SEA works to alleviate the economic challenges faced by the fishermen community and salt pan workers of the Mamallapuram district through education.Often in these fishing communities, children begin fishing or salt panning from the tender age of 10 years dropping out of school. Entering the family tradition is a way of life. However, many find it a difficult occupation since traditional fishing is a job of high risks, where few reap the benefits of a good catch. As a result many of these fishermen and their families suffer socially and economically
