GRAMANCHAL VIKAS SANSTHAN

Gramin Vikas Sansthan (GVS), established on 17th July 1989 in Hathini, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, is a registered non-governmental, non-profit civil society organization. It operates with the mission to empower marginalized communities through participatory approaches, capacity building, and advocacy for social justice. GVS has developed a remarkable reputation over three decades for its effective grassroots development models across education, health, livelihoods, gender justice, and governance.

The organization’s presence spans direct interventions in 6 districts and indirect engagements in 5 additional districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Ghazipur, Azamgarh, Varanasi, Jaunpur, Chandauli, Ballia, and Gorakhpur.

Vision
To build an inclusive, empowered, and equitable society where every individual—especially women, adolescent girls, and marginalized communities—has access to education, dignity, and opportunity to lead a meaningful life.

Mission
To strengthen rural communities through education, social empowerment, health, livelihood, environmental awareness, and participatory governance, promoting sustainable and inclusive development. Our mission also includes empowering and building the capacity of newly formed civil society organizations with weak governance and compliance systems.

Core Values
Participation and Inclusiveness
Gender Equity
Social Justice
Transparency and Accountability
Community Ownership