About Us

Who We Are


Divya Jyoti Mahila Vikash (DJMV) is a nonprofit community-based organization dedicated to creating and implementing innovative programs aimed at empowering girls and women to advocate for themselves and strengthen their communities. Established in 2000, we are currently engaged in collaborating with women's self-help groups and girls' clubs, which directly engage with girls and women in vulnerable communities to address their real-time needs effectively. Our operations span across more than 50 coastal and tribal villages within the Ganjam district of Odisha.....

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Our Vision & Mission

Vision & Mission



 Vision :

    A society where girls and women prosper .

  Mission :

    Empowering vulnerable girls and women to improve their quality of life

Core

Core Value




Participation

We actively engage our team members, stakeholders, and communities to foster collaboration and inclusivity in decision-making processes.

Respect

We value the dignity, diversity, and contributions of every individual, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and appreciation

Accountability

We hold ourselves responsible for our actions, decisions, and their outcomes, striving for integrity and excellence in all aspects of our work.

Commitment

We are dedicated to achieving our goals with unwavering determination, resilience, and passion, demonstrating consistency and perseverance in our endeavors.

Transparency

We believe in open communication, honesty, and integrity, ensuring clarity and trust in all our interactions and operations


We Do

What We Do



Quality Education

Empowering girls through education unlocks the potential of not just one individual, but entire communities and nations.

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Sustainable Liveihoods

We are committed to promoting the sustainability of land and coastal resources, empowering people with skills, and fostering diversified...

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Gender Equality

Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world.

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Works

Impact Of Our Works




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Campaign

Our Campaign



Grow Your Own Food Campaign

    The essence of "growing your own food" lies in individuals and communities cultivating fruits, vegetables, and herbs for personal sustenance. At DJMV, we champion this practice, emphasizing the profound rewards of nurturing your own produce with local resources and indigenous wisdom. It's not just about what you grow – it's about reclaiming control over your food source, enjoying the literal fruits of your labor, and reaping the benefits, especially evident during the challenging times like the Covid-19 ........

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Menstrual Hygiene Campaign

    Breaking Taboos, Empowering Women: A Menstrual Hygiene Campaign in Odisha

    In many communities, menstruation is shrouded in stigma and myths, leading to unhygienic practices that endanger women's health. In Odisha's fishing community, these taboos persist, with women forced into isolation during menstruation and using unclean methods of managing their periods.

    To address this issue, Divya Jyoti Mahila Vikash launched a menstrual hygiene management program aimed at promoting awareness ........

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Empower Her: Know Your Rights

    In the vibrant democracy of India, it is imperative that every citizen, especially girls and women, is equipped with the knowledge of their fundamental rights. The "Empower Her: Know Your Rights" campaign, initiated by DJMVDJMV, aims to build the capacity of girls and women to understand their fundamental rights and to actively participate as citizens in India's democratic society. Supported by the National Foundation for India and other stakeholders, this campaign is a targeted effort to educate individuals abou ........

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Goals

Strategic Goals

DJMV Strategic Goals for 2025-2030



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Goal 1

Improve access to and the quality of education for over 5,000 children cumulatively by 2030.

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Goal 2

Promote market-led sustainable livelihoods for over 10,000 marginalized women by 2030.

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Goal 3

Enhance safety and security for girls in remote rural areas.

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Goal 4

Provide sexual reproductive health and menstrual hygiene services to 10,000 needy girls and young women.

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Goal 5

Strengthen women's and girls' collectives to access livelihoods and social security schemes.

Media & News

Our Latest Media & News



Testimonial

That's What They Said



Story on Kitchen Garden

Success Stories

In the remote tribal village of Khandalbandha, Krushna Mallik and her family, driven by a desire for self-reliance, embraced the idea of growing their vegetables.


Key Partners

Our Partners for Change

Global Greengrants Funds

Sankalp

Australian Consulate General, Kolkata

VGIF International ,USA

NYKS

Nourish International , USA

Australian High Commission ,New Delhi

Kingdom Of Netherland Embassy, New Delhi

German Embassy, Kolkata

National Foundation For India

VIEWS India