“Working toward a society grounded in gender equality, equity, and social inclusion.”
Our Reach
Districts
Blocks
Villages
Population
Women Collectives
Adolescent Girls Collectives
Children’s Collectives
Youth Collectives
Stories of Change
ARPAN Brings Me Out of My Shell- Hema Patni
I’m a well-educated 33 year old woman. I have a B.A. in English from Pithoragarh. But I want you to know – I have experienced deep and debilitating repression in my life
Tulsi Devi (Chakkarpur): A Voice of the Raji Community
Tulsi Devi, a 32-year-old Vanraji woman from Banraji Basti in Chakkarpur, Udham Singh Nagar (Uttarakhand), has emerged as a powerful community leader.
Chanchala Devi (Kulekh) Raised Her Voice against Illegal Liquor
Chanchala Devi is a 53-year-old single Raji woman from Kulekh village in Pithoragarh district. She raised the issue of illegal liquor sales in her village during a women’s collective meeting.
Testimonials
I truly enjoy working with the ARPAN team. Here, I get to learn many new things and gain valuable experience. Yes, I have also shared information about ARPAN’s work within my community so that more people can become aware of it. I encourage the people of my village and nearby areas to connect with ARPAN — this organization is genuinely bringing positive change in people’s lives. In my view, it is a remarkable initiative. Thank you.
Tribal Youth Leader
Kimkhola, Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Kimkhola, Dharchula, Pithoragarh
ARPAN evokes courage and strength through Mrs. Renu Thakur’s inspiring leadership. As a young Gram Pradhan in 2008, I gained confidence via ARPAN’s training under Renu Ma’am, Ganga Di, and Mangal Bhai, who instilled “You can do it.” This propelled me to awards like Sarojini Naidu. ARPAN excels as a top NGO; I prioritize its events for learning and equality. Proudly connected, I thank Renu Ma’am and team for empowering women like me.
Former Gram Pradhan & Social Activist
Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Dharchula, Pithoragarh
ARPAN has brought remarkable and positive changes within the community, especially in the lives of women, adolescent girls and members of the Raji tribe. The organization works with complete sincerity at the grassroots level, far from any form of showmanship. I wholeheartedly encourage others to engage with ARPAN’s work, as the organization is making a commendable contribution toward protecting and empowering the rights of girls and women.
Member JJB, Former CWC Chairperson, Pithoragarh
ARPAN empowers women as a vital support pillar, leading to independence and self-reliance among them. It instills confidence, transforming silent village women into bold voices who tackle child marriage, violence, and governance from Gram Sabha to block levels. ARPAN works with government offices, acts as family for single women and brings peace through office visits. Above all, it eradicates fear, hesitation, and dependency.
Former Gram Pradhan
Ghimali, Kanalichina, Pithoragarh
Ghimali, Kanalichina, Pithoragarh
I thank ARPAN for the opportunity to share my story. Over 8–9 years of participation, I transformed from fearful isolation to fearless confidence, stepping out and speaking up freely. ARPAN’s selfless, unbiased work supports all women like me equally, imparting vital knowledge of government schemes. I urge village women to join for rights awareness and self-reliance, praising the organization’s life-changing impact.
Social Activist
Hinkot, Pithoragarh
Hinkot, Pithoragarh
ARPAN demonstrated excellence in tribal health and livelihood initiatives and maintained strong programmatic and financial systems throughout our partnership. Their ability to build government linkages has been particularly noteworthy
Over the years, ARPAN has emerged as a trusted ally in promoting justice and dignity for marginalized communities. Their work on women’s land rights, Scheduled Caste and tribal empowerment, and crisis response reflects a deep commitment to social change.
