Director – Udhavum Ullam Charitable Trust

President – Our Voice Cultural Troupe

Technical Training Teacher – Udhavum Ullam Computer Training Centre

Born on September 9, 1970, Dr. Sagayanathan is a committed social worker and educator with over 34 years of experience in technical and community service fields. He holds M.Com., TTC., LFT., PGDCA., and a Diploma in Community Mental Health Care from The BALM, Chennai.

He began his career as a Typewriting Technical Teacher and later became a Computer Trainer under the Institute for Development Education (IFDE). Over the years, he has nurtured thousands of students with training in communication skills, leadership, time management, and vocational education.

As President of Our Voice Cultural Troupe, Dr. Sagayanathan has dedicated over 30 years to promoting Tamil folk traditions such as Paraiattam, Karagattam, Oyilattam, and social awareness street plays. His troupe has trained students in reputed colleges including Loyola, MCC, Queen Mary’s, and Lady Willingdon.

Through the Udhavum Ullam Charitable Trust, he leads impactful community programs:

• Weekly slum clean-up drives

• General, eye, and blood donation camps

• Awareness programs on health, hygiene, and POSCO Act

• Free computer and folk art classes for orphans and HIV-affected youth

• Food and clothing distribution to old-age homes and marginalized communities

• Tree planting and environmental awareness initiatives

He has held several leadership positions:

• Director, Udhavum Ullam Charitable Trust

• General Secretary – Udavum Ullam Samuga Nala Sangam

• District Member – SC/ST Atrocities Act, Chennai Collectorate

• President, Artist & Trainer – “Our Voice Cultural Troope

• Coordinator – Friends of Police/People, Chennai District

• Scout Master – G7 Chetpet Police Boys and Girls Club

• Member – Nattupura Kalaignargal Nala Vaariyam

• District Member - Chennai District Art and Culture

In recognition of his lifelong service, Dr. Sagayanathan has received numerous honors, including:

• Doctorate Award for Humanity Service, MDR University

• Best Social Worker Award police training Academy, Greater Chennai Police Commissioner Mr.George. IPS.,

• Best Social Worker Award R.Sagayanathan, Scout Master, G7 Police Boys and Girls Club by Greater Chennai Police Commissioner Mr.George. IPS.,

• Best Teacher Award on International Women Day, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Kilpauk District - Mrs.Bhavaneeswari, IPS

• Best Social Worker from Director General of Police Dr.Prateep V. Philip, IPS

• Best Social Worker award from Mrs. Sundaravalli, I.A.S., (Chennai District Collector)

• Best Social Worker from HCL Company, Greater Chennai Hon'ble Mayor Mr.Saidai Duraisamy

Through his tireless dedication, Dr. R.Sagayanathan continues to empower youth, promote folk culture, and create a positive social impact across Tamil Nadu and beyond.