Welcome!

Abhiyan is a collective of development organizations based in the District of Kutch (India). The purpose of the network is to synergize human knowledge and physical and financial recources in order to work towards a Kutch which is governed by several communities. Abhiyan encourages self-help development and combines traditional acquirements with new technologies. Moreover, the collective innovates and balances subjects concerning human rights and human responsibilities.

Kutch Nav Nirman Abhiyan and its members welcome all interested agencies, supporters, followers and also those who have not decided yet.

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Abhiyan's Network

Abhiyan's network focuses on capacity building of the member organizations and communities in order to reduce rural Kutch's vulnerability in the face of continuous droughts, low access to primary health and education. Capacity building of member organizations also focuses on better governance within organizations. The network draws its strength from varied competencies, gathering collective experiences working in rural development and the inherent spirit of enterprise that lives in Kutch.

Collectively the network covers approximately 640 villages in the 11 blocks of Kutch through their work in:
  • Natural resource management
  • Health
  • Legal aid
  • Education 
  • Micro credit
  • Capacity building of Panchayati Raj Institutions (Local Governance)
  • Livelihood interventions with artisans
  • Women empowerment