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Youth Education, Mental Growth & Healthy Life Mission

Through counselling and mental health awareness, we guide young people and families to strengthen learning abilities, build confidence, and move forward toward meaningful careers and hopeful futures.

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Pad ATM for Safe Periods and Healthy Life

Led by the Savitribai Phule Kishori Club, this initiative supports adolescent girls with safe menstrual choices, helping them live with dignity, health awareness, and self-confidence.

Our Mission
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Girls Rise Against Child Marriage and Violence

Adolescent girls unite under the Child Marriage Free Campaign, taking a strong pledge to stand against child marriage, abuse, sexual violence, and trafficking while choosing safety, dignity, and fearless futures.

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Food, Safety, and Dignity in Times of Disaster

During floods and emergencies, we support the most vulnerable with cooked meals, dry ration, hygiene kits, and safe care so that every life is protected and every family finds strength to continue.

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Women Growing Their Own Livelihoods

Landless women learn organic farming of millets, mushrooms, and vegetables using simple scientific methods, creating sustainable income, confidence, and equal participation in rural economies.

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Honouring Young Voices at the State-Level Youth Dialogue

Girls from the Savitribai Phule Kishori Club are recognized for their powerful voices on education, career aspirations, and constitutional values, inspiring many others to return to learning and pursue new opportunities.

Success Stories
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Manobal Bihar – Community Mental Health Initiative

Building open conversations on mental health with youth and communities, nurturing emotional strength, healthy daily habits, and supportive learning environments at the grassroots.

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State-Level Dialogue on Ambedkar, Buddha, and Equal Rights

A people’s dialogue connecting the teachings of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and Gautam Buddha, exploring equality, justice, dignity, and constitutional values that guide communities toward collective progress.

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Youth Leaders Planning Bihar’s Future Together

Young members of the Bihar Ambedkar Youth Forum come together to discuss youth policy, education equity, and budget priorities, sharing ideas and shaping pathways for inclusive opportunities.

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Bihar Ambedkar Youth Forum – Learning, Career, Earning, Leading

A vibrant youth platform where education, mental resilience, entrepreneurship, and leadership come together to shape confident and self-reliant young citizens of Bihar.

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From Struggle to Strength – Women Driving Their Own Future

Women from marginalized communities learn e-rickshaw driving and gain vehicles to earn independently, creating livelihoods rooted in dignity, equality, and local opportunity.

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Ambedkar Prerna Study Hub – Learning Back, Moving Forward

A welcoming learning space where marginalized youth return to education, rebuild confidence, and prepare for higher studies, careers, and competitive opportunities, with special encouragement for young girls.

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SAMVIDHAN KA SANKALP: HASHIYE KI AWAAZ SE BADLAV KA AGAAZ

“Ambedkar jayanti ke avsar par mahilaon ne bandhutva, samanata aur nyay ke sankalp ke saath jagai nai chetna—jahan har awaaz ab samman, adhikar aur badlav ki kahani likh rahi hai.”

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JOURNEY OF THE FOUNDER FROM STRUGGLE TO SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION

THE JOURNEY TO CHANGE THE WORLD BEGINS WITH ONE 'S OWN SUFFERING AND THE COURAGE OF MILLIONS OF MARGINALIZED WOMEN AND CHILDREN.

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"The journey to justice begins when we empower the most marginalized."

Mr. Dharmendra Kumar “The journey to change the world begins with one’s own suffering—and the courage to rise beyond it.”
Mr. Dharmendra Kumar: A Resolve from Disdain to Self-Respect
Born in a small hamlet of Patna, Dharmendra Kumar’s childhood was spent in those lanes where a person's identity was defined not by their ability, but by their caste. On the threshold of school, along with education, he received the insult of sitting separately. That pain, that loneliness, and those closed doors could have broken his young mind, but he turned the fire of that insult into a torch.

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Join Us in This Journey of Change

Your support helps us reach more communities, educate every child, empower women, and build a compassionate society rooted in equality and justice.

Let us join hands to step together toward a brighter, equal, and sustainable future.
About Us

We Believe in the Power to Create

A Positive Impact

A 30-Year Journey of Sensitivity—Connecting Hearts, Enriching Lives Welcome to an initiative where every story matters, every effort carries a sense of belonging, and every life finds a renewed sense of hope to move forward. Over the past three decades, Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti (DVAS) has not just worked for communities, but has built deep human connections—rooted in trust, understanding, and togetherness .

The journey of DVAS moves forward by engaging with people who aspire to improve their lives. The organization works alongside them to create an environment where every individual feels valued, recognizes their inner potential, and gains the to move ahead in life. Read More...

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Our Commitment
To ensure dignity, equality, and justice for every individual through empowerment, education, and opportunity

OUR KEY INITIATIVES

Social Inclusion

Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti (DVAS) empowers marginalized communities � including Dalits, Adivasis, women, LGBTQ+, transgender persons, sex workers, and other vulnerable groups � to actively participate in decision-making.

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Education

DVAS works to integrate marginalized, destitute, and out-of-school children into safe, nutritious, pre-primary, and discrimination-free quality education.

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Health and Mental Well-being

DVAS strengthens the mental, physical, and emotional health of marginalized communities especially women, adolescent girls, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Gender Equality

Ensuring equal opportunities and justice by raising awareness and providing legal and psychosocial support to end discrimination.

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Sustainable livelihoods & Innovation

Promoting skill development and self-employment opportunities for women and youth to ensure financial independence.

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Urban Resilence & Workers Empowerment

DVAS works with urban poor and marginalized communities to ensure safety, housing, and access to basic rights.

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Climate Resilience

Raising awareness about climate justice, disaster management, and sustainable living to protect vulnerable communities.

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Community Based Research

DVAS conducts evidence-based community studies and works collaboratively with governance systems to strengthen transparency.

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Our Impact

Transforming Lives Since Our Inception

21,50,000+ Total Reach
4,50,000+ Women Empowered
85,000+ Children Educated
40,000+ Self-Reliant Youth
4,20,000+ Mental Health
21,50,000+ Total Reach
4,50,000+ Women Empowered
85,000+ Children Educated
40,000+ Self-Reliant Youth
4,20,000+ Mental Health

Testimonials

Hear from the people whose lives we've touched

"I am Rupa Kumari. I had to leave my studies earlier, but the Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti through the Bihar Ambedkar Prerna Study Hub gave me a new hope and the opportunity to learn. Today, having passed my intermediate exam with first division, I am confidently moving towards higher education. This is a new chapter in my life, and I take pride in my growth and achievements."

The work of Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti over the past 30 years has brought remarkable transformation in the holistic development of marginalized communities. Their efforts in education, mental well-being, and women’s empowerment are truly commendable. This dedication has created lasting impact and deserves deep appreciation and recognition."

Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti, through UNICEF�s 2022 Nutrition-Free Campaign, helped 50,000 children overcome malnutrition and empowered families with vital nutrition awareness. Recognized with a Certificate of Appreciation by UNICEF Chief Sunish Jaubari and Vitamin Angels President, this honor fuels our mission to create a brighter, healthier future for every child.

Through Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti, I received skill education and the opportunity to become self-reliant. I was freed from child marriage and also supported other girls in escaping early marriage and continuing their education. Today, I am engaged in running a Pad ATM, ensuring menstrual safety for adolescent girls in my community. This journey has given me dignity, confidence, and a new direction in life.

The efforts of Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti have brought meaningful change among women, urban poor, and migrant workers. Through livelihood support and mental health initiatives, people are becoming more confident and hopeful. I appreciate their contribution.

Through Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti, youth in our area have become more aware of education and mental well-being. Earlier, many lacked direction, but today they are moving forward with confidence and purpose. This change has brought new hope.

The mental health awareness and counseling programs conducted in schools and communities have brought a meaningful change in many lives. People are now more open, aware, and emotionally stronger. This initiative has truly served the larger public good.

With the support of Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti, our school has seen more children return to classrooms and learn in a positive, inclusive environment. The strengthening of the School Management Committee and regular engagement has made a real difference.

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Stories in Motion

Beyond Exclusion: Suman’s Journey to a Dignified Life

Beyond Exclusion: Suman’s Journey to a Dignified Life

"From the thorns of social exclusion to the road of dignity—Suman is now driving past inhuman pain toward a self-reliant future." Read More...

Unbroken Spirit: Asha Devi’s Rise from Silence to Leadership

Unbroken Spirit: Asha Devi’s Rise from Silence to Leadership

"From the despair of a cold overbridge to the strength of self-reliance—Asha Devi’s journey is a testament to the power of dignity over displacement." Read More...

Echoes of Silent Dreams: From Shackles to Schooling

Echoes of Silent Dreams: From Shackles to Schooling

"Piercing the darkness of menstrual stigma and insecurity, daughters of the Musahar community are now rewriting their fate at the school gates." Read More...

Beyond Hunger: A Future Reclaimed

Beyond Hunger: A Future Reclaimed

"Breaking the chains of malnutrition, little Durga’s eyes now shine with self-respect and the dream of becoming a Police Officer." Read More...

The Guardian of Dreams: How a Grandmother’s Courage Saved a Village School

The Guardian of Dreams: How a Grandmother’s Courage Saved a Village School

"I may be uneducated, but I will not let my grandchildren’s future remain silent. If we don’t speak today, their tomorrow will be lost." Read More...

Broken Silences, Rising Flames

Broken Silences, Rising Flames

Savitribai Phule Kishori Club: The Saga of a Future 'Doctor' Ending Child Marriage Read More...

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Beby Devi
Voice of Change Makers

Once, I was confined by silence and hardship, but courage and the power of learning transformed the direction of my life. With digital skills and new confidence, today I am not only accessing government schemes, but also raising my voice against child marriage and violence, while guiding other women—believing that one empowered woman can transform an entire community.

Beby Devi

Mamta Singh
Voice of Change Makers

Due to economic inequality, caste-based oppression, and the compulsion of migrant labor, she was deeply trapped in depression, where suicidal thoughts constantly troubled her. The mental health helpline of Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti (DVAS) gave her new hope—today, she lives with courage and inspires change.

Mamta Singh

Priyanka Kumari
Voice of Change Makers

From the brink of child marriage to becoming a voice for over 100 girls, Priyanka chose education over silence. Today, as a youth leader, she champions girls’ safety, dignity, and equal opportunity—proving that when one girl dares to speak, an entire generation rises beyond barriers.

Priyanka Kumari

Suman Kumari
Voice of Change Makers

Rejected for her identity and forced from home, Suman turned pain into power. With skills, dignity, and her own E-rickshaw, she rebuilt her life through courage and self-reliance. Today, she drives forward not just a vehicle—but hope, respect, and opportunity for her entire transgender community.

Suman Kumari

Sudha Kumari
Voice of Change Makers

In communities where TB and mental distress were once hidden behind stigma and fear, silence often meant suffering alone. Through consistent outreach, patient identification, counseling, and linkage to treatment under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, lives began to change. Support as a Nishchay Mitra restored confidence, dignity, and emotional strength�turning illness into recovery and hesitation into hope.

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Our Blogs

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A Story of Freedom from Malnutrition and...

In many villages of Bihar, especially among Dalit, Musahar, and other marginalized communities, childhood has long been...

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“Manobal Bihar: Restoring Hope & Dignity...

 In the overlooked corners of Bihar—where poverty, caste-based discrimination, and cycles of debt suffocate everyday...

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Driving Change: Ruby Devi — From Fear to...

Where hunger and fear once halted life, hope found a way to move it forward. Ruby Devi, a resident of Kazhiyapur slum...

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Upcoming Events
14 APRIL 2026 MORWA SAMASTIPUR
“Ambedkar Jayanti: A Dialogue for Equality, Fraternity, and Justice”
05 MAY 2026 GAYA
Health & Hygiene Awareness Campaign.
12 APRIL 2026 BIHAR
Workshop on Social Leadership & Youth.
14 APRIL 2026 MORWA SAMASTIPUR
“Ambedkar Jayanti: A Dialogue for Equality, Fraternity, and Justice”
05 MAY 2026 GAYA
Health & Hygiene Awareness Campaign.
12 APRIL 2026 BIHAR
Workshop on Social Leadership & Youth.
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