Social Research
Research and studies focused on communities, society, education, livelihoods and social change.
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Research • People • Sustainable Change
Stronger communities.
Sustainable futures.
Working alongside rural communities to encourage participation, strengthen livelihoods and support inclusive, environmentally responsible development.
Since 2005Community-focused rural development work
Local knowledge. Community participation. Practical solutions.
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Who we are
Research rooted in real community needs.
Welcome to ISRSD. Institute of Social Research and Sustainable Development (ISRSD) is a grassroots rural development organization founded in 2005 and working in Jalna district of Maharashtra state.
The primary thrust of the organization during this period was to bring about rural development movement through active participation of women and rural youth in village communities in environmental action programs, water and sanitation, soil and water conservation programs and gender justice.
ISRSD networks with NABARD, Nehru Yuva Kendra Jalna, Organic Farming Association of India, Goa, LIFE - Livelihood Initiatives for Empowerment, Pune, and CAT - Center For Advance Information Technologies, supported by N.S.D.C. National Skill Development Corporation, Kurla, Mumbai.
ISRSD has played a significant role in the growth of the organic movement, HIV/AIDS awareness, skill development and health initiatives in rural areas.
Most of the people in rural Marathwada rely on agriculture for their livelihoods. Marathwada is a dry region with annual rainfall in the range of 400-500 mm. Irrigation facilities are minimal and do not reach many small farms.
Most of the people in rural Marathwada rely on agriculture for their livelihoods. Marathwada is a dry region with annual rainfall in the range of 400-500 mm. Irrigation facilities are minimal and do not reach many small farms.
The solutions therefore should revolve around existing livelihoods, available resources and the local environment, while strengthening the capacity of rural communities to create sustainable futures.
Our vision and approach →Our approach
Progress that starts with people.
Building on local experience, shared knowledge and active community participation.
Year the organization was founded
Core focus areas: people, research and sustainability
Shared goal: stronger, resilient communities
What we focus on
Connecting research with action.
Our areas of work bring together local knowledge, community participation and practical development initiatives.
Community Development
Supporting communities through participation, knowledge sharing and development initiatives.
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Promoting environmentally responsible and socially inclusive approaches to development.
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Research, surveys, data analysis and development consultancy for informed decisions.
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Change grows when people take part.
Meaningful development begins by listening to people, respecting local experience and working together on the issues that affect everyday life.
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ParticipateBring community voices and local priorities into the conversation.
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Share knowledgeExchange practical ideas, skills and experience.
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CollaborateConnect with people and organizations working toward shared goals.
Community participation mattersInclusive solutions are stronger when local people help shape them.
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We welcome conversations about research and community development.
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Let’s work toward a better future.
Contact the organization to discuss research, community initiatives or opportunities to collaborate.
Registered OfficeAt. Anterwala Post, Kajla Taluka, Jalna District, 431203
Project Office ISRSD, Plot No. 9, Behind Pryag Hospital, Railway station road, Bansilal Nagar, Jalna.
Email isrsda@gmail.com
Phone(0248)2243388 Mobile : 9420226906