A volunteer-run charity nurturing children through core life skills and Indian cultural values in Melbourne's east.
Since September 2009, Shishukunj Melbourne has grown from a shared vision into a cherished community for children and youth in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. Founded as a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, its purpose has always been to advance education among children through core life skills while nurturing a deep appreciation of Indian culture.
What makes Shishukunj truly special is the people behind it. Every activity is run by dedicated, well-trained volunteers, many of whom grew up in Shishukunj themselves and have returned to guide the next generation. This continuity gives the organisation its warmth and its enduring spirit, embodying the belief attributed to Mahatma Gandhi to "be the change you want to see in the world."
Part of a global family with centres in India, the UK, Kenya and Australia, Shishukunj Melbourne remains proudly rooted in its local community, offering a welcoming space where each child's potential can flourish across physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social dimensions.
Shishukunj Melbourne is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), operating since September 2009 in Melbourne, Victoria. The name Shishukunj is a Sanskrit word meaning Garden of Children, reflecting a purpose of advancing education among children through core life skills and celebrating Indian culture.
Kendra (school) is held fortnightly on Sundays in Ferntree Gully, with all activities run entirely by well-trained and experienced volunteers, many of whom have been with Shishukunj since their own childhood. The organisation aims for the holistic development of each child, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social growth.
Part of a wider movement with centres running in India, the UK, Kenya and Australia, Shishukunj provides an environment rich in positive values, allowing the hidden potential within every child to flourish.
