Our Visionary Leaders
At Indo-Africa Charitable Society, our team connects people, resources, and communities to turn compassion into action. From medical missions and educational programs to outreach camps, we ensure every effort creates lasting impact and transforms lives across India and Africa.
Through strategic partnerships with local leaders, healthcare professionals, educators, and volunteers, we bridge gaps in access to essential services and sustainable development.
Our initiatives focus not only on immediate relief—such as providing medical care, health screenings, medications, and school supplies—but also on long-term empowerment through health education, community training, and infrastructure support.
By combining transparent governance, responsible fundraising, and hands-on collaboration on the ground, we create programs that are culturally respectful, community-led, and results-driven.
Every project reflects our commitment to dignity, equity, and opportunity—ensuring that compassion does not end with a single event, but continues as a lasting pathway toward healthier families, stronger communities, and brighter futures.
President / Leader
Vasant Lakhani
Vasant is driven by a passion to transform rural and underserved communities.
His vision, compassion, and hands-on leadership empowers individuals and strengthen communities across India and Africa.
Event Coordinator / HR
Amy Lakhani
Amy’s inspiration for serving those in India and Uganda comes from the deep-rooted family values of helping those in need.
By profession, Amy has over 20+ years of Human Resources experience and has had the opportunity to participate in the Uganda Medical Mission for the past 3 years.
Coordinator / Event Planning
Snehal Lakhani
Snehal is a retired professional engineer and founding member of the Indo-Africa Charitable Society (IACS), with experience in leadership, governance, and community service. He has been actively involved in supporting medical mission camps in Uganda, helping deliver essential healthcare, education, and humanitarian aid to underserved communities.
Resources Assistant
Dr. Sanjeev Maniar
Dr. Sanjeev Maniar is a board certified neurologist of over 25 years currently practicing in Florida.
For the past 13 years, he has been actively involved with IACS, serving the Ugandan Community through free Medical Mission Camps.
Medical resources provided include neurological care, education, and compassion outreached to the underserved population.
Resources Collaborator
Dr. Sanjay Chandarana
Dr. Sanjay Chandarana has proudly supported IACS missions in Tororo, Jinja and Lugazi and has been committed to serving communities with limited access to dental care and treating advanced disease with compassion and dedication.
This work reflects his belief in giving back and working alongside a team of people who not only give their time, but also their empathy and humanity to people who need it most.
Event Management / Volunteer
Rajesh Raniga
Rajesh is a humanity-driven individual with a strong purpose to lead. Rajesh plays a critical role in leading our initiatives in the Greater Vancouver Area, serving hot lunches to the vulnerable communities in the Downtown Eastside and Surrey.
Rajesh has been instrumental in continuing the momentum of serving hot lunches approximately 3-4 times each month throughout the year.