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A new chapter in the oldest dhobighat of Chennai

With care, exposure, and belonging, children in Chetpet are daring to dream bold and new

100%

Pass rate in public exams and school graduation

84%

Students identify our centres as their only safe space

65%

Of our team is from Chetpet’s dhobigat community

2.5L+

People reached with critical aid and relief supplies

With every dream arrives a new normal

In homes once defined by struggle, our children are creating powerful firsts for their families and community

Karthik

While the previous generation struggled with stigma around the dhobighat, Karthik broke the pattern by becoming the first police officer in his family. He now mentors young boys to take pride in their community

Nivetha

While many in our community still haven't completed school, Nivetha raised the bar by becoming the first teacher in her family. She now mentors girls from her neighbourhood, helping them believe they can lead too

Many more firsts in the making

Our upcoming graduates are already setting new benchmarks

Rahul

Once written off by his school, Rahul turned setbacks into strength. He cleared his Grade 12 public exams as a school rank holder and now studies in college on a full scholarship — proof that belief can change everything

Deepa

Once from a family that believed sports weren’t for girls, Deepa now holds three gold medals in jiujitsu. She’s rewriting that belief and inspiring every girl in Chetpet, and beyond, to chase her strength

Beyond the Children

Stories of resilience and change beyond our classrooms

Chandra Akka

Through her support group at Yein Udaan, Chandra Akka found the courage to leave an abusive marriage to protect her child. Her daughter now thrives in school, while she rebuilds her life with confidence, purpose, and financial independence

Venilla Akka

A mother of two, once a homemaker with quiet dreams, Venilla Akka found her voice at Yein Udaan. Today, she leads as Senior Social Worker to support families in need - becoming the change she once hoped for

Other quiet firsts are taking shape beyond our centres.

Mothers gaining financial control

Families reconnecting over shared conversations

Fathers leaving behind addiction

We're Just Getting Started

With three learning centres and a growing team of young leaders, Chetpet is being reimagined from within. Once stigmatised for crime and alcohol, our area is now becoming a center of hope, ambition and resilience