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ESTD. 1974 Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy Annual Report 2014-2015 The 40th Anniversary Ceremonial Lamp Recipient of The National Award for Best Institute for Disability Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India It was also wonderful to see students from Akshar, Modern High School for Girls, IICP and professional dancers from Anjika (her dance school) interact with one another. Together everybody created magic at the 3-day concert at Rabindra Sadan. Manipuri Danseuse and Dance Therapist I was asked to give these kids a message but I felt that I should take messages from them. Usha Uthup, Renowned Singer and Composer 40 Years of Glory The Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy celebrated 40th Foundation Day on 18.11.2014 at its Taratolla Campus. The programme included an exhibition Chief Guests at IICPs Salaam Kolkata a short film 40th Anniversary Celebrations Speak... Beyond Barriers and the release of a special issue of the newsletter It is this institute or institutes like this, the caregivers, Deepshikha. the special children... the special adults who work for self reliance... are the actual heroes. Times of India We all need to applaud them. Raman Dhawan, GoC Bengal Area My mother absolutely adored the organisation. Even when her children were home for holidays, she would still be going out to work in the morning, saying I cant miss my job, I have to go to work whether my children are here or not. Samiran Nundy, Gastro Specialist and son of Late Shanti Nundy, Special Educator, IICP The Telegraph CONTENTS Chairpersons Report 02 Governing Body 03 Executive Directors Report 06 IICP: International Impact and Orientation Visits 23 Treasurers Report 24 Auditors Report and Accounts 25 Training Table 30 Hope Cup 38 Volunteers, Project Sponsors, Advisors, 39 Mentors, Well Wishers and Contributors Members of Staff 42 Faculty 44 MISSION STATEMENT Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy seeks to bring about positive changes in the lives of all people with cerebral palsy through a range of policies and service provisions designed to enhance their individual skills and knowledge and give them opportunities to exercise their constitutional rights and fully participate and contribute to the community and country. VISION Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy (IICP) is a registered charitable society. It is an NGO working in the disability sector since 1974. IICPs vision is an inclusive society with equal opportunities and access for all marginalised groups including persons with disabilities. Annual Report 2014-15 01 Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy CHAIRPERSONS REPORT Uma Ahmad Once more we come to the end of a very eventful year... a very special milestone year for the Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy (IICP). On 18 November 2014, we launched our celebrations to commemorate 40 years of IICP's services. This made us think back in time, to the early years in the Jawan's Quarters in the Ballygunge Military Camp where we were given space to launch this NGO. Even though we are swamped with nostalgia, one cannot help the pride that wells within us, as we contemplate the amazing progress we have made. We have filled a crying need in our society and provided professional services for victims of Cerebral Palsy. We have brought respite and hope to so many despairing families... all due to the grit and determination of a family and a dedicated group of friends. The tireless efforts of our Advocacy Group have actually turned the mindset of a superstitious, prejudice-ridden and suspicious society. Slowly and surely, there is an air of acceptance and tolerance amongst people. Attitudes are veering towards a desire to help rather than to turn away. Schools are considering the idea of 'inclusion' and granting admission to children with manageable disabilities. New buildings are including ramps and special toilets to facilitate the use of wheelchairs. Though much is yet to be done... still it is an auspicious beginning. We now have a revised Disability Act in the pipeline, in which IICP has played a leading role. This is the single most successful achievement in our last 40 years. All those who have made this possible are to be heartily congratulated and saluted. Each member of this organisation has contributed whole heartedly towards building IICP into a premier institution. The dynamic leadership and the dedicated members of the staff are imbued with the spirit of concern and responsibility. IICPs contribution is now acknowledged world-wide. The following pages give ample evidence of their dedication in the past and their continued hard work in arranging the exciting events yet to come before we wind up our 40th year celebrations. May God continue to bless this labour of love with resounding success! PATRON HE Governor of West Bengal Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi GOVERNING BODY 2014-2015 Uma Ahmad, Chairperson - A renowned educationist, Mrs Ahmad has taught in Loreto House, Kolkata since 1965. She is a founder member of the Progressive Educational Techniques of Education better known as The Teachers Centre at Loreto House, founded in 1974. She has authored books on innovative teaching and is involved in the boards of schools and organisations working for disadvantaged social groups. She was invited by the Government of West Bengal to serve as Honourable Member on the West Bengal Human Rights Commission from 1995 to 2000. She has been the Chairperson of IICP since 1986. Sudha Kaul, Vice Chairperson - A pioneer in the education and rehabilitation of persons with disability, Dr Kaul received the Padma Shri from the Government of India in 2010 in recognition of her contribution to the disability sector. She was the Founder Principal, Centre for Special Education and later, the Executive Director of IICP until her retirement in 2010; she continues to be the Vice Chairperson of the organisation. She has a PhD in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) from Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) and has authored several publications on AAC. She was the first Asian woman to head ISAAC - International Society for AAC, Canada. Sudha Kaul was the Chair of the Committee formulated by the Government of India, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to draft a new law for disability and is a member of several committees related to disability at the Central and State levels. Virenda Nath Varma, Hon Jt Treasurer - A mechanical engineer by profession, Mr Varma was a student of Benaras Hindu University. He has held several important posts in industry, and worked in Balmer Lawrie and Company for twenty-five years. He was Managing Director of the company when he retired in 1995. He is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of 'E-Trans Solutions', a company engaged in cross country vehicle tracking systems. He has been Hon Jt Treasurer of IICP since 1977. Manab Kumar Ray Chaudhuri, Hon Jt Treasurer - A Chartered Accountant by profession, Mr Ray Chaudhuri has over forty years of professional experience. He has worked at a board level for twenty-five years in industry. Professional qualifications and memberships include MCom, FCA, ACIS (UK) and ACS. Mr Ray Chaudhuri has been associated with IICP for many years and guides financial planning and management. Ranu Banerjee, Hon Secretary - A special educator by profession, Mrs Banerjee graduated with English Honours from Calcutta University. She was awarded the Rotary International Scholarship that enabled her to complete a MS (Education) from the Division of Special Education, Purdue University, USA; she specialises in teaching children Annual Report 2014-15 with severe to profound disability, and management of challenging behaviours. She has been associated with IICP 03 since 1975 and has held several posts in IICP including Principal, Centre for Special Education and Executive Secretary. She is a member of the Guest Faculty and has authored educational kits and books. Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy MEMBERS Meenakshi Atal - With thirty years of experience in school administration, Meenakshi Atal, MA, MEd is the Vice Principal of The Heritage, Kolkatas first inclusive day boarding school. Mrs Atal has made significant contributions to mainstreaming children with disability. She has been associated with IICP for over two decades and is an integral part of the team developing appropriate teaching and learning material. Dipak Banerjee - A Chartered Accountant by profession, Mr Banerjee has worked for twenty-five years with Unilever. He retired as Chairman of Unilever in Uganda. He has been associated with IICP for many years and is closely involved in the financial management of the organisation. He works with the team advising and guiding them on financial aspects of project management. Pratiti Basu Sarkar - Ms Basu Sarkars association with IICP started as a volunteer in the Centre for Special Education, Kolkata from 1981 to 1984. She then received a Masters degree in Education (with emphasis on Psychology of Learning) from the University of Pennsylvania, USA. She currently manages a Visual Arts Centre. Her interests are in art as an educational medium, and advocacy of persons with disabilities and those living in abject poverty. Gautam Chakrabartti - A barrister by profession, Mr Chakrabartti was educated at Presidency College, Kolkata and graduated with Economics Honours. He went to the UK to study law and was called to the Bar in 1954. After a years practice in the UK, Mr Chakrabartti joined the Calcutta High Court. He is a senior advocate of the Calcutta High Court and the Supreme Court. Zarine Dadina - A medical practitioner with MBBS and DCH degrees, Dr Dadina is a renowned paediatrician of Kolkata. She was a founder member and Senior Paediatric Consultant in the Assembly of God Hospital. She is the Head of Paediatrics and founder member of the Society for Indian Children's Welfare. Dr Dadina has been associated with IICP since its inception.

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