Partners
The idea is that we are an ecosystem and not an ego system.
We believe that change happens when a lot of people come together towards a common goal and are not working at it independently and have the necessary tools to work towards those common goals for the planet and society in an interdependent way. That is the idea
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The foundation is committed to creating a nonjudgmental, inclusive space that nurtures creativity and encourages cultural exchange. Driven by a sense of social responsibility, Thudippu actively works to platform talented artists from marginalized communities and underrepresented art forms—those often left unsupported by mainstream art institutions.
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For Aparna, loving an artform to the point of constant, perpetual self-exploration is a way of life.
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Works with children and communities in Fort Kochi & Mattancherry to build confidence, emotional well-being, and life skills. They create safe spaces through sessions and programs where young people can learn, express, and grow.
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Mary brought years of tailoring experience to aikyam but little confidence in herself as a teacher. Today she trains community members in stitching and bag-making, turning waste cloth saved from landfills into tote bags and pouches.
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Make A Difference (MAD) is a youth-driven non-profit working to ensure positive outcomes for children in need of care and protection. Through a community of 2,000+ volunteers across 20 Indian cities, MAD provides mentorship, academic support, and transition readiness to help over 7,500 children break the cycle of poverty.
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aikyam space aspires to bring people together regularly — to increase the number of interactions local communities and households have with each other, and to improve the quality of those interactions.
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aikyam fellows work on important and urgent needs of the planet and underserved communities, across education, environmental conservation, poverty alleviation, public health, and art and culture.
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Leads the Fugdo troupe in Mattancherry, keeping a Kudumbi dance tradition and its Konkani lyrics alive.
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Writes Chavittu Nadakam scripts with Cochin Chavittu Nadaka Kalari. His 1988 Julius Caesar was one of the first to move the form beyond Biblical themes.
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Mind Empowered is a non-profit dedicated to youth empowerment and mental health awareness in India, co-founded by Maya Menon in Kochi. It runs free webinars, workshops and support groups for Gen-Z, reaching more than 6,000 people through its activities.
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Jasentha chechi, a combination of unbeatable cooking skills, grit, and experience – and yes, a bundle of laughter.
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RUH is a group foster care initiative by the Rise Up Forum in Kerala. It provides a nurturing, family-like environment for orphaned and vulnerable children, moving them from institutional care to homes that accommodate up to eight children with a dedicated caregiver.
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Works with young people aged 12-25 living in poverty, equipping them with life skills and employability skills to move from a childhood full of challenges to a life with meaningful, sustainable livelihoods.
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One of Kerala's largest independent volunteering movements, working with young people across all 14 districts to build 21st-century skills through volunteering and community-driven social initiatives.
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Shabana supports community building, outreach, and livelihood programs at aikyam. Her work centres on connecting people and enabling sustainable opportunities.