About Us – Govindani IT NGO

A Story of Love, Resilience and Unwavering Dedication

In 2001, Mrs Mangal Shah and her daughter Dimple encountered two abandoned HIV-positive infants living in heartbreaking conditions. When hospitals and organisations refused admission because of the children’s HIV status, they chose to act. That compassionate response became Palawi—a safe and nurturing home committed to shelter, healthcare, nutrition, education and emotional support for children and young adults affected by HIV/AIDS. Over more than two decades, Palawi has challenged stigma, restored dignity and helped vulnerable individuals build healthier, more independent futures.

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Children Supported

20000 +

Meals and Nutrition

500 +

Awareness Programmes

400 +

Lives Impacted

50 +

Empowering Futures, Healing Lives

Palawi creates life-changing opportunities for children, young adults and vulnerable women affected by HIV/AIDS through compassionate care, education, health support, vocational training and pathways to self-reliance.

Mission

To provide vulnerable children and women affected by HIV/AIDS with shelter, healthcare, nutrition, education, emotional support, vocational skills and income opportunities that enable lives of dignity, resilience and independence.

Vision

To build a just and inclusive society where HIV-positive orphans and other vulnerable individuals are treated with dignity, receive holistic support and are empowered to become confident agents of positive change.

Holistic Care That Restores Hope

Palawi’s work extends far beyond providing a safe home. Children receive regular healthcare, nutritious meals, consistent education, emotional care and the encouragement needed to rebuild confidence and self-worth.

As they grow, vocational training and practical opportunities help prepare them for independent adulthood. Community engagement and HIV/AIDS awareness initiatives also challenge discrimination, encourage safer behaviour and create a more compassionate society.

Values That Guide Palawi

Compassion, dignity, trust and responsibility guide every decision as Palawi stands beside vulnerable people without prejudice or discrimination.

Dignity and Respect

Every child and individual deserves to be treated with honour, empathy and respect, regardless of health status or social background.

Care Without Discrimination

Palawi provides a safe, accepting environment where people affected by HIV/AIDS receive care and opportunity without stigma or exclusion.

Education and Empowerment

Education, encouragement and practical skills help children and young adults develop confidence and prepare for meaningful, independent lives.

Community Responsibility

Awareness programmes and community participation help challenge HIV-related stigma, promote safer behaviour and strengthen social responsibility.

Long-Term Self-Reliance

Vocational training and income-generation opportunities equip vulnerable children and women to build secure, resilient and self-reliant futures.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Palawi begin?

Palawi began in 2001 after Mrs Mangal Shah and her daughter Dimple found two abandoned HIV-positive infants and discovered that no hospital or organisation was willing to admit them. Their decision to provide care became the foundation of Palawi.

Who does Palawi support?

Palawi supports HIV-positive orphaned children, vulnerable young adults and destitute women who need safety, healthcare, education, emotional care and opportunities for a dignified future.

What support does Palawi provide?

Palawi offers shelter, medical care, nutritious food, education, psychosocial support, vocational training, income-generation opportunities and community awareness programmes.

How can I support Palawi’s work?

You can help by donating, sponsoring a child, supporting education or healthcare, volunteering, partnering through CSR or sharing Palawi’s mission with others.

Stand With Palawi and Transform a Life

Your support can provide a vulnerable child or woman with safety, treatment, nourishment, education and the confidence to build a dignified future free from stigma.

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