Who We Are

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.

Over the decades, we’ve grown into a trusted and credible voice in the region—supporting communities 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.

Our Vision

A society free from socio-economic and cultural exploitation and environmental degradation—founded on human values, justice, equity, and fraternity.

Our Mission

To empower poor, tribal, and marginalized communities—especially women—by promoting people's participation in all aspects of development and ensuring justice, dignity, and sustainability in every initiative.

Where We Work

We serve across 5 blocks of Mayurbhanj District, with a core focus on:

• Jashipur

• Raruan

• Sukruli

• Karanjia

• Kusumi

These regions are rich in natural resources but face critical development gaps in health, education, food security, and livelihoods—especially among tribal populations.

What We Do

Our multi-sectoral interventions address the most urgent needs of the region:

• Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security
  Promoting millets, organic farming, kitchen gardens, and crop diversification.

• Forest Rights & Governance
  Facilitating Community Forest Rights (CFR) and empowering local conservation.

• Health & Nutrition
  Delivering maternal and child health programs, Covid-19 vaccination, and IMNCI training.

• Women Empowerment & SHGs
  Strengthening Self Help Groups, promoting women's leadership, and preventing gender-based violence.

• Child Rights & Education
  Operating CHILDLINE, reducing school dropouts, and supporting tribal children and youth.

• Disaster Response & Resilience
  Livelihood rehabilitation, emergency relief, and flood preparedness.

• Governance & Capacity Building
  Training PRIs, Elected Women Representatives, and CBOs for transparent, responsive local governance.

Our Partners

We work in collaboration with:

• Government Departments: Health, ICDS, Forest, W&CD, and Agriculture.

• International & National Agencies: UNICEF, CARE India, LEPRA Society, PRIA, VHAI.

• State Networks: OVHA, CACL, Odisha Millet Mission, and others.

Legal & Administrative Information

• Registered Under: Societies Registration Act XXI, 1860

• FCRA No: 104990026

• PAN: AACCC2882K

• 12A & 80G: Tax Exempt Registered

• CSR Registration No: CSR00031455

• Email: info@creftda.org