About
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Headquarters
Karwi, Uttar Pradesh
Vanangana, a rural women's rights collective in Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh, has been active in Chitrakoot since 1993 and Banda since 2003. It's regist Read moreered under the Societies Act. It tackles the pressing issue of violence against women by empowering Dalit women in village development, ensuring their safety and raising their social status. Vanangana creates platforms for women to unite, identify common issues, take collective action, and showcase the impact to the entire community. The organisation emphasizes community leadership and, while adhering to the socioeconomic framework, it staunchly upholds the justice system and promotes a comprehensive application of the law that transcends social hierarchies.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Programs
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Apni Rasoi Programme
Apni Rasoi, an autonomous initiative under Vanangana, empowers marginalized Dalit and tribal women by providing employment through catering services. It challenges caste norms, breaking taboos surrounding food prepared by "lower castes." This project, operating with a state-wide reach, not only generates livelihoods but also questions deeply rooted gender and caste hierarchies, exemplifying Vanangana's commitment to reshaping social dynamics in Bundelkhand. It has evolved to include older members and women from the Valmiki and Muslim communities, demonstrating resilience and media recognition.
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Dalit Mahila Samiti Programme
Dalit Mahila Samiti (DMS), mentored by Vanangana, plays a vital role in empowering Dalit women in Uttar Pradesh. With a membership of over 3000 women in two districts of Bundelkhand, DMS addresses the intersection of gender and caste. It prioritizes capacity-building, imparting technical skills such as hand pump repair and civil engineering to women who are often marginalized. DMS also fosters a deep understanding of social structures, enabling Dalit women to advocate for their rights, challenge unequal resource access, and combat violence and discrimination. This collective has emerged as a transformative force, advocating against exploitation and injustice based on caste identities. Together with Vanangana, DMS engages in campaigns addressing issues like violence against women, untouchability, women's participation in MNREGA, natural resource management, and education and food rights, among others.
Leadership Team
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Martin Macwan
Board Member
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Deepa Venkatachalam
Board Member
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Dipta Bhog
Board Member
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Pushpa
Board Member
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Madhavi Kukreja
Founder Member
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
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Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
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Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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VO ID / Darpan ID
UP/2019/0242385
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FCRA
137390010
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available