"There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children"
- Nelson Mandela, Former President Of South Africa
"Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded"
- Jess Lair, Author
"Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them"
- Lady Bird Johnson, Former First Lady of the United States
"Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded"
- Jess Lair, Author
Registered Charitable Trust
1992
Our Vision
A just society in which every child enjoys childhood assured of his/her rights with dignity and happiness
Our Mission
Build a social movement that will uproot all form of exploitation and oppression of children and promote and protect the basic human rights of children enabling them to enjoy a dignified childhood Effect policy changes and ensure social justice through research, documentation, campaign and networking.
Programme
Child
Development
Child Participation
Community Empowerment
Policy Advocacy
Program Updates
🎓 Celebrating a New Journey – Stepping into the Future
Arunodhaya successfully organised a Felicitation Ceremony on 26th September 2026 for the 12 students who completed their school education and stepping into higher education and new opportunities. The event celebrated their achievements, perseverance and dreams for the future. ✨ A chapter ends, but a new journey begins. Wishing all 113 students success, courage and a bright future! 🌟
‘Run against drugs’ was organised by Arunodhaya Pudhumai Ilaingar Iyakkam facilitated by Arunodhaya. The 4 km run was held on 30 August 2026 starting from Palaigaithotti Kuppam and ending at Tollgate. 200 youth participated and took the oath not to use drugs, prevent use of drugs in schools and colleges and spread awareness against drug abuse.
Women producers council- Penn Shakthi facilitated by Arunodhaya had the opportunity to put up stall at the Exhibition held on 13th and 14th August 2026 at the premises of Tamilnadu Urban Habitat Development Board. The exhibition was inaugurated by the Chairperson TNUHDB.
Children Nagara Sabai meetings organised by Confederation of Arunodhaya Children Sangams. Ward Councillars, MLA, Police officials and area leaders participated and interacted with children.
Arunodhaya Computer Course students from Korukkupet had a wonderful learning experience during an exposure visit to Cognizant CKC Campus, Chennai, on 28 July 2026.
A total of 25 students and 3 staff members participated in this visit, where students gained valuable insights into the corporate work environment and career readiness. The Cognizant Outreach Team conducted interactive sessions on future career opportunities, LinkedIn profile building, resume preparation, interview skills, mock interviews, and group discussions.
Arunodhaya youth parliament induction ceremony was held on 27th June 2026. The elected leaders had the privilege of taking the oath in the presence of Mr Nandakumar IRS Income Tax Commissioner.
Gabriela Mistral
"WE ARE GUILTY OF MANY ERRORS AND MANY FAULTS, BUT OUR WORST CRIME IS ABANDONING THE CHILDREN. MANY OF THE THINGS WE NEED CAN WAIT. THE CHILD CANNOT. TO HIM WE CANNOT ANSWER “TOMORROW”.
HIS NAME IS TODAY”
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