Enshrined in the values of Satya (truthfulness), Ahimsa (Non Violence), Seva (Service) and Tyaga (Sacrifice), Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM) is engaged in building a new civil society in India through its grassroots to policy-level action in Health, Education and Community Development sectors. SVYM is rendering its service to the rural, tribal and marginalized community in Karnataka from the past 3 decades.
Vivekananda Institute of Indian Studies (VIIS) an initiative of Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement is a global initiative to build thought leaders in the social space through exposure to the Indian context and value perspectives.
Through our years of research and analysis, we create bespoke offerings of educational courses, field trips and hands on learning that take students through an scintillating journey of Indian Immersion.
Dr R.Balasubramaniam (Balu) is a development activist, social innovator, writer and a leadership trainer. He is a medical doctor by training, with specialization in Public administration from Harvard University. Inspired by the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he founded the Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement at the age of 19 and went on to work with the displaced and dispossessed forest-based tribes in H.D.Kote Taluk of Mysore District, Karnataka and this has grown to be one of India’s finest NGOs.
Paul R. Greenough is a distinguished faculty at the Department of History at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Iowa. He had been the Director of the Cross Borders Program of International Studies and also the co-director of the National Resource Center in International Studies.
Violin Maestro Dr. Mysore Manjunath is one of the top ranking violinists in India today. He is on the faculty at the University of Mysore and guiding scholars and students for PhD program at the department of music. Dr. Manjunath, true cultural ambassador of India and continue to preserve and spread the rich cultural heritage of Indian Classical music, in all its glory.
M.A. Jayashree is an accomplished teacher of spoken Sanskrit, propagating learning of spoken Sanskrit through simple means. Dr Jayashree has a large following of overseas students in this field. She served as a Professor and Head of the Department of Sanskrit at D.Banumaiah’s college in Mysore, Karnataka.
Prof. Sreenath, Ph.D., MNO (nonprofit MBA), is a tenured full professor at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland OH. His research is in developing mathematical and computational models for Global Issues, and, Mammalian Systems Biology. He served as the Director of UNESCO GENIe Center, and was on the World Water Commission. He is the Director of Case Systems Biology Center and the Director of Graduate Online Program in Systems & Controls. He has a deep passion and commitment to serve in the nonprofit arena.
Donna Ramil is the Associate Director of International Programs and Student Services at the ILR School, Cornell University and Key advisor for students seeking international opportunities. Donna works towards generating more study abroad, internships, service learning and independent research opportunities for the students.
Dr. Rekha Shanmukha has more than 10 years of experience as a dentist. Before her engagement with VIIS in 2012 she was associated with VMH, Sargur from 2008. Her other interests are Health training and facilitating, Clinical Management and Administration.
Mr. Sudarshan S, Faculty Member, V-LEAD/VIIS , Mysuru, has an experience of over 30 years, serving in the Government/Corporate /NGO Sectors with expertise in English Language Teaching, Soft skills and HR Training besides being an alumnus of “Dishaâ€, a worldwide leadership initiative of Common Purpose, U.K.
I'm currently working as a Coordinator at VIIS/VLEAD - SVYM Mysuru. I have completed my BSc in Food Science and Nutrition from Mysore University. I’m Persuading an MSc distance education in Food and Nutrition Science at KSOU. I like communicating with people and like learning concepts in different fields.
Hear what they say
India is very interesting, and I am more interested in many social issues that the country currently faces. I have gained a larger understanding of healthcare in the country than before, and appreciate my time here learning about what I can offer and what India can offer me.
Annika Ajay - Global Service-Learning Program 2022, Cornell University.
I am leaving with a brand new and culturally enriched perspective on India.
Mohona Ganguly - Global Service-Learning Program 2022, Cornell University.
I feel like India gets such a bad rap about everything bad that happens, but the world doesn't see all the amazing things that do happen and the good work that so many people are doing. I feel like India is an amazing place with a rich history of culture and strife, and SVYM is really doing so much to augment the experience for everyone both foreign and native.
Eric Gan - Global Service-Learning Program 2022, Cornell University.
I have loved my time in India, the time was too short and I would love to come back again. The diverse culture and beautiful scenery gave me a great experience in the global setting. India is very rich in culture and history, and SVYM's work here is truly phenomenal and inspiring to see and be a part of.
Abby Gorra - Global Service-Learning Program 2022, Cornell University.
This program has taught me a lot. I've learned about the tribal people and their lifestyles, I've learned what rural healthcare in India looks like, I've learned how to work with different types of people, and I've learned how to carry out a project.
Sanjana Murthy – Internship Program 2022, University of Pittsburgh.
Thank you so much for everything. You made us feel SVYM like a second home! I am so blessed and grateful to have had this opportunity with you all and I’m so so so sad to leave. Thank you!!! India is such a beautiful place filled with amazing people. The culture is so rich and I can’t wait to tell people back home about how amazing it is. I cannot wait to come back! I’m going to miss India very very much.
Helen Heyer Walsh - University of Minnesota
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