NGO’s Intervention to Bring Change in the Society- A Case Study of ‘SIRRA'

Abstract

Any organization, whether NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) or Government, involved in the rural or urban development is making concerted efforts in diverse activities. Some NGO’s are involved in helping weaker sections of the society such as small andmarginal farmers, agricultural labourers, reservation castes, while others engage in, setting up schools and hospitals in the rural areas, provision of better nutrition to children, health intervention, family welfare, organizing vocational training to enable youth and special programmes formulated for senior citizens. Srinivas Institute of Rural Reconstruction Agency (SIRRA) is one such NGO engaged in Rural Welfare activities for the past Ten years. This NGO is formed under the aegis of A. Shama Rao Foundation, which is well known in the field of quality education services, and sponsored over nineteen colleges. SIRRA has a team of experienced trainers and resource persons who would always guide the rural development activities in Dakshina Kannada District. With the rich knowledge, skills and contacts gained, SIRRA organized various programme and provides opportunity for student Social Workers to practice their field practicum. This was done in the collaboration with Srinivas Institute of Medical Science and Research centre, Mangalore. SIRRA organized number of community outreach programmes, medical camps, street plays, awareness programmes etc. for the disadvantaged sections of the society. This study explores the intervention activities and its impact on the society, through the case study.