Our Team

Kalpana’s journey of service began during her college days when she engaged with children at a special needs school in Chennai through various art forms. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and an MBA, she received a profound impetus upon her son’s autism diagnosis.

Driven by this, she tirelessly pursued numerous workshops and seminars, delving deep into autism. With her accrued expertise, Kalpana established an organization in Chennai dedicated to offering comprehensive therapies, special education, and diverse activities for underprivileged children—all under one roof.

Seeking further insights into autism and aspiring to adopt a research-oriented approach, she joined an organization in Tiruvannamalai. There, she orchestrated nature-based therapeutic interventions for children with special needs.

Empowered by her experiences and committed to social causes, Kalpana resolved to create a center focused on the empowerment and independence of young adults on the autism spectrum and with other disabilities.

Recently, she attained a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, specializing in autism, and has commenced her endeavors within this organization. Kalpana’s remarkable journey has been singularly inspired by her 19-year-old autistic son, propelling her to make substantial contributions to the welfare of individuals with disabilities.

Saravanan holds a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts (BFA) from Government Arts College in Chennai. His passion for art led him to establish "Opener," a company specializing in teaching advertisement creation, photography, and animation, while also undertaking advertisement and art projects. Later, he founded "Travellers Pond" out of his love for travel. Additionally, he has spent the past decade actively engaging in artistic activities with special needs children. Now, as Secretary at the Ekameva Foundation, he brings his diverse experiences and commitment to social causes to the forefront, working towards positive change.

Sathyanarayan's journey starting as an animator trainee at Pentafour Software in Chennai. He advanced through roles at Paprikaas Animation Studios and Image Venture, contributing to numerous projects. Sathya's personal journey with his autistic nephew inspired his involvement with Ekameva Foundation as Treasurer, supporting children like his nephew. This reflects his commitment to making a difference beyond his professional endeavors.

Jothi holds a Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology and has dedicated over 30 years to supporting individuals with communication challenges. She has led the Department at Ramachandra University and worked extensively with children and adults at Bala Vihar and the Spastics Society of India, Taramani.

Expertise:

• Cerebral Palsy

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders

• Milestone Delays

• Cleft Palate

• Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Hearing Impairments

Jothi’s compassionate approach and commitment have positively impacted countless lives in the disability sector, helping individuals improve their communication and confidence.

Dr. Latha Subramanian, founder and lead therapist at Om Sai Therapy Center, Chennai, holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and a Certificate of Clinical Excellence (CCE) from the USA. She provides personalized therapy tailored to each child’s unique needs, combining thorough assessments with strong parent collaboration to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Areas of Expertise:

• Milestone & Neurodevelopmental Delays

• Sensory Integration

• Cognitive & Behavior Therapy

• Auditory Intervention

Specialized Populations:

• Children with Autism

• Learning Difficulties

• ADHD & ADD

• Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD/NOS)

Dr. Latha’s compassionate and individualized approach empowers children to reach their full potential while supporting families throughout their journey.

Roxy A.R holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, a Master’s in Cardio Respiratory Physiotherapy, and a Master of Science in Psychology. With over a decade of teaching experience, she currently serves as Assistant Professor at U.C.A. College of Paramedical Sciences, Chennai.

Her combined expertise in physiotherapy and psychology enables her to deliver holistic care to children with special needs.

As an advisory member of our NGO, Roxy’s valuable insights will strengthen our programs and support for special needs children.