Institution Incharge

Rev. Fr Sunny Mundackal
Rev. Fr Sunny Mundackal

Manager

Rev. Fr Saneesh Panthaplakkal
Rev. Fr Saneesh Panthaplakkal

Principal

Jeevodaya Mission Station, Arakere

Jeevodaya Mission Centre, established in 2002, serves the poor and marginalised in Arakere and its surrounding villages.

MissionaryActivities

Jeevodaya School

The mission centre houses a vibrant school nurturing more than 900 students, making it a beacon of education.


House Visits

We dedicate our time to visiting the homes of students and the sick.


Self-Help Groups (SHGs)

Over 150 Self-Help Groups (SHGs), comprising 3,006 members, are part of the rural development programme of the St Thomas Mission Society. These groups meet monthly to discuss relevant issues and support mutual growth.


Empowerment and Development Programmes at Arakere

St Thomas Mission Society has mobilised resources to implement several successful projects in 30 villages around Arakere. These initiatives have yielded remarkable impacts, with beneficiaries sharing inspiring testimonies of their progress and achievements.

Activities Implemented

Free Evening Tuition Centres

24 centres were conducted, benefiting approximately 780 students.


Self-Help Groups of Women

Village animators organised 176 SHGs involving 3,006 women from 30 villages, meeting monthly to discuss pressing issues.


Computer Training

Two 6-month computer training programmes were conducted in Kalenahalli village over the last two years, benefiting 30 young girls.


Tailoring and Embroidery Training

Eight villages hosted 3-month tailoring and embroidery training courses, training 120 women.


Beauty Therapy Training

Around 105 women were trained in beauty therapy. Many of them are now self-employed in their villages or employed elsewhere.


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