Beyond Differences - India, Kolkata
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A TTGD Affiliated EcoSociety
About Us
TTGD EcoSocieties – India Kolkata (Beyond Differences) is an enrichment centre designed to empower neurodivergent young adults through creative expression, life skills, and community connection. The project is led by Karishma Thapa and supported by the Lali Guras Foundation.
Located in Kolkata, Beyond Differences provides a structured, inclusive space where participants engage in vocational training, arts, mindfulness, and practical employment pathways. The program also supports caregiver wellness and corporate partnerships that foster inclusion.
Our Mission
To empower neurodivergent young adults through skill-building, expression, and inclusion, preparing them for confident, independent living.
Our Vision
A society where neurodivergent individuals are seen, valued, and supported through creative, inclusive communities and dignified opportunities.
Core Objectives
- Life & Vocational Skills: Deliver programs in financial literacy, digital tools, grooming, branding, and entrepreneurship.
- Expressive Arts & Mindfulness: Facilitate theatre, music, painting, yoga, and emotional wellness practices.
- Social Integration: Host inclusive leisure spaces, open mics, art shows, and group activities to promote confidence and belonging.
- Learn & Earn: Offer internships, micro-businesses, and CSR-aligned employment pathways for financial independence.
Our Impact
- Transformational Change: Participants like Anushka, once withdrawn, are now performing, earning, and thriving through inclusion.
- Corporate Engagement: Partnerships provide mentorship, internships, and funding for long-term sustainability.
- Community Events: Inclusive fashion shows, theatre, exhibitions, and awareness campaigns reduce stigma and celebrate diversity.
- Sustainable Model: The five-year roadmap includes replication, branding, digital expansion, and curriculum sharing.
How You Can Engage with Us
- As a Mentor: Volunteer your expertise in teaching, therapy, or mentoring neurodivergent youth.
- As a Funder: Support core operations, training programs, or sponsor events and infrastructure.
- As a Corporate Partner: Offer CSR funding, employee engagement, or inclusive job opportunities.
- As a Community Ally: Join hands to co-create inclusive spaces where every individual thrives.
PHC Service for NGOs
A New Standard for Humanitarian Funding
Our organisation is one of a growing number of PHC Service Approved Social Enterprises. This means we align with the PHC Service humanitarian principle, ensuring that donor funds go directly to the causes they are meant to support, without diversion to administrative costs.
Unlike traditional funding models where NGO operators rely on a percentage of donations for their livelihood, PHC Service introduces a fairer, more transparent approach. Our team members are rewarded for their dedication through the PHC Service Share-out system, which compensates them based on the time and effort they invest in managing and delivering impactful projects.
This model ensures that every donation is fully utilized for its intended purpose, while those who drive meaningful change receive ethical and sustainable recognition for their contributions.
Through The Golden Door
TTGD Affilliation Secured
This project is recognised as an Eco Society under the TTGD initiative. It aligns with the TTGD vision of building regenerative, human-centred ecosystems. The project may receive tailored support in one or more of the following core areas: Early Child Development, Adult Mental Health, Sustainable Agriculture, and Healthy Eco Homes. More about TTGD.
Karishma Thapa | +91 77605 70574 | [P374 email]