Maharashtra Dyslexia Association is a not-for-profit organisation committed to securing the rights of students with Dyslexia (also known as a ‘Specific Learning or Language Disability’) to an appropriate education. MDA was started in March 1996 by a group of parents and professionals with a view to creating awareness about Dyslexia within the educational community and the general public, and advocating the rights of these students. The leaders of MDA were early visionaries regarding dyslexia in India. They have grown into the largest, high-quality organization for Dyslexia resources information, courses (including certifications) and advocacy.