CREFTDA

CREFTDA is a community-driven non-governmental organization working at the grassroots in rural Odisha since 1991. We are dedicated to empowering tribal, marginalized, and underserved communities through sustainable, inclusive development. Our identity is rooted in deep local engagement, cultural sensitivity, and a long-term commitment to social and environmental justice. We function as facilitators, enablers, and partners—bridging the gap between rural realities and development opportunities.

With a multidisciplinary approach, CREFTDA works in sectors such as:

• Sustainable agriculture and food security
• Forest rights and natural resource governance
• Women’s empowerment and rural livelihoods
• Climate resilience and ecological restoration

Over the decades, we’ve grown into a trusted and credible voice in the region supporting communities across the tribal heartland of Mayurbhanj District, including Jashipur, Raruan, Sukruli, Karanjia, Kusumi, and adjoining blocks to secure their rights, strengthen their capacities, and build resilient futures. We are non-political, non-profit, and people-focused with a vision of a fair, equitable society for all.