Empowering community as

Change Agents

 

 

40% of children in India live in difficult situations

 

 

It takes a community to uplift a child

 

 

We empower the most vulnerable children and their families

 

 

OUR REACH

50000
CHILDREN
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STATES
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VILLAGES
65232
FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES

 

 

Our Story

Children of India Foundation (CIF) is a registered Non-Profit Organization based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was founded in the year 2002 and engages in activities related to child protection, health, livelihood and education.

 

 

 

 

Mission Every Girl in School

Be a champion of change!

 

 

 

 

OUR PROJECTS

IMAGE

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The Initiatives for Married Adolescent Girls’ Empowerment (IMAGE) works on the socio-economic development of early married girls, organising them into a movement for change.

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Children GOOD

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Children empowerment for Getting Out of the Devadasi System (GOOD) focuses on addressing the social and sexual exploitation faced by young girls in lower caste Devadasi communities. 

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The Mica Project

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The Mica project addresses child labour in the Mica mines of Jharkhand through child participation, provision of quality education services and economic empowerment of parents.

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CCCEP

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We focus on enrolling children in formal and informal education, promoting community health practices, empowering them as agents of change.

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SUFASEC Project

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The programme aims for children in all of their diversity to live free of sexual exploitation. The programme uses a multi-sector, multi-actor and systemic approach, recognising the complexity of SEC.

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Miss Collect Project

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We aim to eliminate the worst forms of child labor by creating opportunities for children to pursue formal education while ensuring financial stability for their families. 

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ANNUAL REPORT 2025-2026

 

 

 

 

What People Say

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    “I started chewing gutka and pan without thinking twice. Being part of the Child Rights Club helped me reflect on my choices. With consistent support from CIF, I stopped, returned to school regularly, and now feel confident and hopeful about my future.”

     

    Ayaan
    Student, Class 7
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    “Children of India Foundation (CIF) has transformed our school environment by providing safe drinking water, sanitation, blackboards, and kitchen gardening. I also benefited from their mental health training to better understand and support children facing challenges.”

     

    Siddalingayya
    Headmaster
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    “I am relieved that I was saved from the Devadasi system and grateful that I can continue my studies. With the support of CIF’s GOOD project and my fellow Kishoris, I stood up for my rights. Now I dream of becoming a teacher to educate and empower other children.”

     

    Chandrika
    Youth Advocate & Student
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    “It is rewarding to provide health check-up services to children and the community in Kengeri Taluk. We appreciate Children of India Foundation (CIF) and Wipro Cares for enabling this initiative and look forward to continuing our support.”

     

    Dr. Aruna
    Healthcare Partner
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    “Being part of the Child Rights Club has taught me responsibility and the importance of creating a safe and clean school environment. I encourage my friends to take initiative and make a positive difference in our community.”

     

    Khaja
    Child Rights Club Member
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    “CIF has supported our Primary Health Center with waste segregation systems and improved facilities, helping people access services easily. These efforts have strengthened our health services and community outreach.”

    Dr. Reshma
    PHC Doctor

 

 

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CONTACT US
hello@childrenofindia.in
VISIT US
REGISTERED OFFICE No.3/17 Kurunthasala Nagar 1st street, K. Vadamadurai Post, Coimbatore – 641017, Tamil Nadu, India +91- 86670 62018
COORDINATION OFFICE
First Floor, No.63, 2nd main road, KSFC Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 084 +91- 94824 50000