Ummeed, a premier non-profit organization for children with disabilities in India, was founded in 2001 by Dr. Vibha Krishnamurthy, a developmental pediatrician. Ummeed’s vision is to help children with developmental disabilities reach their full potential and be included in society. As an organization with about 100 committed professionals, Ummeed’s transdisciplinary approach works to:

• Support children with disabilities through direct clinical services and help their families in their journey towards acceptance and empowerment
• Build a network of trained professionals and community workers who can prevent, diagnose, and manage developmental disabilities effectively
• Change societal attitudes so that children with disabilities can be meaningful and productive members