Chetna Vikas

Chetna Vikas is an organization founded in the year 1985 for the consciousness, empowerment and overall development of the disadvantaged section of the society. It is based upon Gandhian ideology, hence, peace, justice and equity are its core values. A young team of social activists who were actively engaged in the Sampoorna Kranti Movement of Loknayak Jaiprakash gave birth to this organization. The concept of SWARAJ and ANTYODAYA are the leading values for the organizational strategic plan. Our Vision A progressive and sustainable rural India, where in all people live peacefully and with dignity, enjoy social, political and economic equality as well as right to livelihood, freedom of expression and equal opportunity for public participation. Our Mission "Empower the poor, disabled and disenfranchised in rural regions of Jharkhand State to achieve the Gandhian principle of ‘Sarvodaya’ (universal upliftment). It employs people centred, grass root and participatory methods to eliminate socio economic inequality, promote health, nutrition and well-being. Facilitate self- reliance, enable local self-governance, ensure national resources management and promote people’s Advocacy." Our Values Based on Gandhian thought and philosophy Work at the grassroots with the marginalized No discrimination based on religion, caste, gender, colour, class, ethnicity, physical and mental ability Respect human values and rights Transparency and accountability at every stage and process Make efforts to ensure marginalized communities get access to their constitutional rights Sustainable use of resources