Established in 2018, Akkara Foundation Bekal is a Non-profitable Organization based in Kasaragod, Kerala. The trust has been formed primarily to initiate medical and psycho-social assistance in the upliftment of physically and mentally challenged individuals.
The Endosulfan tragedy had left the victims of the mishap in an utter state of despair. According to the national human rights commission, more than 50000 villagers of the Kasaragod district are exposed to Endosulfan pesticides, most of them affected by rare diseases like cerebral palsy, mental retardation, neurodevelopmental disorders, and cancer. Most of these children experience difficulties in school, particularly with concentration, learning, speech, language, social skills, and behavioral difficulties.
We aim to build an Institution with State-of-the-Art facilities so that these differently-abled individuals have a chance to live a meaningful and fruitful life.
To foster an inclusive society where individuals with disabilities are not only valued and respected but are also empowered to be active and integral contributors to their communities.
Akkara Mohammed Abdul Aziz lost parent at age 3 and raised by maternal uncles. Born on December 25, 1955, he attended schools in Kotikulam and Udma. After graduating from Government College, Kasaragod, and Farook College, Calicut in 1976, he entered business. Circumstances led him to Qatar in 1982, where he managed a textile shop for five years before establishing his own businesses in textiles, hypermarkets, and automobile spare parts.
In 2005, he co-founded Greenwoods Public School in Bekal, expanding into Greenwoods Arts College and Wafiya Women’s College. His commitment to education extends to supporting schools in Kerala and Karnataka, along with social service in his hometown.
Inspired by the advocates of various eminent personalities who worked with Endosulfan pesticide poisoning victims, Aziz founded the Akkara Foundation. His vision is to empower those with disabilities for equal access and inclusion in society. Supported by his wife, Fareeda Aziz, and their four children, he remains dedicated to this noble cause.
At Akkara Foundation, we envision a future where every person with disability and neurodiversity is embraced with dignity and opportunity. By 2030, we aim to build a comprehensive ecosystem of care, education, rehabilitation, and innovation across even the most underserved communities.
From residential homes for adults with disabilities and mobile therapy units for rural areas to early intervention play schools, inclusive gyms, and advanced tech-based rehab centers — Mission 2030 spans 30+ groundbreaking initiatives. These include sensory parks, AAC labs, VR-based cognitive rehab, caregiver support programs, and a national training academy for professionals.
We believe in bridging gaps with compassion, empowering families, and nurturing potential at every stage of life — from infancy to end-of-life care.
Together, let’s create an inclusive tomorrow — where care knows no boundaries and innovation meets compassion.
Akkara Foundation expects to complete a full-fledged therapy centre according to international standards. Specializing in the intensive rehabilitation of children and adults with cerebral palsy, autism, muscular dystrophy, developmental disorders, epilepsy, neurological and locomotor disorders and undiagnosed conditions as part of the project.
Akkara Foundation by 2025 wishes to set up vocational training centres, polytechnic college for the disabled, higher educational institutes for the blind, visually impaired, deaf and dumb.
A Rehabilitation centre for the mentally and physically challenged aged persons where they become contributing members living with dignity and respect is another dream project.
Akkara Foundation wishes to psycho-educate the public about the abilities, limitations, achievements, and needs of the disabled persons through grassroots volunteering in the villages.
AF-CCD offers an integrated therapeutic approach for early detection and intervention of disabilities. The centre employs interdisciplinary and trans disciplinary approaches, incorporating Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Psychology, Individualized Special Education and Music & Art Training.
By nurturing their multiple skills, Akkara Foundation aims to enhance their overall development and quality of life.
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Established in 2018, Akkara Foundation Bekal is a Non-profitable Organization based at Bekal in Kasaragod District of Kerala. The trust has been formed primarily to initiate medical and psycho-social assistance in the upliftment of physically and mentally challenged individuals.