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ABOUT US

Over 40 years of transforming lives through education across South Asia

1981

Founded

Countries

1.2M+

Lives

Inception Story

Aide et Action (AEA) was founded in 1981 in Paris, France, with a simple but powerful mission: to provide quality education to children who need it most.

In 1988, we registered in India under Section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956. Today, we operate across India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka with 6 offices and Chennai as our headquarters.

What started as a dream to help a few children has grown into a movement reaching over 1.2 million lives.

1.2M+

Lives Transformed

4

Countries

Our Journey

1981

Founded in Paris, France

1988

Registered in India

2000

Expanded to 4 South Asian countries

2023

Transformed 1.2 million lives

Vision

Changing the World Through Education

Mission

To ensure access to quality education for the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, especially children, so they can take charge of their own development and contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable world.

Our Principles

Solidarity

Standing with communities and supporters for education for all.

Transparency & Accountability

Being open and responsible with our actions, finances, and impact.

Our Values

Compassion

Every child deserves love, care, and opportunity

Inclusion

No child left behind, regardless of background

Sustainability

Creating lasting change in communities

Excellence

Committed to quality in everything we do

Our Board Members

Mr. Sharad Chandra Behar

Board Member

A passionate patron of education and Gandhian philosophy, Mr. Behar has held significant positions in the Indian Administrative Service and academia.

Dr. Rukmini Rao

Board Member

A noted social, rural development, and women's rights activist, Dr. Rao is the founder of Gramya Resource Centre for Women.

Mr. Sanjeev Kotnala

Board Member

A leading brand and marketing expert with extensive experience in the media and advertising industry.

Our Senior Executive Team

P.B. Sajeev

CEO & Director of Programme Development & Support

Over 20 years of experience in program and project development and management.

David Williams

Director of Finance and Administration

Over 20 years of experience in financial management.

Umi Daniel

Director of Migration & Education

Specializing in the rights and entitlements of unorganized migrant labor, with over 20 years of experience.

Meera Shankar

International Coordinator for Sponsorship

Providing technical and managerial support to South Asia and other AEA regional offices.

Pravin Bhope

Regional Manager for Bhopal & Lead on ECCE

Over 25 years of experience in the corporate and development sectors.

Balwant Kumar Singh

Regional Manager for Patna

26 years of experience in participatory processes, program development, and project management.

Suresh Gutta

Regional Manager for Hyderabad & Chennai & Lead on Inclusive Education

20 years of experience in the social development sector.

Pranab J Panging

Regional Manager for Guwahati

20 years of experience in the development sector, including work with state, national, international NGOs, and UN agencies.

Chandra Kiran Katta

Manager of Communications

Responsible for developing communication strategies for the South Asia region.