About us
‘Sangath’ (सांगात in Konkani) meaning ‘togetherness’ and ‘consensus’ — embodies our mission: adopting an integrated, participatory approach to mental health. We partner with communities, health systems, and individuals to collaboratively design and deliver support at every stage of life.
Established in 1996, Sangath was initially set up as a child guidance clinic offering a traditional clinic-based approach. Eventually, Sangath adapted to address demand and supply side barriers for mental health care. In response, we innovated—developing, evaluating, and scaling cost-effective, community-centred, evidence-based interventions tailored for low-resource settings.
Our Vision
A world where all people have access to quality and affordable mental health care
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Our Values
At Sangath, our work is grounded in a shared commitment to equity, empathy, and impact. We are driven by the belief that mental health care must be inclusive, accessible, and rooted in the communities we serve.
Our Mission
At Sangath, our mission is to bridge the mental health treatment gap by empowering communities and leveraging public systems to deliver affordable, evidence-based psychosocial care across the lifespan. Sangath endevours to innovate solutions to improve mental & physical healthacross the life span for children, adoloscents, young people & adults.
Awards & Recognition: Milestones of Excellence
Over the years, Sangath has been honoured for its pioneering work in mental health research, innovation, and community impact. These recognitions reflect our commitment to advancing evidence-based solutions and strengthening mental health systems in India and globally. From prestigious international awards to national accolades, each milestone reaffirms our mission — to make quality mental health care accessible, inclusive, and grounded in science.
2025
1. Sangath Joins WHO Disability Health Equity Network (Oct. 2025- Sept. 2027) 2. WHO South-East Asia Public Health Champion Award - Dr. Satendra Singh, MD – Co-Lead of iHEAR at Sangath won in Individual Category 3. Maharashtra Ratna Gaurav Award for outstanding contribution to societal development- Sangath School Mental Health Promotion Program, Pune 4. Synergy and Sustainability Symposium AMPLIFYING IMPACT by India Donates – for outstanding contribution in Amplifying Impact through Technology Integration
2024
1. HCL Teach Grant for outstanding contribution in the field of Public Health 2. Sangath COMPASS Consortium awarded for Cultural Diversity Award, INSAR 3. Dr. Gauri Divan honored as an INSAR Fellow 2024, Melbourne
2018-2016
1. World Health Organization Public Health Champion Award, 2016 2. Goa State NGO Leadership Award, 2017 & 2018 3.Samajik Krutadnyata Award – by Gomantak Vidya Niketan, in memory of Kashinath Damodar Naik, 2017 4. RDX Award- RDX Goa infotainment & news channel, 2017
2015-2012
1. Sangath ranked India’s 4th leading public health research institute, by Research Councils, UK, 2015 2. DOC N DOC Gamex Saviour Awards – Sangath Runner-up Best NGO Efforts in Healthcare, 2014 3. Sangath was awarded the Mother Teresa Award by Department of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, 2012
2010-2008
1. Sangath won MacArthur Foundation International Prize for Creative & Effective Institutions, 2008 2. Sangath was awarded the National Trust Award – For contribution to the success of Badhte Kadam (National Trust Awareness Campaign), 2010
Our history
Sangath was founded in 1996 in Goa, India as a child development centre catering to the needs of children with emotional, developmental and behavioural difficulties.
Our story so far in a nutshell:
1996
1998
1999
2000
2005
Sangath is founded as a child guidance clinic in Goa, India
Launch of major research studies on perinatal depression and the treatment of depression in general health care and expansion of child development activities in the community
Launch of early intervention work for high risk infants
Launch of research on women’s mental health and alcohol use.
Launch of research on integrating mental health care in primary care.
2008
Sangath wins the MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions to support a new centre of training and research for young people in Goa.
2008
Geographies of work expanded to Chandigarh, Pune, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odhisha, Bihar and Maharashtra.
2010
Flagship ‘Leadership in Mental Health’ annual course launched.
2011
2014
2016
2020
2025
Sangath establishes Hub in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
Sangath establishes Hub in Delhi, National Capital Region.
Wins WHO Public Health Champion Award.
Sangath’s national tele counselling helpline launched.
Sangath Joins WHO Disability Health Equity Network Oct. (2025- Sept. 2027)
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