RAISE
RURAL ACTION IN SOCIAL EMANCIPATION
BACKGROUND OF THE ORGANISATION
VISION
Rural Action in Social Emancipation (RAISE) started in the year 2000 under the provisions of Andhra Pradesh Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860. The organization was formed with the co-operation of dedicated social workers and enthusiastic service minded group with a view to help the helpless rural poor community through various developmental activities. The birth of "RAISE" is a response indeed an emotional response to the problems of illiteracy, ignorance, ill health, malnutrition, unemployment and inadequate medical and educational facilities that were widely prevalent in Cuddapah, Nellore, Kurnool and Guntur Districts of Andhra Pradesh, India. Hence, the Organization formed with no profit motive and dedicated to solve the identified problems.
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security. Every poor attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation.
MISSION
RAISE helps alleviate poverty and social exclusion by facilitating empowerment of women and girls, youth from poor and marginalized communities. Support children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
OUR CORE VALUES
WHAT WE DO
Our commitment towards a better society drives us. RAISE’s core values inform all of our work. They shape what we do and how we do it. They bind us to a collective vision and purpose.
Respect
RAISE act in a manner that reflects a true belief in and appreciation for the dignity and potential of all human beings. Gaining peoples' confidence and creating an environment of trust and openness is essential to our work.
Integrity
Maintaining social, ethical, and organizational norms; firmly adhering to codes of conduct and ethical principles are inherent to RAISE.
Commitment
Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved
Livelihood
We plan and deliver livelihood projects in some of the poorest villages in rural India particularly marginalized,lower caste and tribal people especially women.
Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
We provide assistance where needed for sustainable water system to improve the quality of life in rural communities.
Rural Education