The Institute for Vision Rehabilitation’s (IVR) Annual Volunteers Meet, 2026 was organized in a hybrid format, enabling volunteers to participate both in person and virtually, with a total of 165 participants.
The program commenced with a welcome dance performance by an IT client, Ms Supriya, followed by the Welcome Address and event hosting by IVR’s Ms Jahanavi. A moment of homage was observed in honor of Team LVPEI, Dr Shivaji and Mr Seshaiah, acknowledging their enduring contributions to the organization.
Dr Rebecca Sumalini presented an overview of IVR services, highlighting key initiatives and the positive impact created for the beneficiaries. The feedback session featured inspiring experiences shared by beneficiaries and volunteers. A particularly touching moment occurred when Ms Pravilika spoke about successfully clearing the Group III (TSPSC) examination with the support of volunteers, expressing heartfelt gratitude. Ms B Latha shared how IVR services enabled her to achieve independence and confidence in daily life.
A key highlight of the meet was the volunteer feedback session, during which a dedicated volunteer, Ms Padmaja, emotionally shared her journey and experiences of serving with IVR. Virtual feedback was also shared by individuals and senior professionals from leading organizations, including Ms Kavitha (Vijayawada Campus), Ms Alakanda Acharya (Infosys), and Mr Pramod Singh (TCS, Bhubaneswar Campus). Each speaker emphasized the meaningful contributions made by their employees and the positive impact created in the lives of clients. We also noted the participation of volunteers from various companies like Oracle, ECS Financial, Tech Mahindra, Synchrony Financial, Tata Consultancy Services, Apex Covantage.
Additionally, Ms Prathyusha and Mr Vivian from Grailmaker Innovations showcased assistive applications currently being used by clients, demonstrating the role of technology in enhancing accessibility and independence. In-person feedback was further shared by Ms Srividya Muthusamy (Oracle), Ms Vangipuram Anur Snigdha (Tech Mahindra), and Ms Prashanthi (Synchrony Financial), who reflected on their continued support and engagement with IVR initiatives.
The Oracle team enriched the event with a musical performance, adding cultural vibrancy to the gathering. This was followed by an open discussion session that encouraged volunteers to share insights, experiences, and suggestions.
Dr Beula Christy then provided an update on the CSR partners and donors associated with the IVR network and expressed heartfelt gratitude to all volunteers for their continued association and support with the LV Prasad Eye Institute.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr Karthik Bhushan, expressing sincere appreciation to all volunteers, partners, and participants.
The Volunteer Meet was highly impactful, reinforcing a collective commitment toward inclusive development and sustained volunteer engagement. A group photo captured the memorable gathering, and volunteers had the opportunity to explore the stalls showcasing products crafted by clients with visual impairment as part of the 'Livelihood Skills Development' program.
