Building a Better Bolangir, One Step at a Time

At Bolangir Bikash Parishad, we believe that true development begins at the grassroots level, where communities are empowered to take charge of their own progress. Our Community Development & Empowerment Program focuses on strengthening rural and urban communities by promoting social equity, capacity building, and sustainable development.

Objectives of the Program:

• To uplift socio-economically disadvantaged groups, including Adivasis, farmers, agricultural laborers, women, and children.
• To foster self-reliance by equipping communities with education, resources, and skill development.
• To create awareness about government schemes and facilitate access to them.
• To eradicate caste-based discrimination and promote social harmony.
• To strengthen local governance and participatory decision-making through Gram Sabhas and community meetings.

Key Initiatives Under the Program:

1. Formation & Strengthening of Community Groups

We facilitate the formation of various community groups to ensure collective action for social transformation:

• Mahila Mandals (Women’s Groups): Focused on women’s rights, financial independence, and leadership.
• Youth Mandals (Youth Groups): Engaging young people in skill-building, leadership, and social change initiatives.
• Cultural Mandals: Promoting local culture, traditions, and values to strengthen community identity.
• Bhajani Mandals (Religious & Cultural Groups): Encouraging spiritual and moral values for social unity.

2. Awareness & Capacity-Building Workshops

We organize awareness programs and workshops on:

• Social Rights & Responsibilities: Educating people about their rights, government policies, and legal support.
• Leadership & Community Mobilization: Training local leaders to advocate for community needs and self-governance.
• Health & Hygiene Awareness: Promoting sanitation, nutrition, and preventive healthcare practices.

3. Strengthening Local Governance through Gram Sabhas

• Encouraging active participation in Gram Sabhas (village meetings) to voice concerns and demand necessary changes.
• Facilitating Youth Sabhas and Women’s Sabhas to ensure marginalized voices are heard in the decision-making process.
• Supporting initiatives that promote democratic engagement and transparency at the grassroots level.

4. Access to Government Schemes & Resources

Many marginalized communities struggle to access government welfare schemes due to a lack of awareness and bureaucratic hurdles. Bolangir Bikash Parishad plays a crucial role in:

• Conducting information drives to educate people about available schemes.
• Assisting in the documentation and application process for schemes related to housing, agriculture, education, health, and employment.
• Collaborating with local government bodies to ensure proper implementation of welfare programs.

5. Eradicating Caste-Based Discrimination & Promoting Social Harmony

• Conducting cultural programs, street plays, and sensitization campaigns to challenge caste-based discrimination.
• Organizing inter-caste dialogues and community engagement activities to promote unity and social cohesion.
• Encouraging education and skill development as tools for breaking generational cycles of discrimination and poverty.

6. Sustainable Livelihood & Skill Development

To create self-sufficient communities, Bolangir Bikash Parishad promotes:

• Skill training programs in agriculture, handicrafts, entrepreneurship, and vocational trades.
• Financial literacy initiatives to help individuals manage savings, investments, and access microfinance.
• Support for self-help groups (SHGs) to enable community-driven economic development.

Impact of the Program

Our Community Development & Empowerment Program has already led to significant positive changes, including:
✔ Increased participation of marginalized groups in decision-making processes.
✔ Enhanced awareness and access to government welfare schemes.
✔ Stronger social cohesion and reduced caste-based discrimination.
✔ Empowerment of women and youth through leadership and skill-building opportunities.
✔ Improved economic self-sufficiency among rural and semi-urban populations.

Through Bolangir Bikash Parishad’s Community Development & Empowerment Program, we continue to work toward creating an inclusive, self-reliant, and socially equitable society. Together, we can build stronger communities and a better future for all.