About

OUR STORY

Committed to empowering children and preserving nature through our SMART program and Birds Club International initiatives across India and beyond.

The Jayaraj foundation is founded on 6th June 2014 by Jayaraj Rajasekharan Nair, an Indian filmmaker and a nature lover, with the objective of furthering the welfare of all individuals through art, sports, compassion and nature conservation. Contributing to this dream of his are two different programmes. His pet initiative the World Organisation of Hope (WOH) promotes the programme SMART (Sports Music Art & Recreation Therapy) and his environmental initiative, Birds Club International.

Sports Music Art & Recreation Therapy

SMART, too, founded on 6th June 2014, is being introduced in a number of schools, juvenile homes, children’s homes as well as among the tribal children across India. SMART a programme under World Organisation of Hope (WOH) is devised by Jayaraj to build the physical, mental and spiritual health of children through a number of mediums such as sports, music, art, painting, yoga, meditation and so on. Engaging in activities such as these gives these children a healthier, brighter and confident future and a much more productive life.

Birds Club International

Who wouldn’t like to relax in the lap of nature amid the chirps of birds and buzzy breeze stroking trees and plants? However, the reality and the curse of urban living is that we have to travel miles to enjoy nature and all things natural. But is this a price we must pay? Isn’t there a way out? Birds Club International has taken up this as a challenge and is determined to make earth a better place to live in. Birds Club Intl which came into being in 2010 was piloted in a few schools and colleges in Kerala. Followed by positive responses from all quarters, our founder decided to go global with the project. Birds Club international is all set to spread its wings in other countries. Birds Club International aims at evolving rain groves in the rather dull concrete jungles of our world. These groves will build sustainable ecosystems which would also help in soil and water conservation. These would become homes to a number of birds’ species, insects, animals and plants that help preserve nature.

Core values

Building a Better Tomorrow for All

We believe in holistic development, environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and empowerment to create lasting positive change in communities across India.

Holistic Development

Providing comprehensive support to children through sports, music, art, and recreation therapy to build physical, mental, and spiritual well-being beyond traditional academics.

Committed to protecting Environment for generations

Environmental Conservation

Creating sustainable ecosystems through Birds Club International, establishing rain groves in urban areas, and preserving natural habitats for future generations.

Community Engagement

Encouraging active participation in conservation and child welfare activities, fostering connections between diverse communities, and building bridges across cultures.

Innovative Approaches

Applying creative methodologies to address social and environmental challenges, combining traditional wisdom with modern therapeutic techniques for maximum impact.

MILESTONES & ACHIEVEMENTS

Celebrating Our Impact in Child Welfare and Conservation

Foundation Established

2010

The Jayaraj Foundation was conceived with the vision of combining environmental conservation with child welfare through innovative programs.

 

Birds Club International Launch

2010

Piloted in schools and colleges across Kerala, focusing on creating sustainable ecosystems and rain groves in urban concrete jungles.

 

Official Foundation Launch

2014

Officially launched on World Environment Day (June 6th), marking the beginning of our structured approach to child development and nature conservation.

 

SMART Program Expansion

2015-Present

Successfully implemented SMART programs in schools, juvenile homes, children’s homes, and tribal communities across multiple states in India.

 

International Volunteer Program

2016-Present

Established partnerships with overseas students and volunteers, creating cultural exchange opportunities while supporting local communities.

 
 

Global Expansion Vision

2020-Future

Birds Club International preparing to spread its wings globally, with plans to establish conservation projects in multiple countries.