Sampark Madhya Pradesh

Sampark Madhya Pradesh (also known as Sampark Samaj Sevi Sanstha) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Madhya Pradesh, India. It was founded in 1987 as a branch of the Social Work and Research Centre (SWRC), Tilonia, and formally registered in 1990 under the leadership of Mr. Nilesh Desai. The organization works to strengthen tribal livelihoods and combat poverty by empowering communities to fight inequity, injustice, and exploitation. Its philosophy is rooted in Gandhian principles, emphasizing that knowledge, skills, and wisdom found in villages should be used for their own development. Sampark operates across 3,221 villages in 8 districts of Madhya Pradesh, reaching over 289,000 families. Its core areas of intervention include women's empowerment, education, sustainable agriculture, water conservation, and local governance. The organization promotes the concept of "Gaon Ka Pani Gaon Mein" (local water conservation and management), "Gaon Ka Beej Gaon Mein" (seed sovereignty and indigenous farming), "Gaon Ka Paisa Gaon Mein" (strengthening local economies), and "Gaon Ka Jhagda Gaon Mein" (resolving disputes within the community). Key programs include the MGNREGA scheme, which has employed over 210,000 women; rural education initiatives that have empowered over 90,000 young minds; and the formation of 617 self-help groups benefiting 6,907 women. Sampark also runs the "Murghi Sakhi" program, training women in poultry farming to enhance income stability, and "Buniyadi Shala," which provides quality education, values, vocational skills, and leadership training to tribal children. The organization maintains a seed bank preserving over 200 local seed varieties for sustainable agriculture. Sampark's approach integrates traditional knowledge with modern development practices. It encourages organic farming and the use of traditional seeds, and its "Beej Swaraj" (Seed Sovereignty) movement helps farmers retain control over their agricultural practices. The organization has received recognition, including the 44th Jamnalal Bajaj Award for its founder, Nilesh Desai. With 38 years of transforming lives, Sampark continues to work towards poverty eradication and sustainability, driven by a vision of inclusive and equitable development for marginalized communities.

Sampark Madhya Pradesh was founded in 1987 as a branch of the Social Work and Research Centre (SWRC), Tilonia, a renowned organization in Rajasthan. It was formally registered in 1990 under the leadership of Mr. Nilesh Desai. The organization emerged from a need to address the specific challenges faced by tribal communities in Madhya Pradesh, who were marginalized and lacked access to basic services and livelihood opportunities. From its inception, Sampark adopted a Gandhian approach to development, emphasizing self-reliance and the use of local knowledge and resources. The organization began by working on issues of land, water, and forests, and gradually expanded its scope to include education, women's empowerment, and local governance. In the early years, Sampark focused on organizing communities and building their capacity to demand their rights and entitlements. Over the decades, Sampark has grown significantly in reach and impact. It now operates in 3,221 villages across 8 districts of Madhya Pradesh, touching the lives of over 289,000 families. The organization has been instrumental in facilitating employment for over 210,000 women through the MGNREGA scheme, and has empowered over 90,000 rural youth through education. It has formed 617 self-help groups that benefit 6,907 women, and has trained women in poultry farming through the Murghi Sakhi program. Sampark's work has been recognized at various levels. Its founder, Nilesh Desai, received the 44th Jamnalal Bajaj Award for his contributions to rural development. The organization continues to innovate, promoting seed sovereignty through its Beej Swaraj movement and maintaining a seed bank with over 200 local varieties. It also runs Buniyadi Shala, a program for tribal children that combines quality education with values, vocational skills, and leadership training. Today, Sampark remains committed to its mission of poverty eradication and sustainability, guided by the principles of "Gaon Ka Pani Gaon Mein," "Gaon Ka Beej Gaon Mein," "Gaon Ka Paisa Gaon Mein," and "Gaon Ka Jhagda Gaon Mein." These principles reflect the organization's belief in local solutions for local problems, and its dedication to empowering tribal communities to take control of their own development.

• 1990

  Formally registered under the leadership of Nilesh Desai.

• 1987

  Founded as a branch of SWRC, Tilonia.

• Reached 3,221 villages across 8 districts, supporting 289,000+ families.

• Facilitated employment for 210,000+ women through MGNREGA.

• Established 617 self-help groups benefiting 6,907 women.

• Nilesh Desai honored with the 44th Jamnalal Bajaj Award.

Grassroots non-profit empowering tribal communities through Gandhian principles of local self-reliance and sustainable development.

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