Since 1991, Swayamkrushi (Reg. No. 3608/1991) has been a pioneer in rehabilitating and integrating adults with intellectual disabilities — spearheading India's Group Homes concept and the movement for inclusion across Telangana and beyond.
We exist to ensure that persons with intellectual disabilities are never defined by their limitations — but by their potential, dignity, and right to a fulfilling life.
To house and train Persons with Intellectual Disability before facilitating their employment and independent living within the community.
To build a society in which the less fortunate persons live with dignity, pride and as productive members of the society.
Placing individuals in Group Homes with 8 trainees each, managed by a resident staff member — combining residential support, therapy, vocational training, and community integration.
Every decision, programme, and interaction is guided by deep compassion and genuine care for the individuals we serve.
We nurture the whole person — intellectual, emotional, social, and vocational — because growth is multidimensional.
Every individual is treated with the highest dignity, their personhood acknowledged and celebrated at every step.
We work to build bridges between our community and broader society, fostering genuine inclusion at every level.
We maintain transparency with our stakeholders, families, and donors — publishing annual reports and regular updates.
Continuously improving our methods, programmes, and facilities to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Mrs. Manjulaa Kalyaan established Swayamkrushi (Reg. No. 3608/1991) in Secunderabad — the only institution of its kind in the country at the time — pioneering the Group Homes concept for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Dedicated physiotherapy and speech therapy units established. Swayamkrushi organised a WHO-collaborated workshop on "Early Identification and Rehabilitation of Persons with Cerebral Palsy" at Hotel Viceroy, Hyderabad.
Swayamkrushi students participated in the NCC Annual Training Camp — the first such integration in India. Trainees also walked the ramp at a Rotaract Club Fashion Show alongside regular models, drawing national media appreciation.
Recognising its contribution to mainstreaming persons with Intellectual Disability, Swayamkrushi was designated as the Local Level Committee (LLC) for the National Trust, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
The Government of India conferred the National Award for the Welfare of People with Disabilities on Swayamkrushi — personally presented by President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on 3rd December 2002.
Swayamkrushi trainees represented India in the World Cup Football (Japan, 2002), Special Olympics Greece — winning silver and bronze in Handball (2011), and Special Olympics Australia — winning bronze in Bocce (2013).
Swayamkrushi led Badthe Kadam for four consecutive years, covering every district of Andhra Pradesh. SNAC–Andhra Pradesh won the Gold Medal for Best Badthe Kadam Campaign in 2011.
Mrs. Manjulaa Kalyaan received the National Award for Best Individual Professional 2018 from Vice President Shri Venkaiah Naidu at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on 3rd December 2018.
Swayamkrushi now houses 230 trainees across five Group Homes, with 85 persons living independently and 80 fully rehabilitated into the community — and growing to meet increasing demand.
Whether you volunteer, donate, or refer a family — every act of support writes the next chapter.