  • Encourages micro-enterprises and production-based income generation

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

  • Focuses on inclusion of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities

  • Reduces social stigma and promotes equal opportunities

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

  • Promotes inclusion and accessibility within the community

  • Encourages participation of PwDs in social and economic life

2. Contribution to National Priorities & Government Initiatives

Our project aligns with key Government of India initiatives and priorities:

Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan)

  • Promotes accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities

  • Creates a supportive and barrier-free environment

Skill India Mission

  • Provides vocational and employability skill training

  • Enhances workforce participation of PwDs

National Trust Act 1999

  • Supports welfare and empowerment of persons with autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and multiple disabilities

  • Aligns with care, protection, and independent living goals

Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS)

  • Focuses on rehabilitation, skill development, and inclusive services for PwDs

Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan

  • Encourages self-reliance through skill-building and income generation activities

  • Promotes entrepreneurship among persons with disabilities

Swachh Bharat Mission

  • Encourages hygiene, cleanliness, and safe living environments within the center