INSOMNIA 2025: A Night of Enchantment and Impact On a crisp May evening in Sydney, Ozindcare welcomed its supporters to a night unlike any other. Insomnia—not because you couldn’t sleep, but because you didn’t want to . The sold-out show featured the remarkable Aathi , a master mentalist whose performance blurred the lines between reality and illusion. Insomnia wasn’t just a show; it was a theatrical journey into the human mind , a place where the impossible became possible, and where each moment held the audience in a state of awe. From astonishing feats of mind-reading to moments that had the crowd gasping in disbelief, Aathi’s performance captivated hearts and minds. Every act was a window into the power of perception, psychology, and connection—a perfect metaphor for the work Ozindcare does daily to uplift and empower. But Insomnia wasn’t just about wonder—it was about purpose . This special event marked a major milestone: Ozindcare’s 30th anniversary . For three decades, our charity has been dedicated to “Helping the Helpless”. Behind the Curtain: The Team That Made It Happen An event of this scale doesn’t happen overnight. Insomnia was the result of months of meticulous planning , dedication, and teamwork. The Ozindcare team worked tirelessly behind the scenes—coordinating logistics, ticket sales, sponsorships, and ensuring every detail came together seamlessly. A special mention must go to our incredible volunteers , whose energy and warmth helped set the tone for the evening. From welcoming guests at the reception to handling ticket check-ins and guiding attendees to their seats, their efforts ensured a smooth, professional, and welcoming experience for all. Adding to the evening’s charm was the delicious spread of food , which was so popular it completely sold out! It wasn’t just a treat for the senses—it was a reflection of the community spirit that defines Ozindcare events. A Night Made Possible by Our Sponsors and Supporters None of this would have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and well-wishers . Your belief in our mission and your commitment to community welfare empowered us to deliver a show that not only entertained but also raised vital funds for Ozindcare’s initiatives. To our sponsors, supporters, and every individual who contributed in any way— thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your support fuels our mission and extends the impact of every program we run. Meet the Mind Behind the Magic: Aathi Aathi is not just a performer—he’s one of the most unique artists of our time , blending advanced skills in observation, deduction, and psychological trickery into unforgettable experiences. A gifted mentalist, he is also a writer, motivational speaker, and influencer , using his talents to inspire and educate. Beyond the stage, Aathi has made a significant impact in corporate training and personal development , helping individuals master positive body language and improve interpersonal communication. His reach now extends to academia , where he and his team are developing a program tailored for students, parents, and educators , focusing on emotional intelligence and mental resilience. So influential is his work that the Indian film industry has featured protagonists inspired by him in three blockbuster films , each showcasing a mentalist assisting in investigations—characters loosely based on Aathi himself. Thank You To everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, sponsored, and supported this event— you made the magic of Insomnia real . You didn’t just witness something extraordinary—you helped make a difference. As we continue our mission, we carry with us the energy of Insomnia: the feeling of being awake, aware, and inspired to make a change.

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Katha - Chapters of Life, an extravagant dance showcase presented by Nachle Dance School, came to life on April 30th, 2023, at the Riverside Theatres in Parramatta. The event marked a significant milestone as Nachle celebrated its 10th anniversary of bringing Indian culture to the Illawarra and Campbelltown communities. In the spirit of giving back, all profits from the event were donated to projects supported by Ozindcare – Helping the Helpless. The production featured four captivating stories, or "Kathas," portrayed through Indian cinematic, folk, and semi-classical dance performances. Nachle's talented dancers, ranging in age from 3 to 60, brought these stories to life with skilful movements, dazzling costumes, and enchanting music. With over 200 performers, the anniversary show was a remarkable display of the school's dedication to the art of dance. The excitement of the day began early in the afternoon as proud parents and performers arrived at the venue in colorful and dazzling costumes and jewellery.

Unni and Sangeetha are a hardworking couple from Peravur, Kannur, Kerala. They have two children, Appu aged 9 years and Malu aged 8 years. Unfortunately, their lives took a challenging turn when both Appu and Malu were diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth. Cerebral Palsy is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture, and it is the most common motor disability in childhood. In addition to their diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, Appu, who is in the autistic spectrum, is unable to attend a regular school despite several attempts. Malu, however, has better motor skills and is able to pursue her education at a normal school. 

India has the maximum number of recorded cases of Covid infections, second only to US, in the World. The pandemic has had such an adverse effect on its people that what was once considered as ‘normal life’ all over India has been reduced to a distant memory. As in most other countries, the global emergency due to the pandemic has resulted in a complete shift of teaching and learning processes. A number of schools in India have been shut due to the pandemic, and the classes have since then moved to Zoom and such other virtual platforms. This transition from traditional schools to virtual learning has led to unforeseen problems. Particularly in rural India, several teachers and students lacked the basic infrastructure and the means to thrive in a virtual learning environment. In view of this, in June 2021 Ozindcare initiated a ‘Donate for a Smart Phone’ Campaign for the benefit of the underprivileged children, who are unable to attend school as the classes have moved online.

India has a large population of Migrant daily wage workers, who work away from home and generally lead a hand-to-mouth existence. When India witnessed a brutal and incredibly challenging second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic in May 2021 which cost many more lives and jobs, Ozindcare recognised the plight and needs of the aforementioned segment of people who were quite intensely affected. Due to lock down and with many areas being declared as containment zones, most of these migrant workers had lost their jobs. With only minimal local community support, they have had to go through many hardships during this difficult time. 

Ozindcare successfully completed ‘25 years of exceptional service’ and though we had plans last year to host a major event commemorating this milestone with all our members and supporters, cognizant of the fact that adhering to the public health and pandemic guidelines was much more important than anything else in the COVID-19 situation, we deemed it right to park that aside for the time being.

The appeals that we have seen coming in the recent past have mirrored the need of such vulnerable groups of people. We have with our limited resources been able to support those who have come to us seeking help and thus provide some relief as well. All these gestures, you made possible due to your kindness and support. With the restrictions in-place we cannot organise cultural programs or do massive food sales to generate funds as before and thus now we are solely dependent on well-wishers like you.

We hope each of you are keeping safe and are holding up through the lockdown period and the challenges that it has brought forth into our lives. We are now moving along the phased transitioning phase and so let us also hope, that we will slowly ease back into normalcy in the forthcoming months. Not that long back, we were battling against the catastrophic bushfires and the devastation it caused to people, livestock, wildlife, and nature. And yet again, our morale and resilience is being put to test as we are now up against a Pandemic, working towards curbing the spread of COVID-19, a virus that has threatened our health, life, economic stability and mental well-being. In these unprecedented times, we at Ozindcare remain committed to supporting those in need in any way we can. Bearing in mind the Public health directives, the Emergency Response Plan kick offs, the actions underway and the precautionary guidelines that we all ought to follow, the team at an individual level have been continuing to reach out and supporting people in their vicinity and reach in the best possible ways. Being also mindful of the Australian Government driven timely and well-defined support mechanisms and the provisioning of financial assistance & support payments to aid individuals, households, businesses and most importantly the aged and the elderly, all of which in combination has thankfully provided that much required assurance to many. Whilst that is the case, we are also cognizant of the fact that there may be a few others who aren’t covered under these efforts and so we are continuing to look at avenues to do our bit when it is required as well. To help and to reach out to the wider community space we have extended our support to the Sydney Malayalee Association and will work collaboratively to respond to people’s needs through these difficult times. Apart from the domestic efforts, Ozindcare’s ongoing work to help the less privileged who have reached out requesting support, is continuing as always.