imported>GreenC bot: Rescued 1 archive link; reformat 1 link. Wayback Medic 2.5

2021-08-29T02:32:28Z

Rescued 1 archive link; reformat 1 link. Wayback Medic 2.5

New page

{{Use dmy dates|date=January 2019}}
{{Use Indian English|date=January 2019}}
{{advert|date=January 2017}}
{{Infobox organization

| name = Tamana
| logo =
| Non-profit_type = [[Non-governmental organization in India. ]]
| founded_date = 1984
| Founder = Shayama Chona
| location = [[New Delhi]], [[India]] 
| origins =
| key_people = [[Shayama Chona]]<br /> Tamana Chona
| area_served = [[India]]
| product =
| focus = [[Disability]]<br /> [[Special Education]]<br /> [[Research]]
| type = [[Special School]]
| revenue =
| endowment =
| num_volunteers =
| num_employees =
| num_members =
| subsid =
| owner =
| Non-profit_slogan =
| homepage = [http://www.tamana.ngo/ tamana.ngo]
| dissolved =
| footnotes =
}}

'''Tamana''' is a [[non-profit]] [[voluntary organization]] registered in early March 1984 in India,<ref name= merinews >{{cite web | title= Tamanna Winter Carnival 2010|url = http://www.merinews.com/article/tamana-school-of-hope-transforming-lives/15855890.shtml |publisher= Meri News |date=August 2011| accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref> comprising three special education centers, a training cell and a research center to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.<ref name=toi>{{cite web | title= Tamanna Winter Carnival 2010|url = http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-30/delhi/28254593_1_high-commissioner-chairperson-residence |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20140104213535/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-30/delhi/28254593_1_high-commissioner-chairperson-residence |url-status = dead |archive-date = 2014-01-04 |date=December 2010| work= [[The Times of India]]| accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref> The organization's work is recognized by [[Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment]], Govt. of India, [[Department of Social Welfare (India)|Department of Social Welfare]]; Govt. of NCT [[Delhi]], [[Rehabilitation Council of India]]<ref name= rehabcouncil >{{cite web | title= Training Institutes approved by RCI|url = http://rehabcouncil.nic.in/writereaddata/August%202013.pdf |publisher= [[Rehabilitation Council of India]] |date= August 2013| accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref> and is registered with the [[National Trust]]. Tamana also has a [[Special Consultative Status]] with the [[United Nations Economic and Social Council]]<ref name= UNECOSOC >{{cite web | title= Tamanna Winter Carnival 2010|url = http://esango.un.org/paperless/reports/E2010INF4.pdf |publisher= [[United Nations Economic and Social Council]] |date=September 2010| accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref> since 2005.

The organization Founder Dr. [[Shayama Chona]] was awarded the [[Padma Shri|Padmashree]], a [[Padmabhushan]] and two national awards for her contribution in the [[disability]] sector, in [[India]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Padma Awards Directory (1954–2009)|publisher=[[Ministry of Home Affairs (India)|Ministry of Home Affairs]]|url=http://www.mha.nic.in/pdfs/LST-PDAWD.pdf|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130510095705/http://www.mha.nic.in/pdfs/LST-PDAWD.pdf|archivedate=2013-05-10}}</ref><ref name= engineeringwatch >{{cite web | title= Shayama Chona Former DPS Principal |url = http://www.engineeringwatch.in/shayamachona |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20140109073043/http://www.engineeringwatch.in/shayamachona/ |url-status = usurped |archive-date = 9 January 2014 |publisher= www.engineeringwatch.in |date= January 2013| accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref>

==Aim and vision==

Tamana offers an individual educational program for every student, aimed at social and economic independence, which incorporates special education, a regular academic program through the [[National Institute of Open Schooling|NIOS]], therapeutic interventions and [[vocational training]]. Each Centre of Tamana offers speech, [[occupational therapy]] and [[physiotherapy]], [[life skills]] training, [[computer education]], [[music]] and [[dance]], [[weight management]] and [[physical fitness]], [[sports]] and [[extracurricular activities]], [[counseling]], [[behaviour modification]], [[diagnostics]] and assessment facilities, and family counseling.<ref>[http://tamana.org Official website]</ref>

Under the cherished dream of seeing each child become an independent adult, the aims of the organization include:
[http://tamana.org/Objective.aspx]

• Providing therapy and counseling to children and their families.

• Maintaining a motivated, dedicated and quality conscious team of professionals.

• Contributing to the training and development of manpower in the field of special education.

• Providing legal advocacy services.

• Introducing relevant technology to enhance the effectiveness of special education.

• Conducting research in key areas of special education and training.

• Creating and enhancing greater public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with
special needs.

• Networking with organizations worldwide.

== Special Schools ==

===Tamana Special School===

The first branch of Tamana, the Tamana Special School, was inaugurated by the late [[Lady Diana]], the [[Princess of Wales]], on 12 February 1992 and the foundation stone was laid by the then High Commissioner of Britain, Sir [[David Goodall (diplomat)|David Goodall]].<ref name= toi2 >{{cite web | title= Times of India - high commissioner chairperson residence |url = http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-30/delhi/28254593_1_high-commissioner-chairperson-residence|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20140104213535/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-30/delhi/28254593_1_high-commissioner-chairperson-residence|url-status = dead|archive-date = 2014-01-04|date= 2010-12-30| work= [[The Times of India]] | accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref> The Special School caters to the individual needs of 115 children coming from all strata of the society, ranging in age from 4 to 17. This school focuses on overall development of the child, depending on needs as well as potential. Functional academics are imparted with parallel intervention with allied therapies depending on the needs of the child. The regular school curriculum is a vital reference point for students who have potential to be included in a regular classroom or join the open school program.<ref name= tamana >{{cite web | title= Tamana- Official Website |url = http://tamana.org/SpecialSchool.aspx|publisher= Organization |date= | accessdate = 2014-01-09 }}</ref>

===Nai Disha Vocational Center===

With the realization that the young adults at Tamana have to be equipped with skills to adapt appropriately to the needs of adulthood and thereby function as an independent whole, physically and emotionally, Nai Disha was conceived. The program aims to create an infrastructure which ensures a smooth graduation from school to the outside world, for the young adult and the family. It also aims to ensure training and placements of young adults in various vocations and organizations.<ref name= it>{{cite web | title= Tamana Association launches Nai Disha - a unique 'group home-living' concept| url = http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/tamana-association-launches-nai-disha---a-unique-group-home-living-concept/1/265943.html | publisher= India Today | date= July 1998 |accessdate =2014-01-09}}</ref><ref>[http://tamana.org/VocationalCentre.aspx Tamana Official Website]</ref>

Major skills targeted include:<ref name="elanmag.in">[http://elanmag.in/tamana-winter-carnival-2013/]</ref>
* Textiles printing
* Office skill management
* Paper bag and envelope making
* Paper recycling
* Clay modeling
* Baking
* File making
* Candle making
* Basic home management skills of cooking and baking
* computer skills training
* Stationery production - making greeting cards, envelopes, writing pads, file folders
* Gardening
* Beauty culture
* Tailoring

===Tamana School of Hope===

Tamana was the first institution in India to recognize [[autism]] as a disability distinct from others and to start programs for autistic spectrum disorder in 1985. The Autism Center - School of Hope is India's first rehabilitation and research center for autistic individuals, providing holistic services under one roof – a special school, sensory integration clinic, early intervention center, diagnostic center, research cell and outreach cell.<ref>[http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/razing-barriers/article1719327.ece Raising Barriers - Hindu]</ref>
<ref>[http://www.merinews.com/article/tamana-school-of-hope-transforming-lives/15855890.shtml Tamana School of Hope transforming lives]</ref> His Excellency Dr. [[A.P.J. Abdul Kalam]], former [[president of India]], inaugurated the School of Hope, a full-fledged school dedicated to children with autism, on 19 August 2003.<ref>[http://tamana.org/AutismCenter.aspx Tamana School of Hope]</ref>

The highlights of the program offered are:
* A life centered approach to curriculum planning to meet the needs of child and family
* Approaches on which intervention for the autistic is based are [[TEACCH]] and [[Applied behavior analysis|ABA]] (with small groups of students)
* Sensory integration therapy
* Computers with latest software are regularly used for overall development of the students
* Music and dance therapy
* Yoga and sports
* The students are taught to make beds, arrange clothes in cupboards, personal grooming, washing clothes, cooking
* Vocational training for youth above 16 years of age, including jewelry design, greeting card making and gardening

==Teacher Training Cell==
Tamana has been recognized as a special study center by the [[Rehabilitation Council of India]]<ref>[http://rehabcouncil.nic.in/writereaddata/August%202013.pdf Rehabilitation Council of India Special Study Centers]</ref><ref>[http://www.rehabcouncil.nic.in/writereaddata/Sept_%202013.pdf Rehabilitation Council of India Special Study Centers]</ref> and [[IGNOU]]<ref>[http://www.ignou.ac.in/upload/BED_pros.pdf IGNOU Special Study Centers]</ref><ref>[http://tamana.org/TTCell.aspx]</ref> since 1994. The courses offered are:
* Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Special Education
* Post Graduate Professional certificate in Special Education
* B.Ed. in Special Education
* D. Ed. SE Diploma in Education Special Education (ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorders)

==Research==

Tamana, in collaboration with [[Deakin University]], [[Australia]], launched TOBY (Therapy Outcomes by You) Playpad Laboratory on 5 July 2013 at its Autism Center, School of Hope.<ref>[http://www.mycollegesabroad.com/article_detail/deakin-university-australia-tamana-association-india-launches-toby-playpad-297 Launch of TOBY Playpad]</ref><ref>[http://www.deakin.edu.au/research/stories/2013/11/12/toby-playpad-engaged TOBY Playpad Deakin Research]</ref><ref>[http://www.medindia.net/news/new-ipad-application-to-help-autistic-children-121567-1.htm New iPad application to help autistic children]</ref> TOBY is an [[iPad]]-based, therapist-and-parent application for early intervention therapy with children with autism.<ref>[http://tobyplaypad.com/about/ TOBY Playpad]</ref>

In association with [[Deakin University]], [[Australia]] for TOBY, Tamana won the Victorian International Education Award for Excellence in International Education – Research Engagement in 2013.<ref name= "Victorian Award">{{cite web | title= Tamana Association Won the Victorian Award with Deakin University | url = http://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/67540/6540-international-education-awards-booklet-5_LR.pdf | publisher= Victoria Official Government Gateway | date= November 2013 |accessdate =2014-03-31}}</ref>

== Fundraising ==
Tamana organizes annual fashion shows as part of its fundraising. Leading fashion designers of the country have participated in the show, including Manish Arora, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Ritu Kumar, Suneet Varma, Mira and Muzzaffar Ali, J.J. Vallaya, Satya Paul, Abhishek Gupta and Nandita Basu, Namrata Joshipura, [[Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna]].<ref>[http://www.telugism.com/video/tamanna-ramp-walk-traditional-fashion-show-westin-hotel-ntv tamanna ramp walk traditional fashion show westin hotel ntv]</ref><ref>[http://elanmag.in/tamana-winter-carnival-2013/ tamana winter carnival 2013]</ref><ref>[http://www.fdci.org/Member.aspx?mid=-349426258]</ref> Students from the [[Tamana Special School]]s walk the ramp hand in hand, shoulder to shoulder with the professional models.<ref>[http://www.indianexpress.com/news/designers-share-the-ramp-with-special-kids/861100/ Designers share the ramp with special kids]</ref>
<ref>[http://www.ntvtelugu.com/Tamanna_Ramp-Walk_Westin-Hotel.php Tamanna Ramp Walk Westin Hotel]</ref> The objective of the event is to create and ensure public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with special needs.<ref>[http://www.tamana.org/ForthComing.aspx]</ref><ref>[http://www.facenfacts.com/NewsDetails/16872/for-tamanna-fashion-a-part-fashion-apart.htm For tamanna fashion a part fashion apart]</ref><ref>[http://elanmag.in/tamana-winter-carnival-2013/ Tamana winter carnival 2013]</ref>

Tamana organizes its annual winter carnival for showcasing the products developed by the students with special needs and for providing a platform to market them.<ref>[http://www.buzzintown.com/delhi/events/tamana-winter-carnival-2013/id--859849.html tamana winter carnival 2013]</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20130527130326/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-12-27/delhi/36008429_1_chappals-british-high-commissioner-delhiites-love chappals british high commissioner]</ref> The aim of the event is to create awareness about the differently abled and to promote their social integration.<ref name="elanmag.in"/><ref>[http://elanmag.in/tamana-winter-carnival-2013/ tamana winter carnival-2013]</ref><ref>[http://photogallery.indiatimes.com/parties/delhi/ngo-tamanas-party/articleshow/17779465.cms]</ref>

==Honours, awards and recognition==

* Tamana was given the National Award for Best Institution for Child Welfare by Department of Women and Child Development, Government of India. The award was presented by Hon'ble Minister for Women and Child Development Mrs Krishna Tirath on 23 January in her office at Shastri Bhawan.
* The first Mother Teresa Award (Nov. 1997) was presented to Tamana Special School for its dedicated services to the mentally impaired.
* Dr. Shyama Chona, President of Tamana, received the National Award for the Welfare Of People With Disabilities for the year 1997. It was an appreciation of years of struggle in the field of disability at a personal and institutional level for her.
* NGO in Special Consultative Status with United Nations' Economic and Social Council, 2005.
* National Award for Best Institution for Child Welfare 2006 from the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India.
* Award for the Most Innovative Project Implementation in 2007 presented at the round table organised on Global Partnerships In Poverty Eradication and Health Care, organised as part of annual ministerial review innovation fair (Asia) - an initiative of NGO DESA - United Nations Economic and Social Council and Mumbai Educational Trust.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [http://www.tamana.org/ Official Website]
* [http://www.heartspring.org/ Heartspring, US]
* [http://www.nas.org.uk/ National Autistic Society, UK]
* [http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/tamana-association-launches-nai-disha---a-unique-group-home-living-concept/1/265943.html Nai Disha School]
* [http://www.mycollegesabroad.com/article_detail/deakin-university-australia-tamana-association-india-launches-toby-playpad-297/ Tamana Research]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20140104213535/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-30/delhi/28254593_1_high-commissioner-chairperson-residence Tamana and Princess Diana]

{{Autism resources}}
{{Pervasive developmental disorders}}

[[Category:Autism-related organisations in India]]
[[Category:Organizations established in 1984]]
[[Category:Disability organisations based in India]]
[[Category:Organisations based in Delhi]]
[[Category:Schools in Delhi]]
[[Category:Special schools in India]]

Tamana (NGO) - Revision history

imported>GreenC bot: Rescued 1 archive link; reformat 1 link. Wayback Medic 2.5