Meet the Team

 Krupa Paulson

Krupa Paulson

Director of People and Programs

Krupa a.k.a. the bawse is a fun loving leader with a goal to see everyone reach their full potential. This world traveller’s passion for disability is contagious. We like to say she is the humble engine of proVISION ASIA. Her attitude and diligence to her work is truly inspiring, thus keeping the proVISION ASIA family happy.

Selvanayagam T

Selvanayagam T

Director of Operations

Selvan, a.k.a Ringleader of Operations, is a standard-setting leader and a man of unquestionable integrity. Selvan is a health enthusiast and a wealth of knowledge. His ability to make everyone feel valued, and his respect for others makes him a great asset on the proVISION ASIA team.

Muniswamy S

Muniswamy S

People Care Manager

Muniswamy, also known as Muni, is always busy as our Ability Connection Manager; chatting with clients and spreading joy to all he comes in to contact with! Muni’s trademark is his huge smile that is always on display. It is the kind of smile that will brighten the darkest of your days!

Jeremy Michael

Jeremy Michael

Project Manager

Jeremy leads projects at our office and is such an asset to the team here at proVISION ASIA! He loves the Boston Celtics, and rumor has it he will be joining some of our musically-gifted team members in a special performance at the next staff retreat (we are so excited!) With a generous spirit & a servant's heart, Jeremy is a joy to have in the office!

Usha Kumar

Usha Kumar

Headmistress of Mithra Special School

Mrs. Usha is our resident expert in special needs education. With over 30 years of experience, she's a true legend in our field.

But don't let her expertise fool you-- she has a knack for making us laugh. She's also an incredible mentor, always willing to share her knowledge and expertise with other teachers, volunteers and parents. Mrs. Usha seems to win the hearts of everyone at our centre.

Shikha Srivastava

Shikha Srivastava

Teacher Trainer at Mithra Special School

Meet Shikha, the superstar teacher trainer and certified dance therapist at our special school! When she's not busy sharing her wisdom with our teachers, you'll find her busting a move on the dance floor. Shikha is a born performer with a passion for creative expression, and her energy is infectious.

In addition to her love of dance, Shikha is also an avid dog lover. She can often be found snuggling up to her furry friends or volunteering at the local animal shelter. Her compassion and kindness extend not just to our students, but to all creatures great and small.

Erica Emima

Erica Emima

Social Media Manager

Erica, our artisitc ninja! She is passionate about arts and crafts and is always coming up with innovative ideas for our fundraisers. Her exceptional creativity is exceeded only by her true heart for children with disabilities. She is a joy to be around & is always quick with a word of encouragement. When she’s not working on social media, she can be found helping out at Mithra Special School. Erica is a true gem, and we feel fortunate to have her on our team.

Blessy Grace

Blessy Grace

Outreach Coordinator

Blessy is our chirpy butterfly who is always quick with a word of encouragement. She helps. with monitoring and smooth functioning of our in-house and outreach events. She loves binge- watching series; and sometimes even skips to the end of the show from episode 1. Blessy is a true champion on our team-- and we love her!

Anitha Rani

Anitha Rani

Teacher

Anitha is our beloved teacher and social butterfly at Mithra School! When she's not busy teaching our students, Anitha loves to head up the office celebrations and spread joy to all.

And she's not afraid to get her hands dirty in the kitchen either - Anitha loves to chill with the aunties and whip up some delicious conversations for everyone to enjoy. Anitha is our energiser bunny and we love having her around!

Priscilla Prakash

Priscilla Prakash

Physiotherapy Coordinator

Leading the therapy department with love, Priscilla loves all things fitness and playing her guitar and children. Priscilla's love for art is matched only by her passion for helping people.

She's been working as a physiotherapist for close to a decade, and she's never lost her infectious enthusiasm for her work. Whether she's leading a stretching session or showing a volunteer how to creatively make make ankle weights, Priscilla brings energy and positivity to everything she does.

Revathi Ramachandra

Revathi Ramachandra

Physiotherapist

Revathi is the Physiotherapist for the lovely children at Mithra School. The kids love her as she treats every single one of them with kindness. Her love for creativity extends beyond her job as a therapist, as she enjoys spending her free time creating unique pieces of art. Revathi is always looking for ways to learn and grow, both personally and professionally.
Come to the office and see her in action as you can always count on her for an interesting conversation!

Meda Lakshmi

Meda Lakshmi

People Care Executive

Meda is the go-to-person for data and other resources. Her generosity of spirit & compassion (and love of chocolate!) makes her one of the sweetest people in the office. We truly admire her heart that ensure everyone who walk through our doors feels welcomed and loved.

Abdul Wajid

Abdul Wajid

Mobility Technician

Wajid, our creative wheelchair technician has been on our team for over 15 years! When he is not attending to a patient, you'd find him conducting harmless pranks on fellow team members. He's always full of life and a great conversationalist! Wajid has hearing impairment and on any given day, you'd find our staff conversing with him in ASL.

Ganesh

Ganesh

Mobility Technician and Driver at Mithra School

Ganesh is the man behind the wheel of our Mithra School bus and the wizard who creates assistive devices for our students! He's a jack-of-all-trades who can fix just about anything and always has a smile on his face.

When he's not tinkering specialised equipment in the workshop, Ganesh is out on the road, driving our students to and from school with care and expertise. He's always up for a friendly chat or a quick joke, and he makes our students feel safe and happy every day.

Kavitha

Kavitha

People Care Assistant

Kavitha ensures that our beneficiaries are well-cared for and loved; whether it's serving meals, assisting with personal care, or helping with mobility.

But Kavitha's talents don't stop there. She's also a pro at keeping our front office running smoothly, greeting visitors with warmth and hospitality. And when it comes to cleaning and organizing, there's no mess she can't tackle!

Selvi J

Selvi J

Housekeeping

Selvi is our cleaning and coffee queen at proVISION ASIA! She's the heart and soul of our office, always keeping things tidy and making sure everyone is well-caffeinated.

But Selvi's talents don't stop there. She's also a prayer warrior, starting each day with a heart full of gratitude and a dedication to serving others. And when it comes to punctuality, Selvi is a true role model – she's always the first one in the office, ready to start the day with a smile.

Venugopal

Venugopal

Transport Assistant

Introducing Venugopal, our very own jack of all trades. He's a man with many talents, from assisting with bus duty to helping our beneficiaries navigate government bureaucracy.

But Venugopal's skills don't stop there – he's also a master of imitation! He's known for his spot-on impressions of our staff members, and his antics never fail to bring a smile to our faces. What we love the most about him is that he is a wise and unassuming presence at our centre, always ready to lend an ear and offer words of encouragement. When Venugopal has something to say, everyone listens.

Krishnaveni

Krishnaveni

Cook

Krishnaveni works in our fantastic hospitality department and is completely accommodating. She is creative and is multi-talented. Our students at Mithra Special School love her cooking.

But Krishnaveni's talents don't stop in the kitchen. She's a multi-talented force to be reckoned with! When she's not cooking up a storm, you might find her singing a beautiful melody, or counselling one of staff members. Her warm personality makes her a true gem in our fantastic hospitality department.

Pushpanjalan

Pushpanjalan

Teacher

Our amazing teacher and Bollywood dancer at Mithra School! She's the queen of the dance floor and the proud owner of a new blue scooter.

Pushpanjalan's infectious energy and love for treats make her an instant hit with our staff and students. And let's not forget her obsession with our Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar - she's his biggest fan!

But what we seriously love most about Pushpanjalan is her unwavering joy and generosity. She's always spreading sunshine wherever she goes, and we're blessed to have her on our team.

Selvi K

Selvi K

Teacher's Assistant

Selvi is the ultimate caregiver, always there to make sure our kids are happy, healthy, and well-fed.

From taking our kids to the bathroom to serving up nutritious meals, Selvi does it all with a smile and a heart full of love. But that's not all – Selvi is also a lifelong learner, always eager to expand her horizons. She is excited to be enrolled in our computer training class and is looking forward to owning a computer in the future.

James Gerald

James Gerald

Mithra School Driver and Home visit Facilitator

Say hello to James, the ultimate multi-tasker at Mithra School! He's our office boy, home visit facilitator, and driver all rolled into one, and he's always ready to lend a helping hand.

But that's not all – James is also a master of impromptu dance! He's been known to bust a move in the middle of the office or break out into a jig while waiting at a red light. His infectious energy and love of dance never fail to put a smile on everyone's face.

So the next time you see him, feel free to join in the impromptu dance party – trust us, it's always a good time with James around!

Rebecca Joseph

Rebecca Joseph

empowHER Trainer

Becky, our poised and talented young adults livelihood trainer at Mithra School! When she's not busy helping our young adults develop their skills and pursue their dreams, Rebecca loves to rhyme and sing to her heart's content.

And that's not all - Rebecca is also a valuable asset to our team as she helps to translate meetings from Tamil to English, making sure everyone is on the same page. Her humility and generous spirit makes her an asset to the team. We truly admire her heart that ensure everyone who talks to her feels welcomed and loved.

Stella

Stella

Teacher's Assistant

Stella has a heart of gold with a smile that light's up a room. She is constantly looking for ways to help the children at the school. The children look forward to meeting her every morning and greet her with the warmest hugs! Stella's also a bit of a neat freak and keeps our classroom spick and span. It's almost like magic how she keeps everything tidy and organized. When she's not helping out in the school, Stella attends English conversational classes so she can speak to the children in English.

Rupa

Rupa

Teacher's Assistant

Let us tell you about Rupa, our amazing teachers' assistant who helps our little ones with their daily activities. She's one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet, always greeting everyone with a bright smile and a cheerful "hello!" Rupa loves learning English and is always practicing her language skills with the children. We're so lucky to have Rupa on our team, and we hope she never loses her enthusiasm for learning and spreading joy!