NEED

CCI (CHILDREN CARE INDIA)

Supported by AIPE INTERNATIONAL, CANADA

Children Education Project

Since 2003, we have been working with Children Care International (CCI) to support the education of children from poor fishing communities, many of whom are orphans or child laborers. We provide comprehensive support covering tuition, hostel fees, uniforms, books, and other necessary materials to ensure they can complete their studies and secure jobs.

Family Financial Support Project

To ensure family stability, we offer microcredit support to women for their small businesses. This empowers them financially, allowing them to support their children's education and improve their household income, breaking the cycle of poverty.

NEED-PREM VISWASAM CHILDREN HOME

Supported by Hand in Hand, GERMANY

Located in Bobbili, this home provides a safe and nurturing environment for 60 orphan and semi-orphan children from various villages. Our goal is to give them a chance at a bright future through comprehensive care, including free education (from 1st standard to Intermediate), shelter, nutritious food, uniforms, books, healthcare, and all other necessary support. We conduct monthly health camps and daily tuition to ensure their well-being and academic success.

JAL JEEVAN MISSION (JJM)

Supported by Government of Andhra Pradesh

As an Implementation Support Agency (ISA), NEED is working in five sub-divisions to ensure every rural household has a Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) by 2024. Our role involves community mobilization, capacity building, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources by forming and training Gram Panchayat Water and Sanitation Committees, preparing Village Action Plans, and conducting extensive awareness campaigns.

APILIP-II & Livelihoods

Supported by Dept. of Irrigation, Govt. of AP

The Andhra Pradesh Irrigation and Livelihood Improvement Project focuses on enhancing the livelihoods of communities dependent on irrigation. We coordinate with departments of Animal Husbandry, Fishery, and Agriculture to facilitate interventions like livestock vaccination, support for fisheries, and sustainable farming practices, based on detailed micro-plans prepared with the community.

CRECHE CENTERS

Supported by Women & Child Welfare Dept, Govt of AP

We operate 19 Crèche Centers serving over 342 children (aged 6 months to 6 years) of working women in rural and tribal areas. These centers are a lifeline, providing a safe environment with sleeping facilities, early stimulation for toddlers, pre-school education, supplementary nutrition, and regular health check-ups to ensure the holistic development of every child.

HILL TOP PREGNANT WOMEN'S HOSTEL

Supported by ITDA, Parvathipuram

To address the challenges of transportation and medical access for tribal women from remote hill-top areas, we established a Pregnant Women’s Hostel. Many of these women face the risk of infant mortality due to the lack of timely medical care during delivery.

This hostel provides a safe and supportive environment where women are admitted from their 7th month of pregnancy. We offer comprehensive services including nutritious food, proper boarding, regular medical check-ups, counseling, yoga, and emergency ambulance services to ensure a safe and healthy delivery for both mother and child.

I.E.C. Activities and KALAJATHA

Supported by ITDA, Parvathipuram

We conduct Kalajatha programs in tribal areas to raise awareness on crucial health and social issues like institutional deliveries, sickle cell anemia, safe handwashing, and the prevention of child marriages. Using engaging formats like songs, music, and stage shows, we organize programs in 7 mandals of the Parvathipuram Manyam District, often at public gathering places to maximize our reach and impact.

Skill Development in Mushroom Cultivation

Supported by MANIPAL FOUNDATION (CSR Funds)

This program empowers rural communities through a 45-day training on Sustainable Mushroom Cultivation. The training is comprehensive, covering spawn production, cultivation methods, pest management, and value addition. It also focuses on entrepreneurship development, marketing strategies, and financial management to enhance rural livelihoods and promote environmental conservation.

Youth Awareness Programs

Supported by Dept. of Youth Services (SETVIZ), Govt. of A.P.

We conduct awareness programs in schools and colleges on critical issues such as drug abuse, the importance of wearing helmets, illicit trafficking of women, and eve-teasing. Our objective is to empower youth with the knowledge to make informed decisions, promote social responsibility, and create a positive impact in the community.

Menstrual Hygiene & Hand Wash Programme

Supported by The Coca-Cola Company (CSR)

In association with Coca-Cola, we conduct WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) programs in schools and colleges. This includes distributing hygiene kits (Dettol, soap, etc.) to children, providing sanitary pads to girl students in tribal areas, and running awareness campaigns on personal hygiene, sanitation, and the proper maintenance of toilets at homes and schools.