Development Programme
Sustainable Livelihoods
Empowering vulnerable communities through sustainable livelihoods, food security and economic opportunities.
Climate Change & Resilience
Building resilient communities and supporting people affected by climate change, drought and natural disasters.
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Improving access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene for healthier and more resilient communities.
Community Development & Empowerment
Strengthening communities through participation, leadership, skills development and sustainable empowerment.
Our Core Values
Our work is guided by values that put people, dignity, equality and sustainable community development at the heart of everything we do.
Justice
Promoting fairness, dignity and equal opportunities for all communities.
Equality
Ensuring everyone has a fair chance to participate and thrive.
Teamwork
Working together with communities, partners and stakeholders for lasting impact.
Participation
Giving communities a meaningful voice in decisions that affect their lives.
Compassion
Serving vulnerable people with empathy, respect and genuine care.
Empowerment
Building knowledge, confidence and opportunities so communities can lead their own development.
Making a Difference Together
Our work reaches communities, strengthens local institutions, and creates lasting positive change.
Participatory Village Development Programme (PVDP)
Participatory Village Development Programme (PVDP) started its development journey from District Tharparkar in 1997. Mr. Dominic Stephen, founder of PVDP, realized the gravity of the situation and the complex socio-psycho and economic problems of Thari communities and established PVDP in 1997.
PVDP was registered on 15th June 1998 under the Societies Registration Act 1860 in Hyderabad. The organization was formed with a mission to support the poor and disadvantaged communities in improving the qualities of their lives, through encouraging people to organize and mobilize themselves for holistic social change.
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Working together for stronger communities.
