About Us - Nayi Disha

Nayi Disha Resource Centre is a non-profit organization, that provides information, peer-support and hope to families affected by intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down Syndrome, Autism.

Problem

31 million* families of children with intellectual disabilities need information and support in India
1-5% have access any kind of intervention for their children
Overburdened health and education systems are unable to cater to their needs
Children miss out on essential services and are unable to attain their true potential and participate productively in the society.

Our Philosophy

Families can be change-agents and most effective contributors to a child’s development with appropriate supportFamilies need structured information and knowledgeFamilies need a supportive ecosystem of other families and practitioners

Our Solution

Nayi Disha Resource Centre has created this unique online resource platform to bridge the gap and provide holistic support to families in need. Our goal is to empower families across India with free and easy access to information and create thriving communities for peer support across the country for an inclusive society. Empowered and supported families will ensure their loved ones receive the best possible care and access to services they require and enable them to reach their true potential.

We are one of the fastest growing online community of like-minded people. With a mobile-first solution and information available in local language, we aim to become the digital destination for families.

Our Services

We provide following services through the platform.

Information Resources

Evidence-based & latest information

National Directory

Directory of vetted services (e.g. physiotherapist, schools, music teacher)

Online Communities

Online communities to share experiences based on location, condition or age-group. (currently on WhatsApp)

Chat Helpline

Counselling and information – support

Not Just Online

Workshops
Support group – meet-ups

Distribution of printed information

Vision

To empower and equip families of people with intellectual and development disabilities with information and knowledge to support their children in achieving their
true potential.

Mission

To provide verified and quality information in an easily accessible mannerTo build a supportive ecosystem of service providers, non-governmental organizations, and other familiesTo form a strong community of families

Our Core Values

We are committed to:
Families First → Openness → Privacy → Transparency

We value the trust you put in us and our approach is always families first what come mayAlways be respectful of your needs and your experiences as a family memberProvide scientifically accurate and easy to understand informationListen to you feedback and incorporate it so that our services remain relevant to your needs.We believe in open source informationWe value the power of one and create strong communities where you can share your triumphs, trials and experiences with other parents like you.Do our best to ensure your privacy is protected

Our Story

An idea without a name which was discussed between two friends during their routine evening walks has now evolved as the most credible go-to organisation for information.

2021

2018

2017

2016

2015

2014

Our Reach and Impact

Coming together of all stakeholders have evolved into a thriving ecosystem towards supporting families affected by intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are humbled by the participation and collaborations with physicians, therapists, educators, other NGOs and especially families in this effort. We salute the power of families and communities we serve

ParentsAre not only becoming change-agents for their children but also supporting other parents in need
ParentsAre partnering to create this model in their cities
DoctorsFrom leading neo-natal and pediatric care hospitals are referring families to us
Leading experts and reputed organisationsAre joining hands to conduct workshops & provide latest information to parents

Read Parent Testimonials

125k +

People Reached

6000

Visitors Monthly

60%

Repeat Visitors

14

Thriving Support
Communities

35

Parent Champions

Our Directories and Support Groups

Hindi Major Language

Hindi Primary Language

Dr Ajay Sharma

Neuro-developmental Paediatrician

Problem

Our Philosophy

Our Solution

Our Services

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Workshops Support group – meet-ups

Vision

Mission

Our Core Values

Our Story

2021

2018

2017

2016

2015

2014

Our Reach and Impact

<img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8614 size-full alignleft" src="https://nayi-disha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/people_reached@2x.png" alt="" width="70" height="67" /> 125k +

<img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8615 size-full alignleft" src="https://nayi-disha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/monthly_visitor@2x.png" alt="" width="59" height="59" />6000

<img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8616 size-full alignleft" src="https://nayi-disha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/repeat_visitor@2x.png" alt="" width="66" height="66" />60%

<img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8617 size-full alignleft" src="https://nayi-disha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/parent_champions@2x.png" alt="" width="59" height="51" />14

<img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-8617 size-full alignleft" src="https://nayi-disha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Parent_Champions@2x-1.png" alt="" width="59" height="51" />35

Our Directories and Support Groups

Hindi Major Language

Hindi Primary Language

Dr Ajay Sharma

Dr Ram Kairam

Dr Lokesh Lingappa

Jo Chopra

Hari Subramanian

Kashyap Mody

Prachi Deo (Founder)

Reema Gupta (Co-founder)

Sudarshana Kundu (Co-founder)

Vivek Subramanian

Ambika Srinivasan

Arpita Debanth

Babita Bante

Jagdish

Suhani Mukesh Tanna

Johan Dhinakaran

Oshin Dhawan

Poornima Adim

Honey J Kathuria

Brandon Picardo

Benaisha K Katrak

Amala James

Prachi Deo (Founder)

Nidhi Srivastava

Visalakshi M

Champions of Hyderabad-Team 1

Deepa DesaiThey say that I am strong but I am strong because I had to be !!

K S LavanyaCreative thinker and keen to unlock the potential of Neurodivergent people

Prashanthi Vankamamidi Super mom with Super power. One of the most active members and always ready for volunteering

RajalakshmiParents for parents

Champions of Hyderabad-Team 2

Jaya BalajiTake pride in my association with ND and strive to build the bond as we work towards many goals.

Jaya SudhakarFriendly, approachable, and empathetic

Triveni Goswami VernalAlways Curious and willing to expand my horizons!

Aparna Srinivasan Mom waging war on autism

Jiji Sunil Special mom for a Special child

Champions of Bangalore

Chitra PaulI am an inclusion advocate who espouses the belief, "Nothing for us, without us" and strives for incorporating the voices of autistic people in as many facets of life as possible.

Suja PisharodyAn Autism blogger and parent who loves books music and travel.

Feeji Bijoy Sow seeds of Love where ever you go...

Champions of Pune

Prachi PuranikSpecial Mom cum Autism Advocate, Person with Never give up attitude, Positivity, Courage.

Jyotsna Writer, cat lover, empowering young adults; views life through a lens of infinite possibilities

Champions of Nagpur

Saarthi_ssnSibling Support Network India is a community of siblings of children/adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD) and other disabilities..

Manjushree Sakhare Achhi ma banne ki koshish air hardam kuch naya sikhne ki tyari.

Priyanka GuptaHope meets courage

Champions of Delhi

Kreeti Mitra BhatiaA Shakespearean soul turned social entrepreneur, set out to ease the special need parental journey and add value.

Our Organizational Partners

Our experts

Volunteers (Friends of Nayi Disha)

Information Resources

National Directory

Online Communities

Chat Helpline

Workshops
Support group – meet-ups

125k +

6000

60%

14

35

Deepa Desai
They say that I am strong but I am strong because I had to be !!

K S Lavanya
Creative thinker and keen to unlock the potential of Neurodivergent people

Prashanthi Vankamamidi
Super mom with Super power. One of the most active members and always ready for volunteering

Rajalakshmi
Parents for parents

Jaya Balaji
Take pride in my association with ND and strive to build the bond as we work towards many goals.

Jaya Sudhakar
Friendly, approachable, and empathetic

Triveni Goswami Vernal
Always Curious and willing to expand my horizons!

Aparna Srinivasan
Mom waging war on autism

Jiji Sunil
Special mom for a Special child

Chitra Paul
I am an inclusion advocate who espouses the belief, "Nothing for us, without us" and strives for incorporating the voices of autistic people in as many facets of life as possible.

Suja Pisharody
An Autism blogger and parent who loves books music and travel.

Feeji Bijoy
Sow seeds of Love where ever you go...

Prachi Puranik
Special Mom cum Autism Advocate, Person with Never give up attitude, Positivity, Courage.

Jyotsna
Writer, cat lover, empowering young adults; views life through a lens of infinite possibilities

Saarthi_ssn
Sibling Support Network India is a community of siblings of children/adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD) and other disabilities..

Manjushree Sakhare
Achhi ma banne ki koshish air hardam kuch naya sikhne ki tyari.

Priyanka Gupta
Hope meets courage

Kreeti Mitra Bhatia
A Shakespearean soul turned social entrepreneur, set out to ease the special need parental journey and add value.