The Social problem :

A special needs child requires specific attention and care due to one or more disabilities that impact learning or daily activities. In India, there is limited awareness about their potential, and systemic gaps persist in education and inclusion. Despite the RPWD Act promoting equal participation, children with disabilities remain marginalised - unseen, unheard, and uncounted. Around 30% of all persons with disabilities in India are children of school-going age, many without access to formal or special education. Barriers include inaccessible infrastructure, lack of awareness, poor transportation, and poverty. With a strong link between poverty and disability, inclusive education is key to breaking the cycle. As India advances toward the Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring no one is left behind is more urgent than ever.

The Social solution:

Subhiksha Centre for Children with Special Needs is transforming the lives of children with intellectual and physical disabilities in the slums of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Founded in 2009, Subhiksha Voluntary Organisation provides specialised education, therapy, and care to children who are often hidden away due to stigma, poverty, and lack of resources. Many families cannot afford basic treatment, leading to isolation and developmental delays. Since 2017, our Day Care Centre has been offering NIOS-certified education, nurturing each child’s unique abilities with personalised support and care. Your contribution helps unlock the potential of these children, giving them access to learning, dignity, and a brighter future. Support Subhiksha and be part of a real, lasting impact—where disability is no longer a barrier to education and inclusion.