The Kerala State Branch of the Indian Speech, Language & Hearing Association (ISHA-KSB) was established on 31st December 2003 with the aim of streamlining professional activities and providing state-of-the-art care to individuals with speech and hearing impairments. ISHA-KSB is a registered body under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 with Reg. No. S. No: 1227/2003.

ISHA-KSB is the most active state branch of the Indian Speech and Hearing Association (ISHA), with over 1,200 life members. The association has been conducting annual conventions with RCI-approved Continuing Rehabilitation Education (CRE) status for over 15 years and has established itself as a key organization in the field. In addition to owning its own office space, ISHA-KSB is committed to protecting and advancing the profession. The association goes to great lengths—including legal interventions such as court cases—to uphold the best interests of the speech and hearing fraternity.