Gram Vikas

Gram Vikas is a community development organization working with rural communities in Odisha and Jharkhand since 1979, to help them build a dignified l Read moreife. We do this through building capacities, strengthening community institutions, and mobilising resources. We work on issues related to water, livelihoods and sanitation and hygiene, with use of appropriate technology being a key element. Building village institutions to manage village development and participate effectively in the local governance processes is the cornerstone of the approach. Our work has benefitted more than 12 lakhs households in about 8,195 habitations across 983 Gram Panchayats in 27 districts of the two States. Vision and Mission The vision of Gram Vikas is an equitable and sustainable society where people live in peace with dignity. The Mission of Gram Vikas is to “promote processes which are sustainable, socially inclusive and gender equitable, to enable critical masses of poor and marginalized rural people and their communities to achieve a dignified quality of life”. Values and Ethos Gram Vikas operates on the foundational values of inclusion, equity, and dignity. Both individually and collectively, we at Gram Vikas are dedicated to cultivating an organisational culture that embodies and upholds these principles. We are embedded in the community Our actions are anchored in the evolving needs of our partner communities, with every outcome forged collaboratively, valuing their knowledge and trusting their capabilities. Motivated by solidarity over charity, we strengthen the collective agency of the communities to carve their paths towards dignified lives. We have people at the centre We value our team as our greatest asset, fostering a workplace prioritising continuous learning, growth, and professionalism. Honouring our core value of inclusion, we ensure equal opportunities for all team members, irrespective of caste, religion, gender, age, or orientation, and treat everyone with respect and dignity. We are open, transparent and collaborative We champion open communication and growth, embracing new ideas, providing empathetic feedback, and having authentic, respectful discussions. We emphasise transparency and collaboration across all levels, valuing the diverse contributions and perspectives of our teams, communities, and stakeholders. We are agile and resilient In an ever-changing, volatile world, we embrace change and take risks, leveraging technology and both new and indigenous knowledge to remain agile and ethical. Through continuous learning, acknowledging diverse voices, and fostering communities of support, we build resilience in our teams and systems.