Founder’s Message

At Aditya Birla Education Trust, our vision is simple yet powerful: To positively impact the lives of people from all sections of society, create a stigma-free world and empower the changemakers of tomorrow.

When we began this journey, the goal was to go beyond traditional frameworks to create impact that is personal, meaningful, and lasting. Whether it’s promoting mental health and emotional well-being, redefining menstrual health with dignity, enabling educators to unlock potential, or our inclusive education models, we are committed to creating environments where people can thrive without fear or judgment.

Every initiative under ABET is guided by compassion, insight, and a deep belief that change begins when we care enough to act. It’s heartening to see how far we’ve come, and how much more we can achieve together.

As we grow, we remain grounded in our core purpose: to leave no one behind in the pursuit of learning, healing, and growth.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

Neerja Birla

Founder & Chairperson
Aditya Birla Education Trust

Our Mission

To nurture 21st century, inclusive learning in the field of education, to fight taboos and drive social change around menstruation, and to transform the mental health landscape in India by alleviating stigma and providing world-class care services.

Our Vision

To positively impact the lives of people from all sections of society, create a stigma-free world and empower the changemakers of tomorrow.

Our Initiatives

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Aditya Birla World Academy (ABWA)

Aditya Birla World Academy is a leading international school in Mumbai, committed to nurturing the innate potential of its students and moulding them into passionate, committed, competent, sensitive, and value-based individuals with leadership qualities.

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The Aditya Birla Integrated School (TABIS)

The Aditya Birla Integrated School (TABIS) is committed to providing a state-of-the-art, holistic, and personalised learning environment designed to inspire and nurture the potential of children with diverse learning needs.

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Mpower

Mpower is a pioneering mental health movement in India, founded in 2016 to challenge stigma, create awareness and deliver holistic mental health services across the country.

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Aditya Birla Education Academy (ABEA)

The Aditya Birla Education Academy is an attempt to nurture the aspirations of dedicated educators who, in turn, nurture young minds; to give them the impetus to pursue their ambitions and fast-track their career growth.

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Ujaas

Ujaas is an initiative to support menstrual health awareness, give access to affordable products and teach young girls to live with menstrual dignity.

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Nalanda Aditya Birla Education Trust

Nalanda Aditya Birla Education Trust educates students with learning difficulties, attention deficit disorders, slow learners and school dropouts. It provides academic, social and personal growth.

Our Values

Our values shape how we work—with communities, partners, and each other. They are not just words on a wall; they guide our everyday decisions and behaviours.

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Commitment

“Commitment is what transforms a promise into reality.”

Abraham Lincoln

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Respect

“Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love.”

Miguel Angel Ruiz

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Integrity

“Integrity isn’t a destination. It is a way of life."

Kelley Kosow

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Seamlessness

“An integrated life is one where you are able to fit the different pieces of your life together in a seamless fashion.”

– James Collins

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Passion

“Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you”

Oprah Winfrey

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Milestones

ABEA partnered with H3 Pre-School to launch a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, preparing passionate educators for professional preschool teaching careers.

ABEA and the Association of Progressive Schools, Ahmedabad, launched a Centre of Excellence to upskill teachers for Gujarat’s National Curriculum schools.

Ujaas launched its second Green Manufacturing Unit in Wardha, expanding menstrual health access while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local women.

ABEA partnered with Google for Education to equip educators with digital tools and technology-enabled teaching practices for modern classrooms.

TABIS ranked No. 2 in Mumbai, in Maharashtra and in India in the EducationWorld 2025-26 Special Needs School Rankings.

ABWA expanded into Nursery education, strengthening early childhood learning and building strong foundations for young learners.

Mpower launched Project Chetana with the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) to promote mental health awareness and support personnel nationwide.

Ujaas launched the Menstrual Express, reaching 121 cities across India, covering 20,000+ km to expand access to menstrual health products and drive awareness.

TABIS introduced the NIOS curriculum, expanding academic and vocational pathways for students with special needs through flexible, differentiated learning.

TABIS hosted the inaugural INSPIRE-X interschool competition, celebrating creativity, talent and collaboration among students from diverse educational backgrounds.

Nalanda - Aditya Birla Education Trust established for inclusive education and expanded learning opportunities for children with learning disabilities.

Mpower’s project, Masoom, was launched, providing mental health counselling and resilience-building workshops for vulnerable children in underserved communities.

ABEA partnered with the Government of Gujarat to develop engaging Science and Mathematics learning materials for Schools of Excellence.

ABEA partnered with the Government of Bihar to upskill 125,000 teachers in foundational literacy and numeracy while also training school principals in leadership.

ABEA’s Project Samarth strengthened classroom practices by training 1,000 teachers from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation through a year-long programme.

The University of Connecticut partnered with ABEA to enhance teacher and student engagement through innovative global learning initiatives.

Mpower introduced a chat facility on its mental health helpline, expanding access to immediate counselling and confidential emotional support.

ABEA partnered with MCGM English-medium schools to strengthen teaching quality through structured professional development programmes for BMC schools.

ABEA and B. K. Birla College launched a Postgraduate Diploma in Global Education to prepare educators for international teaching environments.

Mpower’s project, Saksham, was launched in Mumbai and Thane, supporting the mental health needs of victims, offenders and police personnel.

Mpower’s project, Samvedna, was launched with the Maharashtra Government to deliver mental health services to rural communities across the state.

Mpower’s project, Mann, was launched to support CISF personnel at airports through mental health screening, counselling and awareness programmes.

Mpower launched Project Oorja across 1,100+ MCGM schools, integrating mental health awareness and support for school children.

Ujaas launched to encourage conversations on menstrual health and break stigma.

Mpower launched a free national mental health helpline with BMC to provide accessible counselling and emotional support during challenging times.

Mpower created a nationwide SunoDekhoKaho campaign featuring Amitabh Bachchan that encouraged open conversations and helped reduce stigma around mental health.

Mpower organised its first Art Express in Mumbai, using public wall art in Bandra to spark conversations on mental health awareness.

Johns Hopkins University partnered with ABEA to deliver academic enrichment programmes for advanced learners and gifted students.

Aditya Birla Education Academy was established to elevate learning outcomes by empowering educators through training, research and global collaborations.

Mpower Fest was launched with a music concert to engage communities and promote awareness around mental health and wellbeing.

ABEA partnered with the University of Pennsylvania to train educators for effective virtual teaching and digital classroom environments.

ABEA collaborated with the University of Nottingham to launch a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership.

ABEA partnered with the University of Iowa to introduce certification programmes supporting gifted learners across schools.

Mpower launched its Campus Cell at BITS Pilani, Rajasthan and Goa, making professional mental health care accessible within the college campuses.

Mpower launched its first multidisciplinary mental health centre in Mumbai, providing integrated clinical care and counselling services.

The first Ride to Mpower Cyclothon was organised to raise public awareness about mental health and wellbeing.

Mpower launched the #EarForYou campaign on World Suicide Prevention Day to encourage listening and conversations around suicide prevention.

Mpower was founded to champion mental health awareness, access and advocacy, building a national movement for wellbeing.

Mpower Foundation was established in Mumbai to provide quality mental healthcare for those with psychosocial difficulties.

The Aditya Birla Integrated School was launched to provide specialised education for children with learning and intellectual disabilities.

ABWA introduced the Cambridge A-Levels programme, expanding internationally benchmarked academic pathways for students.

ABWA received IB authorisation, enabling the school to offer globally recognised International Baccalaureate education.

Aditya Birla World Academy was established in Mumbai, laying the foundation for a globally benchmarked and future-ready education institution.

Our Presence

Nationwide Footprint, Far-reaching Impact

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Discover how our vision translates into action.

Explore our Annual Reports.