Raipur Diocesan Social Welfare Society

Raipur Diocesan Social Welfare Society RDSWS works towards women’s empowerment, child development, and sustainable livelihoods through health, education, nutrition, and skill development.

RDSWS: A Journey of Empowering Women & Transforming CommunitiesSince 1990, Raipur Diocesan Social Welfare Society (RDSWS...
22/05/2026

RDSWS: A Journey of Empowering Women & Transforming Communities

Since 1990, Raipur Diocesan Social Welfare Society (RDSWS) has been empowering women in rural Chhattisgarh, especially among Dalit, Adivasi, and economically vulnerable communities, creating opportunities where there was once exclusion and silence. Through MahilaMandals and Self-Help Groups (SHGs), women have gained confidence, leadership skills, financial support, and sustainable livelihood opportunities across nine districts.

Since 2021, nearly 250 Women Federations have been actively helping vulnerable families’ access government welfare schemes, benefiting more than 12,000 families. RDSWS has also promoted 26 women’s cooperative societies and 18MahilaPanchayatMandis (FPOs), supporting fair income, local employment, and economic self-reliance. Women federations are also actively involved in addressing issues related to education, sanitation, and nutrition within their communities.
The organization continues to encourage sustainable practices such as kitchen gardening, tree plantation, Mahila Gram Sabha and Gram Sabha to strengthen community participation and environmental care.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, women federations organized community food banks and relief support for vulnerable families. Today, these food banks continue to function actively, reaching out to those in need.

Their journey is not only about development — it is about dignity, resilience, participation, and creating a future where every woman can lead with confidence and every community can thrive with equality and hope.

Today, women leaders nurtured
through RDSWS continue to inspire social change by building stronger, inclusive, and self-reliant communities.

Empowering Rural Children through Quality EducationWe promote quality education for SC, ST, and economically disadvantag...
15/05/2026

Empowering Rural Children through Quality Education
We promote quality education for SC, ST, and economically disadvantaged children studying from Class 5th to 8th.

Our goal is to ensure better educational opportunities and holistic development for children specially the marginalized through community participation, skill development, and child-centered learning initiatives.
Project Objectives:

Motivate parents to support their children’s education.
Improve learning English, Science, and Mathematics of children.
Reduce school dropout rates and improve child retention in schools.

Key Activities:
Coaching Centre's at the Village level.
Orientation Programs for Teachers & Coordinators.
Training on Children’s Parliament & Child Rights.
Capacity Building & Computer Literacy Training for Teachers and Supervisors.
Environmental Protection Workshops through skits, games, cultural activities, poster-making, and plantation drives.
Annual Gatherings with competitions, awards, and higher education guidance.
Exposure Visits & Study Tours for Students.
Quarterly Review Meetings.
Sports and Games.
Expected Impact:
Increased awareness among parents regarding children’s education.
More children benefiting from coaching centers.
Reduced dropout rates in rural areas.
Increased enrolment of girl children in schools.
Better access to higher education opportunities for rural students.
Enhanced awareness of child rights among children.
Active participation of children in solving raise their issues in local level.
“Together, we can build a brighter future where every child gets the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead”

“Education is the manifestation of the perfection already in man.”— Swami Vivekananda We, as Raipur Diocesan Social Welf...
08/05/2026

“Education is the manifestation of the perfection already in man.”
— Swami Vivekananda
We, as Raipur Diocesan Social Welfare Society (RDSWS), believe that every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and live with dignity. However, many children from poor and marginalized communities still struggle to continue their education because of financial difficulties and lack of resources.
Through our Child Education Sponsorship Program, we support children and their families by helping them continue education with hope, confidence, and care.
Today, 380 children are receiving support through this initiative. Behind every number is a child with dreams, talents, and the hope for a better future.
We believe that education can open doors to opportunity, confidence, and lasting change. Together, we continue to build brighter futures—one child at a time.
Join Us in Supporting Children’s Education
Your support can help a child stay in school, continue learning, and move closer to a brighter future.
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
— Nelson Mandela
Children A Difference # SponsorASmile

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Seva Sadan Tatibandh
Raipur
492099

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Tuesday 9am - 5am
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5am
Friday 9am - 5am
Saturday 9am - 5am

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