Vidiyal is made up of many projects, including five different drop-in centres in the various slums of Madurai. Children attending these centres are encouraged and provided with the necessary equipment to go to school. At the end of the school day they go to the centres to play, do their homework and get involved in a variety of activities, including martial arts, Thappu, dance, drama and public speaking.

They also learn skills for life, such as health and hygiene, computer technology and communication skills. These activities help the children to develop self esteem and confidence, something very lacking in the life of an untouchable street child.

Each drop-in centre has its own forum and, under supervision, the children are encouraged to discuss and plan the activities of the centres for themselves.

There is a big emphasis on Children's Rights and many of the young people are involved in speaking at national and international conferences. 

As part of Vidiyal, the children enjoy outings and camps, as well as sports. Just outside the city is a Water Park which gives the children the opportunity to swim and play on the rides and slides.

 Independence Day (60 years) celebrations

Vidiyal celebrated Independence Day through raising the Indian flag in the garden and singing the National anthem and the Vidiyal Movement song.

Young women, who would otherwise be panning in the sewer which runs right past their homes, or working as prostitutes, are encouraged to attend the tailoring unit where they learn skills for life.