Organization
Vellai Thamarai in a nonprofit Indian association in charge of implementing the educational and social project of its founders. Mr S. Anandavadivelou serves as President, and Executive Committee members are all volunteers. The school and its activities are run by local managers who ensure the implementation of decisions.
The French association’s mission is to promote Vellai Thamarai and to obtain the financing for its development in Puducherry.
Under the honorary Chairmanship of Selvi Sarkar operational responsibility is assumed in France by Patrick Demartial, President, and members of the Board, all volunteers. Donations are tax deductible in France.
Vellai Thamarai India
“Vellai Thamarai India Educational, Social & Cultural organization”, was established in 2006 under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 and its headquarters are in Puducherry (official name of Pondicherry in tamoul). Its Board of Directors is composed of 7 members, having as President Mr S. Anandavadivelou.
Vellai Thamarai France
Vellai Thamarai France, an Association under the law of 1901, was established in 2006. Its headquarters are in Paris 14th. Board members are:
Patrick Demartial, President
Catherine Doupeux, Vice President
Bogena Agnes, Secretary
Roya Vafa, Treasurer
Marie-Odile Tesnière, Responsible for Workshops and Training
Marie-Hélène Demey, Administrator
Dominique Poullot, Administrator
Valérie Kligerman, Administrator
Françoise Herbin, Administrator
Sharifa Akbaraly, Administrator
Sylvia Naïm, Administrator
Myriam Annonay-Castanet, Administrator
Furthermore, Selvi Sarkar is honorary Chairwoman, Angélique Aldaya is delegate to Finance sourcing.