Empowering People
Philosophy
SAMERTH envisions and works towards the evolvement of a world free of conflicts and the chains of exploitation and promotes development that is humane, sustainable and equitable.
Vision
To contribute to building an India that is free of conflict and chains of exploitation where all people can gain access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. To build a trusted organisation that implements programs with special emphasis on equal opportunity, access to resources, gender equity, democratic governance, participatory learning and respect for diverse cultures To build a professional organization that is secular, transparent, credible, and accountable for all of its activities.
Mission
SAMERTH aims towards working for a humane, sustainable and equitable society through strengthening peoples' capacities and equipping community institutions so that they are informed and are able to access their rights to have a human existence.
About SAMERTH - Current Operations
SAMERTH is currently working in rural areas of Kutch and the urban districts of Ahmedabad in Gujarat.From the year 2006, SAMERTH has started intervention in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh. The rural programme focus is on access to community health services, education for migrant workers' children,working for safe and sustainable drinking water facilities and sustainable livelihood practices. The thrust of the urban programme is to provide elementary education and linkages with the mainstream education system for the socially and economically backward religious minority especially girl child. Moreover, SAMERTH works to create alternative livelihood options that cater to the current market trends for youth. We have also initiated a programme in Chhattisgarh, our main aim is to empower Tribals through awareness generation on rights and the existing development schemes so that they are able to access their rights. The implementation also focuses on creating opportunities for education,income generation and economic empowerment of tribal women through Self help groups. The entire gamut of activities contribute to a holistic development approach.
Focus
The rural programme focus is on access to community health services, education for migrant workers' children, and sustainable livelihood practices. The thrust of the urban programme is to provide elementary education and linkages with the mainstream education system for the socially and economically backward religious minority. Additionally, peace building efforts work towards developing respect and tolerance in the minds of children in an attempt to bring divided communities together. Moreover, SAMERTH works to create alternative livelihood options that cater to the current market trends for youth. Networking and alliance building is sought for reaching these aims. In Chhattisgarh, SAMERTH works with the Tribals for mobilisation and awareness creation.