Dear Friends,
We invite you to explore the IVDP website and discover the inspiring stories of women leading a remarkable SHG movement in empowerment.
Learn about Self Help Groups (SHGs) — their beginnings, core principles, the benefits they bring, and the powerful impact they have on communities through social outreach and sustainable development.
KULANDAI FRANCIS
Founder & President, IVDP
From humble beginnings to becoming a catalyst for change, our history is built on dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to community development.
IVDP's growth story is built on a foundation of trust, transparency, and genuine commitment to community welfare. We have consistently focused on sustainable development models that create long-term impact rather than short-term solutions.
Our approach combines traditional wisdom with modern methodologies, ensuring that our interventions are both culturally appropriate and scientifically sound. This balance has been key to our sustained growth and community acceptance.
The Integrated Village Development Project (IVDP)
IVDP raised support to help people
Community resisted women handling money and savings
IVDP Nethaji School Kottaiyur
Child Friendly Village (UNICEF)
IVDP Training Centre for youth, Hanumanthapuram
Ramon Magsaysay Award
Flood Relief Houses in Cuddalore
A visionary leader with 30+ years of experience in rural development and community empowerment.
Expert in agricultural development and microfinance with deep understanding of rural economics.
The Self-Help Group is a self-governed, peer-controlled, informal association of individuals from similar socio-economic backgrounds, united by a common goal. These groups empower economically disadvantaged individuals by encouraging voluntary savings, pooling resources, and providing financial support to members for productive and urgent needs.
EACH IVDP SELF HELP GROUP IS INDEPENDENT
& SELF-REGULATED BODY
The savings and credit system is designed to empower poor families by helping them break free from debt... Read More
The Group Reserve Fund is an exclusive savings fund maintained... Read More
In IVDP, audits are conducted to evaluate the quality of record-keeping in SHGs’ books of accounts... Read More
The IVDP Self-Help Group (SHG) members consistently require financial support to sustain and expand their... Read More
Measuring success through the positive changes we bring to communities and lives we touch.
Districts
Clusters (CLFs)
Self Help Groups
SHG Members
Does Financial Empowerment reduce gender bias? Research has highlighted what is common in many households in the world – that (mothers and daughters bear a ‘double burden’ which is to keep the house running and also go to work.
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