Social Watch Tamilnadu

Social Watch Tamilnadu Social Watch-Tamilnadu (SW-TN) is a State-level Public Policy Research-cum-Advocacy Centre in the South Indian State of Tamilnadu. (www.swtn.org)

Social Equity is the central concern of SW-TN. And the centre undertakes various research and advocacy initiatives, by interfacing with policy makers, social researchers and Human Rights-cum-grassroots movements in the State and outside, in its efforts to ensure Social Equity by linking public policy with livelihood rights of the socially marginalized sections in the State, such as Scheduled Caste

s, Scheduled Tribes, women and children. SW-TN uses Budget Advocacy as a key instrument of monitoring Public Policy as well as of evolving Alternate Policy formulations. “Social Equity Budgeting” is the over-arching framework of SW-TN.

One-Day Workshop on the Right to Information (RTI) ActInformation is power—and every citizen has the right to access it....
17/07/2026

One-Day Workshop on the Right to Information (RTI) Act

Information is power—and every citizen has the right to access it.

Join Social Watch – Tamil Nadu, in collaboration with the Social Action Commission, for a comprehensive One-Day Workshop on the Right to Information (RTI) Act. This workshop is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills to effectively use the RTI Act as a tool for transparency, accountability, and social justice.

🎙️ Resource Person: Thozhar. M. Gnanasekaran – Social Activist & RTI Trainer

📅 Date: 18 July 2026 (Saturday)
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Dhyana Ashram, Mylapore, Chennai

What you'll learn:

✅ Fundamentals of the RTI Act
✅ Step-by-step guidance on drafting RTI applications
✅ Using RTI for advocacy and public accountability
✅ Empowering yourself as an informed and responsible citizen

👥 Who can participate?
Students | Social Workers | Community Members | Civil Society Organizations | Anyone interested in promoting transparency and good governance.

"Information is your right. Use it. Share it. Empower others."

Together, let's build a just, transparent, and equitable society.

Social Watch – Tamil Nadu & TNBC Commission for SC/ST, Dharmapuri Diocese jointly organize a Summer Camp & Career Guidan...
24/04/2026

Social Watch – Tamil Nadu & TNBC Commission for SC/ST, Dharmapuri Diocese jointly organize a Summer Camp & Career Guidance Program for marginalized students.

📍 Venue: St. Antony’s Church, Bommidi
📅 Date: 25th & 26th April 2026

✨ A platform to empower, guide, and inspire students towards a brighter future through education, awareness, and opportunities.

🤝 In solidarity with leaders committed to social justice and youth empowerment.

📞 For Registration & Details:
Ms. Bafina – Zonal Coordinator
📱 7708188438

🔥 Register Now & Take a Step Towards Your Future!
☀️

Social Watch - Tamil Nadu Director and team addressed Dalit students at Loyola College on 10.04.2026, sharing valuable i...
10/04/2026

Social Watch - Tamil Nadu Director and team addressed Dalit students at Loyola College on 10.04.2026, sharing valuable insights on education and empowerment.

The session focused on Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) and Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS), guiding students on opportunities for higher education.

Organised by Loyola Students Support Service (LSSS), the program encouraged students to make use of available scholarships and pursue their academic dreams.

A two-day follow-up program was successfully conducted by Social Watch Tamil Nadu on 22.03.2026 – 23.03.2026 at FMM Asir...
25/03/2026

A two-day follow-up program was successfully conducted by Social Watch Tamil Nadu on 22.03.2026 – 23.03.2026 at FMM Asir Bhavan, Kodaikanal, for the Paliyar tribal community. Around 50 participants actively took part in the sessions, engaging in meaningful discussions and reflections.

The program focused on strengthening community awareness, addressing key challenges faced by the Paliyar people, and encouraging collective action for their rights and development. It also served as a platform to review previous initiatives and plan future steps toward empowerment and social justice.

The active participation and shared experiences of the community made the program impactful and inspiring.

Women’s Day Celebration was organised to highlight the importance of women’s mental health and women’s rights. The sessi...
16/03/2026

Women’s Day Celebration was organised to highlight the importance of women’s mental health and women’s rights. The session created a space to openly discuss the emotional challenges women face and the need for stronger support systems in families, workplaces, and society.

Speakers also emphasized the importance of knowing and claiming women’s rights, encouraging participants to stand up for equality, dignity, and justice. The program inspired meaningful conversations and empowered participants to support women’s wellbeing and rights in everyday life.

Together, let us continue to build a society where every woman feels respected, heard, and empowered.

Thanks
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மகளிர் தின விழா சமூகக் கண்காணிப்பகம் – தமிழ்நாடு மற்றும் அக்னிசிறகுகள் இணைந்து நடத்தும் மகளிர் தின விழா இன்று சிறப்பாக ந...
15/03/2026

மகளிர் தின விழா

சமூகக் கண்காணிப்பகம் – தமிழ்நாடு மற்றும் அக்னிசிறகுகள் இணைந்து நடத்தும் மகளிர் தின விழா இன்று சிறப்பாக நடைபெற்றது. பெண்களின் உரிமைகள், சட்ட பாதுகாப்பு மற்றும் மனநல முக்கியத்துவம் குறித்து விழிப்புணர்வு ஏற்படுத்தும் நோக்கில் இந்த நிகழ்வு ஏற்பாடு செய்யப்பட்டது.

சிறப்பு உரையாளர்:
Ms. Sangeetha (Advocate) – பெண்களின் சட்ட உரிமைகள் குறித்து விளக்கம் அளித்தார்.
Ms. Thirumagal (Counselor & Psychotherapist) – பெண்களின் மனநலம் மற்றும் தன்னம்பிக்கை குறித்து பகிர்ந்து கொண்டார்.

இந்த நிகழ்வு பெண்களின் உரிமை, சமத்துவம் மற்றும் வலிமையை கொண்டாடும் ஒரு அர்த்தமுள்ள தருணமாக அமைந்தது.

📍 Chintadripet Police Boys & Girls Club
📅 15.03.2026

பெண்களின் குரல் சமூக மாற்றத்தின் வலிமை! 💜

Two-Day Workshop on Creative Writing Skills📚 Social Watch – Tamil Nadu & Loyola College, Vettavalam jointly organise an ...
27/02/2026

Two-Day Workshop on Creative Writing Skills

📚 Social Watch – Tamil Nadu & Loyola College, Vettavalam jointly organise an inspiring workshop to nurture creativity and strengthen writing excellence.

🗓 Date: 27.02.2026 – 28.02.2026
📍 Venue: Loyola College, Vettavalam

Resource Persons:
Dr. S. Muthukandhan – Professor, Madras Christian College, Chennai
Fr. A. Irudayaraj SJ – Director, Social Watch – Tamil Nadu, Chennai

This workshop aims to empower young minds with creative expression, critical thinking, and impactful writing skills.

📞 For details: Prof. Prabhakaran – Dean of Students - Loyola college, Vettavalam

Welcome to the Capacity Building & Leadership Training Dear Participants,We warmly welcome each one of you to the Capaci...
21/02/2026

Welcome to the Capacity Building & Leadership Training

Dear Participants,

We warmly welcome each one of you to the Capacity Building & Leadership Training jointly organized by Social Watch – Tamil Nadu & Youth Commission (Jesuit Chennai Province).

🗓 Date: 21.02.2026 – 22.02.2026
📍 Venue: Palavai Tribal Centre, Villupuram
📌 Location: Kindly scan the QR code in the invitation for the exact location or click the link https://maps.google.com/?q=Palavai+Tribal+Centre+Villupuram

We are happy to have you all gathered for these two days of learning, sharing, discussion, and growth. May this training strengthen your leadership skills, social commitment, and vision for positive change.

Your active participation will make this program meaningful and impactful.

Let us learn together, lead together, and transform together!

Social Watch Tamil Nadu & the Resource Centre for Differently Abled, Loyola College jointly organise the Book Release Fu...
05/02/2026

Social Watch Tamil Nadu & the Resource Centre for Differently Abled, Loyola College jointly organise the Book Release Function of “எண்ணம் எழுத்தாக-I”.

Join us as we celebrate knowledge, inclusion, and the power of writing with inspiring addresses by distinguished speakers and the author.

🗓 Date: 05 February 2026
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 Venue: RCDA, Room CEG 14, Loyola College, Chennai

We warmly welcome you to be part of this meaningful celebration! ✨

Address

202 Shopping Complex, Chitra Avenue, No. 9, Choolaimedu High Road
Chennai
600094

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1pm

Telephone

91-44-23746044

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