PRATHYASHA FOR INTEGRATED SOCIAL ACTION (PISA ), the official organization for social action, of the Holy Cross South Indian Province is the brain child of the then provincial Sr.Eileen Vettikkuzhikkunnel , the first Director of the organization Sr.Asha and a group of sisters who are dedicated their service in the field of social work. Founded on November 22, 2015, Prathyash For Integrated Social Action grew year by year under the patronage of gifted Provincials and the directors with dedication and commitment.

In this journey PISA has taken sides with the poor and the marginalized people to end poverty and social injustice. Our focus is on the rights of the most marginalized communities, rural and urban poor, women, children, aged, fishermen, differently abled, migrant and unorganized workers. These groups face an acute lack of access to control over resources, services, and institutions. PISA practices a right-based approach to development, helping people to claim their rights, which may be constitutional, moral or legal entitlements.

PISA emergency response to disaster management programmes aim at providing immediate humanitarian assistance to the disaster affected communities along with equipping the communities in the disaster-prone areas to prepare and to take adequate measures to mitigate and manage the recurring natural hazards and disasters by developing human institutions and preparing task forces. It also envisages reducing the vulnerabilities and increase capacities of vulnerable groups and communities to cope with, prevent or minimize loss and damage to life, property and the environment.

PISA has been successfully working with the Government Officials and the Healthcare Department in Kollam from the very beginning of the Lock-down, which began from 24th of March 2020. And during the 3rd Phase of Unlock we have all the more boosted our services at various levels.

Cyclone Ockhi hit on Kerala Coast in the end of November, 2017 claimed several lives and caused widespread damage to property in coastal Kerala and Tamil Nadu. It destructed the lives of coastal people especially the fisher folk by destructing their livelihood options. Even though there was no death toll, coastal villages under the jurisdiction of Kollam was also severely affected by the cyclone.

• Provided free food kit and emergency assistance to 300 families.
• Provided professional education support to 140 students from fisher men community and the project is still continuing.
• Provided livelihood support to 30 families.