1980

Mr. S. Martine and Mrs. S. Kousalya found the VCDS at Attchipakkam
Cultural programme is introduced as a method of education
Non-formal education schools for children are established

1982

Trade unions for salt-pan, stone quarry and agricultural workers are started

1983

Moving to Vellakulam for better transport and communication facilities

1985

Women's Movement is started
Youth Movement is started
The first Sewing School is established
International youth exchange starts
Member of the Federation of Social Action Groups

1986

Women's Rural Bank is established

1987

Cultural team is formed

1988

Life education classes for high-school failed students begin

1989

Human rights activities and legal aid start

1990

Member of Emmaus Friends in India

1992

A second location functioning as training centre is opened at Karasanoor.Member of Emmaus International

1995

Model farm is established
Member of LEISA (Low External Input and Sustainable Agriculture)
Services for the disabled start

1996

Revival of traditional farming programme starts
Cartoon training begins

2000

Industrial Training Centres are established
A third location is opened at Mugaiyur