ChennaiSmiles is a Swedish non-profit, founded in 2005, with a misson to promote opportunities for learning and education among children living in slum areas in Chennai, India. Over the years the organisation has evolved, and since 2014 we have been partnering with a local charity called BSAC (Brother Siga Animation Centre) who share our vision, values and passion. Find out why we exist and what we do here, or visit our story for a more detailed history.
Who we are
Chennai Smiles
ChennaiSmiles is a non-profit based in Hindås, Sweden. Founded in 2005, it was inspired by a community of children living in a slum area in Chennai, India. Our ambition is, through collaborative means, to contribute to educational opportunities for children living in poverty and slum areas in Chennai. Over the years, changes in circumstances and opportunities have altered our focus of activities and our main purpose currently is fund-raising to support our partner organisation, BSAC, located in north Chennai. Our work is completely voluntary and all contributions go 100% to the project.
Our partner organisation
BSAC
BSAC (Brother Siga Animation Centre) is our partnering local organisation since 2014. The key services they offer include Education programs, Vocational training, Child protection and development, Women empowerment initiatives and Community development programmes.
BSAC’s vision
We envision a future where every individual, regardless of their background, has equal access to education, livelihood opportunities, and social justice. We believe in the power of communities to drive change, and our goal is to help these communities thrive through holistic development initiatives.
BSAC’s mission
We aim to uplift and empower slum and rural poor communities, with a special emphasis on children and youth in Vyasarpadi. Our mission is to create transformative change by providing access to education, vocational skills, and community resources that enable people to rise above poverty and lead dignified, independent lives.
Governance
The Committee
| Alice Wallther | Chair Person |
| Kerstin Eriksson | Secretary |
| Clare Wallther | Treasurer |
| Berit Dellenfalk | Member |
| Staffan Kuuse | Member |
| Gunnel Thompson | Member |
| Teruko Wahlström | Member |
| Johanna Wallther | Deputy Member |
| Svante Thorsell | Auditor |
| Harry Wallther | Deputy Auditor |
Want to find out more?
If you’re interested in finding out more about our work, you are very welcome to join one of our AGMs or partake in one of our regular video calls with BSAC where they give us an update of their latest news.
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