Udayani Social Action Forum works for the empowerment of Santal and Dalit women through Self Help Groups, economic development, and social justice initiatives in rural Bengal.
400+ Self Help Groups
25 Federations active
Udayani Social Action Forum is a registered non-profit organization under the West Bengal Societies’ Registration Act 1960, and managed by the Calcutta Jesuits and Friends of the Society of Jesus, founded in 1540 by St. Ignatius of Loyola with the approval of Pope Paul III. The Jesuit mission is a mission of reconciliation and promotion of faith and justice. So that women and men may be reconciled with God, with themselves, with each other and with creation.
Udayani Social Action Forum works for the empowerment of women belonging to Dalit and Adivasi communities through Self Help Groups (SHGs) and federations.
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Environment Protection Trainings including Anti-Plastic campaigns, Family Organic Gardens, and Herbal Eco-Sustainable gardens for SHG members.
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Udayani supports volunteers for short-term or long-term service. We maintain fruitful exchanges with international partners and volunteers.
Read MoreOur focus areas span across education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, and social justice. We work in 5 blocks across 3 districts of West Bengal, reaching thousands of marginalized women and families.
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