About
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Headquarters
Kolkata, West Bengal
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Since
1985
FOCUS is a voluntary organization registered under the Society Registration Act that has been operating in the slums and shanties of different parts o Read moref Kolkata, especially in the eastern part comprising Tiljala, Dhapa, Tangra, Topsia etc. for over 25 years.
Action
FOCUS implements programs on urban poverty including street children programs, child labor rehabilitation, waste picker rehabilitation, empowerment of poor families through self-help groups, anti-drug and HIV/AIDS programs, and various urban planning initiatives in cooperation with government agencies.
Cause Area
Impact
FOCUS has worked to eliminate child labor in battery breaking in Dhobiatala, Tangra, rehabilitated rag-pickers, provided education and support to working children, and implemented programs for street children, slum development, and women's empowerment across multiple areas of Kolkata.
Vision & Mission
The vision of FOCUS is to improve the quality of life for women and children living in difficult circumstances and mainstream them in society. Their mission is to alleviate the sufferings of underprivileged urban communities in Kolkata.
Milestones & Track Record
FOCUS has completed three decades of service, enriching their experiences by working with and serving destitute, marginalized and vulnerable children such as street children.
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
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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Registration ID
S/48942
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VO ID / Darpan ID
WB/2009/0001065
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FCRA
147120248
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society