Mission of Mercy India
Helping Children Learn, Grow, and Belong
WELCOME
Together, we can help create hope, opportunity, and brighter futures for children across India.
Mission of Mercy India is committed to serving children, families, and communities in need through compassionate, community-based programs that foster dignity, create opportunities, and contribute to lasting positive change.
Join us in creating hope, opportunity, and brighter futures for children and communities across India.
Mission of Mercy India
Helping Children Learn, Grow, and Belong
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, feel safe, discover their abilities and build a hopeful future.
Mission of Mercy India works alongside local communities and programme partners to support children facing poverty, exclusion and limited access to opportunity. Through education, health support, child protection, life-skills development and community-based programmes, we help children grow with confidence, dignity and hope.
Our Reach
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2,168 children directly supported.
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19 Child Development Centres across four regions.
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Partnerships with 17 additional centres.
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Programmes supporting education, health, protection and personal development.
What We Do
Our centres provide children with safe and encouraging spaces where they can receive educational support, participate in activities, develop practical skills and build positive relationships with caring adults and their peers.
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About
Who We Are
Mission of Mercy India is a charitable organisation committed to supporting children and communities through locally rooted, child-focused programmes.
We believe meaningful and lasting change begins by recognising the dignity, strengths, and potential of every child.
Our work is carried out in partnership with local leaders and organisations who understand their communities, value local knowledge, and share a long-term commitment to the wellbeing and development of children.
Our Vision
A future in which every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, belong and reach their full potential.
Our Mission
To work alongside communities and programme partners to support children’s access to education, care, protection, life skills, and opportunities
for holistic development.
Our Approach
We do not define children by the challenges they face. We recognise their strengths, abilities, and potential.
Our role is to help strengthen the environments around children so they can continue their education, grow in confidence, feel safe and supported,
and participate more fully in the life of their communities.
Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees brings together diverse experience in leadership, education, community development
and organisational governance.
Together, they provide oversight, guidance
and stewardship to help ensure that Mission of Mercy India
remains focused on its purpose and serves children
and communities with integrity and responsibility.
Managing Trustee
Mojis Parmar
Mojis John Parmar brings nearly four decades of experience in organisational leadership, programme development, and service within the social and development sector.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from J & J College of Science, Gujarat University, and a Master’s degree in Leadership and Management through the Briercrest Seminary India Extension Programme.
From 1986 to 2016, he served with Operation Mobilization India in several senior leadership roles, including State Director for Gujarat and later North India Director. His work involved overseeing programmes, strengthening teams, developing partnerships, and supporting initiatives across diverse communities in northern India.
Following his years of full-time organisational leadership, he has continued to contribute his experience by advising and volunteering with various organisations and community initiatives.
As the Managing Trustee of Mission of Mercy India, he brings extensive leadership experience, institutional knowledge, and a longstanding commitment to strengthening organisations and programmes that serve communities across India.
Trustee Member
Dr. Victor Paul
Rev. Dr. Victor Paul brings several decades of experience in organisational leadership, community outreach, education, child development, and social service.
He holds qualifications in theology and ministry, including B.Th., B.Div., M.Th., and D.D., and has served in a range of leadership roles through Gospel Revival Outreach Ministries and Petra Education Trust.
As Founder President of Gospel Revival Outreach Ministries and Senior Pastor of GROM Worship Centre, he has been actively involved in organisational development, community engagement, leadership training, and initiatives aimed at strengthening individuals and families.
His commitment to children and education has also been reflected through his role as Chairman of the school and his involvement in the care and development of children through the organisation’s children’s home. Over the years, his areas of service have included education, child welfare, community outreach, training and empowerment, and leadership development.
As a Trustee of Mission of Mercy India, Rev. Dr. Victor Paul brings extensive experience in leadership and community service, together with a longstanding commitment to supporting the wellbeing, education, and development of children and families.
Trustee Member
Dr. Janak Nandini Hartnett
Dr. Janak Nandini Hartnett is a dedicated medical professional whose life and work have been marked by decades of service to women, children, and communities in Kolkata.
A gynaecologist by profession, Dr. Hartnett served at the Assembly of God Church Hospital in Kolkata from 1977 to 2008. Over the course of more than 31 years, she cared for generations of women and families and helped deliver countless babies, becoming a trusted and familiar presence to many who came through the hospital.
Her commitment to service continued well beyond her years at the hospital. She was associated with GEMS Akademia International School in Thakurpukur, Kolkata, contributing her experience and time within the educational community.
Dr. Hartnett has also remained actively involved in community service through Jan Seva SICW, where she has served as a Board Member. In addition, she has continued to offer her time and support to the Jan Seva Community Centre in Kalikapur, reflecting her longstanding commitment to serving people beyond the walls of the hospital.
Through her many years of medical, educational, and community service, Dr. Hartnett has demonstrated a deep commitment to the wellbeing and dignity of individuals and families. As a Trustee of Mission of Mercy India, she brings with her decades of experience, compassion, and a strong legacy of service.
Key Areas of Support
Education
We support children’s participation in education through learning materials, tutoring, reading activities, academic support, and assistance with school-related needs.
Health and Wellbeing
Programmes may include health and hygiene awareness, nutrition support, medical referrals, and activities that encourage healthy habits and overall wellbeing.
Child Protection
We work to promote safe and supportive environments where children are respected, heard, and protected. Staff and programme partners receive guidance on child safeguarding, appropriate conduct, and responding responsibly to concerns.
Life Skills, Talents and Leadership
Children are encouraged to take part in activities such as sports, art, music, cultural programmes, and other creative opportunities that help build confidence, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, leadership, and positive relationships while allowing them to explore and develop their individual talents.
India’s diversity means that the needs, opportunities, and circumstances of children can vary significantly across regions and communities.
Our programmes are therefore developed and carried out in partnership with local organisations and leaders who understand the language, culture, strengths, and challenges of the communities they serve.
Mission of Mercy India currently supports child-focused programmes across four broad regions of the country:
North India
Programmes serve children and communities in Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and surrounding areas.
East India
Our eastern programmes include communities in West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, and neighbouring areas.
West India
We support programme initiatives serving children and communities in Maharashtra and surrounding areas.
South India
Our southern partnerships include programmes in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and neighbouring areas.
Where We Work
Locally Rooted, Regionally Connected
Each location has its own story.
Our programmes are adapted to local priorities rather than applying one identical model everywhere.
Our Programme Network
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19 Child Development Centres.
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2,168 children directly supported.
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17 additional partner centres receiving training, programme guidance and capacity-building support.
What Happens in a Centre?
Each centre responds to its local context, but a typical programme may include:
• After-school learning support
• Reading and educational activities
• Life-skills and leadership sessions
• Sports, games, music and creative activities
• Health and hygiene awareness
• Child protection education
• Parent and caregiver engagement
• Celebrations, camps and community events
• Individual encouragement and follow-up
A centre is not simply a place where activities are conducted. It is a community where children can feel known, supported and encouraged.
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For many children, the centre becomes more than a place for learning. It is a space where they can build friendships, connect with trusted adults, receive encouragement, and participate with confidence—recognised for their strengths and potential rather than defined by the challenges they face.
Gallery
Life, Learning and Community
Across our centres, children learn, play, create, celebrate and grow together. These photographs offer a glimpse into everyday programme life and the many opportunities children have to participate, develop their abilities and build positive relationships.
Learning & Education – regular classes, tutoring, reading, educational activities
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Sports & Recreation – games and outdoor activities
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Health & Wellbeing – hygiene sessions, nutrition, health activities
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Celebrations & Community
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