Our Programs

Education & Child Development

Formal schooling and special education for children who would otherwise have no access, including two schools founded by READ.

• Formal Education
• Special School (Anbagam)
• Early Intervention Centre
• Child Sponsorship
• Child Protection

Women & Family Empowerment

Since 2000, READ has organised over 1,000 women’s self-help groups for savings, credit and livelihoods.

• Self-Help Groups & Micro-credit
• Livelihood Programs
• Family Counselling Centre
• Gender Equality

Health & Well-being

Community health and HIV/AIDS programs running since 2006, alongside mental health and nutrition support.

• Mental Health (ECRC)
• HIV/AIDS Awareness
• Mini Health Centre & First Aid
• Community Health
• Nutrition Support

Livelihoods & Skills

Vocational training for youth and people with disabilities, running since 1994, plus sustainable agriculture support.

• Computer Training
• Tailoring & Embroidery
• Handmade Cards & Book-binding
• Screen Printing
• Entrepreneurship
• Agriculture Development

Elder Care

Life support for senior citizens in our communities.

• Senior Citizen Support Program
• Home Care
• Medical Support
• Nutrition Support