Together, We Create a More Inclusive Tomorrow.

Who We Are

Diya Foundation is a vocational training center that prepares young adults with intellectual challenges to enter India’s workforce. At Diya, we commemorate the joys of first paychecks and the satisfaction of self-reliance. Yet, behind these celebratory moments lies a hard truth—over 20 million individuals with disabilities encounter formidable barriers to employment, with fewer than one in three securing meaningful work. For a quarter of a century, Diya Foundation has pursued change through a comprehensive training program aimed at teaching life and trade skills to individuals with disabilities.

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Students trained in 25 years
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Students employed in 25 years
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Active programs

Our Vision & Mission

Vision

To witness individuals with disabilities and their families living with dignity and pride in the present while navigating the future with love, respect, and confidence.

Mission

Enhance the quality of life and instill dignity in differently-abled adults, we provide training in life skills and vocational skills, build support systems, and raise awareness in the community.

Empower with every Donation!

Your donations support a plethora of programs and services for adults with intellectual challenges. Thank you for continuing to support our cause. Your donations impact the lives of not only adults with intellectual challenges, but their families as well.

“It has been a true pleasure to witness Diya making a difference in the lives of the students as well as their families. They have played a crucial part in building a supportive and inclusive community.”
Marguerita Lobo, former Managing Trustee
“Since joining Diya, my daughter has been able to express herself much more easily. Through all the opportunities provided by Diya and SCC, my daughter’s self-confidence continues to soar!”
Col. Michael Angelo, Board Member

what we do

We equip our students with the skills and knowledge they need live independently and thrive in their careers.

Pre-Vocational Training

Provides foundational skills to youth between the ages of 15-17.

  • Daily living skills
  • Personal social skills

Vocational training program

A cornerstone of Diya’s mission, this program teaches skills and trades that help trainees find internships and full-time employment.

  • Domain and employability training
  • Short term programs

Internships and employment opportunities

Over the past 25 years, we have successfully placed over 70 trainees.

  • Supported employment program
  • Sheltered employment program
  • Self-employment program
  • Competitive employment program
  • Meraki, an assisted living program

Get Involved!

We offer a variety of volunteering opportunities for individuals, student internships, corporate employee engagement. Your support is vital to our Mission of creating support structures for our adults with intellectual challenges at home, at work and in the Community.