About Ummeed:
Ummeed (www.ummeed.org), a premier non-profit organization for children with disabilities in India, was founded in 2001 by Dr. Vibha Krishnamurthy, a developmental pediatrician. Ummeed’s vision is to help children with developmental disabilities reach their full potential and be included in society. As an organization with about 120 committed professionals, Ummeed’s transdisciplinary approach works to:
• Support children with disabilities through direct clinical services and help their families in their journey towards acceptance and empowerment
• Build a network of trained professionals and community workers who can prevent, identify, and support children with developmental disabilities effectively
• Change societal attitudes so that children and families are included and have a voice
WHY UMMEED?
Ummeed is unique in the social sector, not just because of the influence it has been able to create, but also because of its work culture and ethos, which includes:
• A challenging but flexible work environment that offers opportunities for growth and creating impact at scale
• A leadership that invests in its people, giving them the freedom to explore, innovate, and learn, while responsibly delivering on committed outcomes
• A strong culture of respecting diversity, being inclusive, and committed to serving children with disabilities and their families
• An opportunity to work in collaboration with a diverse group of highly passionate, motivated, and talented individuals
If you wish to volunteer with us, you can send us your CV and your interest areas, for our reference.
We shall reach out to you in case shortlisted for a suitable volunteering opportunity.
What We Do
The UC Washington Center (UCDC) is an innovative educational, living, and community space that brings California’s diversity and priorities to the nation’s capital, creating transformative experiences, and promoting public service through its premier experiential learning and public engagement programs.
