Projects Abroad Staff in India

Jagadish joined Projects Abroad in March 2010. He has a wide range of previous work experience and qualifications including gaining a Masters in business in the UK and working with a diversified cultural group for a London council. As well as spending a number of years in the UK Jagadish has also spent time living and working in France. He enjoys music and is a keen player of the violin.

Sangamithra has been working Projects Abroad since April 2009. After working with Greenpeace for a year, she joined our team as a Programme Manager. She is on hand to assist volunteers before and throughout their stay in India. Sangamithra’s hobbies include taking care of her cat Puja and reading. One of her claims of fame is being awarded a distinction from the late President K. R. Narayan.

Anantha oversees the programmes for the care volunteers in India. Anantha previously worked as a District Coordinator for the Child Labour Elimination Project with the NGO Hand-in-Hand. While in this role he had some remarkable achievements including the rescue and re-homing of more than 60 children who were working illegally and he helped to start two special residential schools for them. He hope to continue his achievements while working with the Projects Abroad care volunteers.

Raisa is our Programme Manager for the Conservation Project. She originally studied electronics and communication engineering but due to a keen interest in organic farming she switched over to study organic farming and complete some courses in agriculture from the Tamil Nadu Agriculture University. Raisa’s interests include being in the company of friends and family, playing throw-ball, trying new spicy cooking recipes and trekking.

Nirmala has been working with Projects Abroad since May 2009 after being a nurse and midwife for 4 years in Vellore. As the Programme Manager for Medicine, she will be the main contact for medical volunteers before and during their stay in India. Her hobbies include shopping, travelling, cooking, and playing video games.

Dass has been working with Projects Abroad for almost two years. As the Teaching Coordinator, he offers support for volunteers throughout their stay. Previously he was a chemistry teacher in Manipur in Northeastern India. He enjoys spending time with his family and his new daughter Jobitha.

Vasanth joined Projects Abroad in May 2010 as our Medical Programme Coordinator. He has been always referred to by his nick name – Doodle. Previously, he worked for organisations like SITA (South Indian Term Abroad) and Shant Manas Organisation. He enjoys working for Projects Abroad and is happy working with so many volunteers from around the world.

Austin has been working for Projects Abroad since August 2003. Since finishing his English Literature course he has worked as our Journalism Project Co-ordinator and during 2005 as our Tsunami Project Co-ordinator. He is now enjoying his new role assisting with our medical projects. In his spare time, Austin enjoys reading books and playing football. He is currently working on his post-grad in English Literature.

Nadia joined Projects Abroad after finishing her degree in Engineering at the Avinashilingum University in Coimbatore. Her role as Social manager includes compiling the monthly newsletter, planning weekend trips, organising dirty weekends, and planning social events. In her spare time, Nadia enjoys photography and gardening.

Pandi started working for Projects Abroad in July 2001 and is now the co-ordinator for our Care projects. He previously spent time managing the Conservation project and maintains a high level of interest in this area, supporting projects like tree planting and other environmental initiatives. His other interests include playing cricket and running.

Jaya joined Projects Abroad India in April 2010. JP as he’s known completed his Masters in Social Work and specialised in Community Development. He likes that India is well-known for its hospitality and enjoys the caring aspect of his work.

Victor has been working for Projects Abroad since August 2002. He finished his English Literature course in 2000. As the Asst. Social Manager, Victor leads weekend trips all over Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Victor enjoys learning new skills.

After leaving his post as a journalist in Chennai, Ezhil joined Projects Abroad in April 2009. As the sub-editor or the Times of Madurai, Ezhil guide volunteers throughout their placement by taking them to interviews and helping out with editorial content. One of Ezhil’s claim to fame was interviewing Aishwarya Rai.

Joel joined Projects Abroad over a year ago. As the Programme Coordinator, Joel will be on hand to assist journalism volunteers throughout their placement including facilitating workshops, arranging interviews, and planning student outreach. His hobbies include and reading, playing cricket, and travelling.

Swati joined Projects Abroad in November 2009 as the Office Manager. Born and raised in Dindigul, Swati completed her MBA in HR Systems in 2008. As the Office Manager, Swati manages the office and is the first person you’ll see when you walk into our office. Her hobbies include pencil art and reading books.

Dinesh joined Projects Abroad India in April 2010 as an accountant. He completed his graduation in commerce and takes care of the accounts for the large India office. His interests include listening to music, playing cricket and going for a long ride on his bike.