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Gramin Evam Nagar Vikas Parishad
NGOFeed VerifiedGENVP was founded on November 14, 1984, to provide a stage for discussion and action on developmental problems concerning people experiencing poverty. Like-minded intellectual associates established the organization to include the rural and urban poor in several developmental activities. The organization has imbibed the thoughts expressed by the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi, and another imaginary, Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan, that development can only occur when the people, particularly the rural people, are mobilized to join in their development.GENVP was established by a group of associates to involve rural and urban poor in development activities.
About Us
The Gramin Evam Nagar Vikas Parishad (GENVP), established in 1984, envisions a platform for addressing developmental concerns among the underprivileged. The organisation origin lies in a collective of like-minded intellectuals who aim to involve both rural and urban disadvantaged individuals in diverse developmental pursuits. Embracing the principles articulated by Mahatma Gandhi and Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan, GENVP holds that progress is achievable when people, particularly those in rural areas, are mobilized to partake in their own advancement. The organisation is steadfast in its commitment to empowering individuals, particularly women, youth, and Dalit populations, recognizing their potential as drivers of societal transformation. GENVP's vision entails the realization of a self-sufficient rural society marked by self-governance, harmony, fairness, and justice. The organisation mission revolves around community mobilization to initiate social initiatives, facilitating the establishment of sustainable healthcare systems, fostering women empowerment and gender equality in rural contexts, and promoting economic development while creating sustainable opportunities for marginalized sections of society.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
The Gramin Evam Nagar Vikas Parishad (GENVP), established in 1984, envisions a platform for addressing developmental concerns among the underprivileged
Our Mission
The organisation mission revolves around community mobilization to initiate social initiatives, facilitating the establishment of sustainable healthcare systems, fostering women& empowerment and gender equality in rural contexts, and promoting economic development while creating sustainable opportunities for marginalized sections of society.
Focus Areas
Our Programs
Rural Education and Child Development
Provides education support, life skills training, mentoring, and remedial programs to underprivileged children, enhancing school attendance, learning outcomes, retention, and holistic development in rural and marginalized communities.
Women Empowerment and Livelihood Development
Empowers women through vocational training, entrepreneurship guidance, self help groups, and financial literacy to strengthen economic independence, confidence, leadership, and active participation in family and community decision-making.
Health, Nutrition, and Hygiene Awareness
Promotes community health through awareness campaigns, hygiene education, nutrition programs, maternal-child care, and preventive healthcare initiatives to improve overall wellbeing and resilience in underserved rural populations.
Impact / Milestones
Key Milestones & Achievements
- Gramin Evam Nagar Vikas Parishad (GENVP) was established in 1984 to empower marginalized rural and urban communities, with a focus on women, Dalits, children, and persons with disabilities. Over the years, it has successfully implemented programs in health, education, livelihoods, gender equality, and local governance, significantly improving community well-being. Key milestones include the establishment of the Dalit Community Foundation in 2018 and launching the Family Planning Alliance in Bihar, marking major achievements in social inclusion and public health.
Honors & Recognitions
- On 27th March 2009, GENVP was awarded with 'The CSO partner's Outstanding Annual Report Award 2009' for our Annual Report 2007-2008. Total 207 Civil Society Organizations across the India has been participated for this Award.
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Our Team
Barry Knight
Adviser
Kerry Soderlund
Finance Director
Wendy Richardson
Operations and Communications Director
Eshban Kwesiga
Knowledge Weaving and Influencing Manager
Ese Emerhi
Global Network Weaver
Jenny Hodgson
Executive Director
Ian Bird
Chairman
Location
Flat no. – 11, Tulsi Vatika Apartment Vivekanand Park, Near Alpana Market New Patliputra Colony, Patna – 800013 Bihar
Patna, Bihar, 800013
India
Patna, Bihar
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