A non-profit organization committed to advancing public health through education, research, preventive healthcare, and environmental initiatives.
We believe that improving public health requires more than healthcare services alone. It requires informed communities, strong research, preventive action, responsible environmental practices, and collaboration between healthcare professionals, researchers, students, educational institutions, and the community.
TNPHRF works to create opportunities for public health education, community-based research, health awareness, student training, and social initiatives that contribute to healthier and more sustainable communities.
Founder
Mr. S. Kanniyappan, B.A.,
Mr. S. Kanniyappan is the Founder of Tamil Nadu Public Health and Research Foundation (TNPHRF). He provides the organizational vision and supports the foundation’s development and community-oriented initiatives.
Vision
To build healthier, informed, and sustainable communities through education, research, prevention, and community participation.
Mission
To promote public health through evidence-based education, research, preventive healthcare, environmental initiatives, and community engagement while encouraging students and professionals to contribute to public health development.
TNPHRF team
Our Team
Dr.Bala Ragunathan K
BHMS., MPH., PGDEMS.,
Managing Trustee
Ms.Sreedhanya U
B.Sc. (Medical Biochemistry)., MPH.,
Research Coordinator
Mr. Jeevanantham V
M.A. (Tamil Literature)., Manager – Tamil Language Research
Our Approach
Educate. Research. Prevent. Serve.
At TNPHRF, we believe that meaningful public health improvement begins with knowledge and evidence and grows through community participation and collective action. We seek to connect education, medical practice, research, and environmental responsibility to address public health challenges and contribute to a healthier future.