About Us | Gramin Vikas Evam Chetana Sansthan

About Organisation

How a family of 10 members has reached to more than 50,000+ members today. Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan (GVCS) was established on 7th July, 1998 and has been working on a broad spectrum of rural development activities since then. By joining their forces, Ruma Devi & Vikram Singh started working together with the motto being. To empower Women Artisans to Reinstate Their value and to make handicrafts a viable means of creating home-based employment for women artisans.

GVCS, Barmer is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and social welfare association which was founded for the upliftment of women, Dalits and marginalised communities in the region. The core area of focus has been livelihood generation for the women of the region. GVCS has promoted handicrafts as a viable means of creating home-based employment that provides them with a steady source of income from the security of their home environment, which makes their home lives much easier.

Other programmes managed by GVCS include: SHG formation, Flood relief and fodder for drought-affected cattle. and education programmes for children & women. GVCS believes that true development can only happen when all Sections of the village community and community-based Organisations are involved in the decision-making process.

Hence, GVCS encourages equal participation of all, in the creation and implementation of its programmes, Stardom rather than slowing things down has actually been a catalyst & has helped bring more communities together not only the hands who seek help but also the people who want to help the growth of GVCS.

Vikram Singh

Secretary, GVCS

With years of experience in rural development, he has played a crucial role in advancing the Foundation’s mission to empower women, support marginalised communities, and preserve traditional crafts. His hands-on understanding and leadership skills ensure that GVCS initiatives are deeply rooted in the community and focused on making a positive impact.

Our Team

Ruma Devi

President, GVCS

A relentless social activist and national awardee whose passion for empowerment has illuminated the lives of countless individuals in her community and beyond. With an unwavering commitment to uplifting the marginalized and promoting sustainable livelihoods, Ruma Devi has become a symbol of hope and change.