Programmes & Activities
12 specialised programmes empowering visually impaired and disabled persons across Saurashtra, Gujarat.
Various Programmes & Activities Run by AKTrust
The Andhjan Kalyan Trust runs specialised training programmes for disabled clients and professionals working in the field of disability.
Divyangjan Education & Training Center
The organization supports students and job seekers through competitive examination preparation for all types of exams, including GPSC and UPSC coaching. It also prepares and distributes accessible exam literature free of cost, along with digital literacy and computer training. In addition, it offers Braille script training classes, vocational training for private sector employment, and assistance with online job applications and form filling. Scholarships and equipment support such as laptops, Braille displays, mobiles, and other useful resources are also provided, subject to available donations.
Computer Education Center for the Visually Impaired
AKTrust has been running a Computer Education Centre for the Visually Impaired at Dhoraji. The centre trains students in Windows, Word Processing, Internet, E-mail, Spread-Sheets, and more. With Text-to-Speech technology, blind students become independent in all reading and writing needs.
Braille and talking book library for the visually impaired
In a country like India, not even half % books are converted into accessible formats for persons with blindness. AKT has been running Braille and Talking Books Library to cater to the demands of persons with blindness or low vision in Gujarat state in Gujarati, Hindi and English languages. Once a book is produced as TALKING/E-PUB/BRF BOOK, its uploaded in SUGAMYA PUSATKALAYA (online library of govt of india) and can be accessible for any Visually impaired from anywhere in the world. We have more than 500 visually impaired members in our library.
Computer Training & Examination Centre (CCC/CCC+)
Recognised by the Govt. of Gujarat (Resolution dt. 29/03/2010) for the Saurashtra Region to train and examine blind & disabled government officers/employees in CCC & CCC+.
Physiotherapy Centre
Runs under the Day Care Centre, Dhoraji. Treats Cerebral Palsy children and paralysis-affected patients using short-wave diathermy, electric muscle stimulators, ultra-sound, lumbar traction, and more.
Deaf-Blind Training & Education Project
23 deaf-blind persons identified. Services include speech therapy, sensory training, Braille, orientation & mobility, and daily living skills — both at the centre and home-based. Supported by Sense International (India).
Placement & Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational and educational counseling helps disabled clients gain employment. Persons are referred to government and non-government agencies for vocational training and employment, and are encouraged toward self-employment.
Sports & Cultural Activities
The organisation regularly organises sports meets, musical programs, and cultural events. Disabled children are trained in various events and given opportunities to compete. Diverse sports and game equipment is available at the premises.
Counseling
Disabled children and families receive counseling to minimise disability and choose the right educational career. Annual parent-counseling programs are held. Teachers and headmasters of mainstream schools are also counseled to better support disabled students.
Support Services — Aids & Appliances
Braille textbooks, tape recorders, artificial limbs, wheelchairs, crutches, CP chairs, tri-cycles, and learning aids are provided to blind and disabled persons — without discrimination of caste, creed, or sex.
Advocacy & Social Activism
AKTrust takes up grievances of disabled people at all levels, presenting petitions to the Chief Commissioner for Disabilities. It works to build a discrimination-free environment through Judicial Activism and awareness campaigns across Saurashtra.