Project management, applied for positive change
A structured collection of initiatives and volunteer-led programs that apply PM expertise to drive positive change - aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).
PMI Chapter of the Year 2025
10,000+
Girls reached through Project Puthri since 2018
1,500
Trees planted under SDG 15 environmental drives
100+
Tamil Nadu schools engaged
3,200+
PMI Chennai Chapter members
Purpose-driven work, rooted in the SDGs
The PMI Social Impact Portfolio is PMI Chennai Chapter's structured collection of initiatives and programs that apply project management expertise to drive positive change - primarily aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) through targeted outreach and volunteer-led initiatives.
PMI named Chennai Chapter its Chapter of the Year 2025 - celebrating excellence in leadership, impact, innovation and community engagement.
Announced at the 2025 PMI® Global Awards during the PMI Global Summit 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
Benefits for PMI members
Members engage through volunteering, local chapter activities and global programs - applying their skills to real-world projects like youth education, tree planting and community mentorship. This fosters professional development, networking and a sense of purpose.
Societal impact
For society, it delivers measurable outcomes - empowering communities, improving education and health access, promoting sustainability, and supporting economic stability. Partnerships with nonprofits amplify these efforts, creating long-term improvements worldwide.
Key highlights
Project Nambikkai
Empowering tribal schoolchildren with foundational life and learning skills.
Project Kural
Supporting polytechnic students with project management exposure and mentorship.
Avtar Trust PM Training
Delivering project management training in partnership with Avtar Trust.
Marina Beach Cleanup
A cleanup drive with SWOTT, protecting coastal ecosystems and life on land.
Major initiatives
Project Puthri
Since 2018, PMICC volunteers have delivered life-skills sessions to 10,000+ girls across 100+ Tamil Nadu schools - commended at Prayag 2024 for applying PM best practices.
Project Nibuni
From January 2026, PMICC volunteers deliver project management sessions across colleges in partnership with Avtar Trust.
Environmental Drives
Tree planting and management under SDG 15, plus seed ball distribution during beach events to combat pollution and promote green living.
Youth & Student Outreach
First Student Club launched with Amrita School of Business; career guidance for government school students to bridge economic gaps.
Building self-belief, one community at a time
PMICC's programs build self-belief and skills in underserved youth, nurture volunteer leadership, and partner with NGOs for scalable results - like reduced plastic use and yoga for well-being. With 3,200+ members, these efforts inspire sustained societal progress while advancing PM professionalism.
Social Impact Portfolio highlights - 2026
Zero Plastic Victory at PMICC COY Celebration
200+ members joined the Chapter of the Year 2025 celebration - potentially diverting 400-600 plastic bottles from landfills. The chapter went plastic-free with reusable water stations and gifted every participant an eco-friendly bottle, sparking sustainability awareness across every project.
13 Climate ActionThittamidu Vetrithodu Book Distribution at Valavanur GHSS
Volunteers distributed copies of PMICC's Tamil-language book - "Plan and Achieve Victory" - to students at Government Higher Secondary School, Valavanur, continuing the initiative's mission to demystify project management for Tamil readers.
4 EducationEngage, volunteer, and transform lives
We believe in the power of project management to drive positive change. There are multiple ways you can contribute to our social impact initiatives, whether through global programs or local efforts.
Participating in global and local community initiatives
Book donation and reading activity
Project life skills learning
World Environmental Week - cleanups and tree planting
Supporting not-for-profit organizations
Innovation Challenge launch and mentoring with PMICC Student Clubs
Measure your impact mindset
How well do you understand the social and environmental footprint of your projects? The UN Sustainable Development Goals have become the new global language of responsible business. This quick, engaging quiz helps you explore the basics of all 17 Goals and see how they connect to your everyday work.
Let's find out how well you can balance People, Planet, and Profit in your project decisions.
All 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals
Be part of the change
Whether through global programs or local efforts, your time and skills can make a meaningful difference in communities across Tamil Nadu and beyond.