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NGO committed for Sustainable Human Advancement | Disha | Karnataka Striving for Sustainable Livelihoods DISHA is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization committed for the empowerment of the disadvantaged in the society. DISHA, firmly believes that, every individual is responsible for his/her own destiny and therefore shall strive for attaining good quality of life. DISHA, since its inception , has been making every efforts to build the capacities of the poor and disadvantaged through development education, training and livelihood enhancement programmes. DISHA, uses a participatory development approach wherein every stakeholder is free and independent to make choices and decisions for his/her own empowerment. The journey has begun and continues............. 1/3 JOIN US Saving our precious natural resources for us and for our future generations....... learn more DISHA was awarded with Karnataka Environment Award in 2013 Women's Day Celebration Dr. Irene Veigas Managing Trustee addressing the gathering prize distribution for winners of the games Women's Day Celebration 1/10

DISHA (Development Initiatives for Sustainable Human Advancement) is a voluntary organization founded in 1998 by a group of social workers who have been actively involved in the field of development work for more than two decades. Legal Status • Registered as public charitable trust (No.106/17.01.2000). • Registered under section 12A of the Income Tax Act 30.01.2001. • Registered under section 80G of the Income Tax Act No.D5 /80G/ CIT/MNG/2012-13/Valid from 12.09.2012 onwards. • Registered under FC (Regulation)Act ,1976 of Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt.of India (No:094630176/May21,2004). Target population DISHA works with disadvantaged sections of the society especially women, tribals, daliths, landless poor, marginal and small farmers in Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka-South India. Strategy/activities Building and strengthening the capacities of people’s groups/ community based organizations for sustainable development through education, organization and training. Objectives • To conscientize, mobilize and organize people for social change and for sustainable development. • To prevent all forms of injustice to the disadvantaged sections in the society with particular reference to women, children, tribals, daliths, displaced, unorganized and landless poor. • To strive for the social, political and economic empowerment of the disadvantaged and exploited sections in the society. • To raise awareness and increase people’s participation in the protection, development and judicious management of natural resources and environment. • To facilitate initiatives for the use of sustainable farming practices among small and marginal farmers. • To foster the principle of self help and self reliance as the basis for enduring development. Achievements-NRM Project 2008-2015 DISHA Implemented Natural resources management project with financial aid from Andheri Hilfe Bon during the period 2008-2015 in the ten villages of Kuppepadavu, Kandavara, Ulaibettu, Moodushedde and Addur Grama Panchayats of Mangaluru taluk, Karnataka. 3938 staggered trenches were dug through 76 farmers in 123 hectare area in 10 villages. 843 cumt stone bunds constructed by 91 farmers in 10 villages 912 mt bunds constructed by 76 families in 9 villages 7175 forest and fuel wood plants planted by 580 families in 10 villages. 900 fruit bearing horticultural plants are planted by 180 families in 10 villages. 98 gully plugs constructed by 45 families in 10 villages 14 Masonry gully plugs constructed by 14 families in 8 villages. 04 vented dam constructed by 31 families in two villages. 17 farm ponds constructed by 17 families in 9 villages. 05 irrigation ponds renovated by 33 families in 5 villages. 10 shutter walls for irrigation wells constructed by 20 families in 5 villages. 96 drinking water wells – stone lining and parapet wall constructed by 186 families in 9 villages. 10 roof water harvesting storage tanks constructed by 58 families in 9 villages 125 roof water harvesting units installed by 125 families in 5 villages. 03 model units established by three farmers in 3 villages. 91 seed protectors and donors were trained and enlisted in 10 villages. 65 vermi composting units were established by 65 families in 10 villages. 60 Liquid bio manure and bio pesticide units were established by 60 families. 111 Kitchen garden units were established by 111 families in 10 villages. 66 bio-gas units were established by 65 families in 10 villages. 113 Smokeless Chullas were established in 10 villages. 43 income generation activities were started by 43 persons in 9 villages. 15 persons were trained in carpentry and pottery in 6 villages. 109 SHGs were formed with 1527 persons in 10 villages. 10 village watershed committees were formed by 96 SHGs and function in 10 villages. One Central level Self Help Group Federation (SPANDANA) was activated involving SHGs from 10 villages. Women Empowerment DISHA has always prioritized women empowerment since its inception, focusing on key components that foster growth and independence. This initiative emphasizes education, providing women with access to learning opportunities and resources that enhance their skills. Additionally, DISHA promotes financial literacy, enabling women to take charge their finances and make informed economic decisions. By creating supportive networks and mentorship programs, DISHA encourages collaboration and sharing of experiences among, ultimately contributing to a more equitable society. Achievements Promoted 75 women’s SHGs engaged in savings and credit activities and in empowerment and education programs. Promoted Abhyudaya Mahila Vedike, which has now merged with Spandana Mahila Vedike, an apex body for SHGs. The organization works toward women’s empowerment through awareness, training, and networking activities. DISHA is one of the core NGOs involved in promoting SANCHI Trust, which supports gainful income-generation activities for women interested in Entrepreneurship Development Programmes. SANCHI supports these women through a Revolving Fund in the form of loans. DISHA was one of the partner NGOs selected by the ILO New Delhi Office to implement alternative employment opportunities for women beedi rollers in Mangalore Taluk, Karnataka. Provided referral services to as many as 110 women for legal aid, government schemes, educational support, and counselling services. Consistently advocated for women’s rights and human rights by networking with like-minded NGOs in the district.

No.of Farmers Development Groups(FDG) & Members Achievement during January to December 2019 40 Farmers Development Groups with 1942 members Two contact meetings 22 capacity building trainings 169 FDG regular meetings 121 FDG Leaders meetings One Fedaration formed Five Fedaration General Body meetings Six federation Working Committee meetings Five meeting with Government department 412 deserved families benefited from the Government 57 soil and biomas conservation trainings Three field exposure visits Four Women Empowerment trainings Five youth trainings 15.Six empowering programme on NRM for Children

home about program activity diary projects at glance reports & case studies Mudabidre NRM Project management photo gallery contact Search Results Dropdown REPORTS A brief overview of activities undeertaken by DISHA Start Now reports & case studies reports & case studies Don’t Miss Out. Book It Now Mohan Kulal built Vermicompost Unit Planting Fruits & Nuts Plants Drinking water & irrigation ponds Nonaya Saphaliga realised his dream Muliya Farm pond becomes a reality Muttamma grows vegetables Anganwady worker Vanitha grows vegetables.. Stany Rodrigues grows betel leaves Improving livelihoods-Journey of Kamalashi Girija's dream came trueView More Hariappa Naika well protection Bantwal Farmers' Conference Bantwal Farmers' Conference Paddy Cultivation My passion-Kanthappa I benefitted from MGP-Jattappa View More

Projects Completed Duration Title/ Project details 2000-2004 Action plan for improving the working conditions of women beedi workers in Mangalore Taluk 2000-2006 Women Development and Koraga Tribal programme May 2005- November 2006 Promoting people’s action for judicious use, development and management of Natural Resources -Pilot Phase December 2006 - June 2007 Promoting people’s action for judicious use, development and management of Natural Resources -Pilot Phase July 2007- Dec 2007 Promoting people’s action for judicious use, development and management of Natural Resources January 2008-April 2008 Promoting people’s action for judicious use, development and management of Natural Resources\ May 2008-July 2012 Improvement of Livelihoods through Sustainable Management of Natural Resources in Southern Karnataka August 2012 -December 2012 Consolidation Phase-I Improvement of Livelihoods through Sustainable Management of Natural Resources in Southern Karnataka January 2013-December 2015 Consolidation Phase-II Improvement of Livelihoods through Sustainable Management of Natural Resources in Southern Karnataka May 2015- June 2016 Interim grant-Promoting Peoples action for Judicious Use, Development and management of natural Resources- Pilot phase in Bantwal taluk July 2016 - June 2018 Interim grant-Promoting Peoples action for Judicious Use, Development and management of natural Resources- Pilot phase in Bantwal taluk July 2018-December 2022 Improvement of marginal farmers, landless and women through the protection of natural resources in Western Ghat-Karnataka. (Bantwal Taluk) January 2023-August 2024 Improvement of marginal farmers, landless and women through the protection of natural resources in Western Ghat-Karnataka (Bantwal Taluk) September 2024-December 2024 Livelihood improvement of marginal farmers, landless and women through the protection of natural resources in West Ghat-Karnataka-interim Phase

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CONTACT US DISHA Trust (R) “ASHIYANA” Apartment, Fourth Floor, No 406, Badagulipady Village,Kaikamba, Kinnikambala Post – 574151- Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India Mudbidri-Mangalore Road Tel: 0824-2259057 Email: dishatrust@gmail.com Donations welcome We welcome your generous donations which will be used for development and social services purposes.You may send your donations to: Your details were sent successfully! Send

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DISHA (Development Initiatives for Sustainable Human Advancement) is a voluntary organization founded in 1998 by a group of social workers who have been actively involved in the field of development work for more than a decade. Legal Status Registered as public charitable trust. (No.106/17.01.2000). Registered under section 12A of the Income Tax Act 30.01.2001. Registered under FC (Regulation)Act ,1976 of Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt.of India ( No:094630176/May21,2004). Vision DISHA envisions to develop a sustainable society based on equality,equity,justice and self reliance. Target population DISHA proposes to work with disadvantaged sections of the society especially women, tribals, daliths, working children, displaced, unorganized and landless poor. Initially it limits its geographical area only to Mangaluru Taluk and progressively extend to other taluks of Dakshina Kannada district depending on the need.