Welcome to ARTS

A dedicated NGO committed to transforming and uplifting rural communities through innovative technologies and comprehensive support services.

The Story

Srikakulam is a home to thousands of tribal families whose daily lives were shaped by the challenges of limited resources, poor infrastructure, and social exclusion. ARTS emerged as a response to these hardships, with a vision to transform the region through innovative, community-driven solutions. The organization’s goal was simple yet powerful: to help these communities discover their own strengths and build a foundation for sustainable development.

The Beginning

Srikakulam is a home to thousands of tribal families whose daily lives were shaped by the challenges of limited resources, poor infrastructure, and social exclusion. ARTS emerged as a response to these hardships, with a vision to transform the region through innovative, community-driven solutions. The organization’s goal was simple yet powerful: to help these communities discover their own strengths and build a foundation for sustainable development.

The Story

Our Mission

To promote and strengthen livelihood system in a sustainable, Equality, manner by natural resource management through people’s participation by building community-Based Organization.

Our Vision

To work towards Society based on human dignity, equality, cooperation, justice and peace.

Meet the Leaders Behind the Change

Dr. Sreelatha

President

Komali Saloni

Vice President ARTS.

N. Sanyasi Rao

Secratory

N. Varalamma

Treasurer

Building Community Strength

  • Collaborating with local leaders to understand their unique needs.
  • Implemented sustainable agricultural practices, watershed management, and natural resource conservation programs.
  • Address education, women’s empowerment, and health, tackling root causes of poverty.

Innovation for Sustainability

  • ARTS emphasized long-term sustainability by introducing techniques like Slope Agriculture Land Technologies (SALT) to enhance crop yields and soil conservation.
  • They established Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) to help small farmers access larger markets and secure fair prices for their produce.

Championing Women's Leadership

  • A significant achievement was empowering tribal women through self-help groups (SHGs) and economic initiatives.
  • These women, many becoming first-time entrepreneurs, now lead community changes, advocating for improved education, healthcare, and future opportunities.

Strategic interventions

Over the years, ARTS has designed its strategic interventions focusing on inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability, aligning with local needs and global best practices.

Public Private Philanthropic Partnership for Rural Economic Development
Community Centric Development
Digital and Technological Innovation
Enterprise Building
Strong Capacity and leadership building
Monitoring and evaluation
Sustainable development

Sustainable Development Goals

Partners

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