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Learn About Us
Two Hindi words ‘CHALE CHALO’ meaning ‘Let’s Move Forward’ is a Grassroots Development Organization with a Professional Commitment. Established and registered under the Indian Trust Act 1882 on April 21, 2005, CHALE CHALO has been working closely on various developmental issues in Odisha, where many communities face extreme poverty and are affected by disasters, inequality, unsustainable development practices, poor governance, and environmental degradation—issues that threaten human survival and development.
Since its inception, CHALE CHALO has been committed to working closely with local communities to promote inclusive, equitable, just, and sustainable development. The individuals involved with CHALE CHALO primarily come with a strong background in social initiatives, dedicated to bringing positive change. Our organization is guided by core principles that include self-regulation, democratic functioning, non-violence, equality, and equal opportunity.
We emphasize respect for human values, dignity, and human rights. We are committed to nature, caring, sharing, transparency, accountability, responsiveness, and the adoption of best practices in all our work.
Our Mission:
Our Vision:
🌍 To work towards poverty reduction and sustainable development.
Our Values:
Our Goals:
To build self-reliant and climate-resilient communities by ensuring access to quality education, health and nutrition, water security, livelihood opportunities, and sustainable environmental conservation—strengthening equity, governance, and inclusive development.
Our Recognition
Chale Chalo is a fully registered and compliant organization, committed to transparency and good governance. Our legal recognitions underscore our dedication to operating within the highest standards of accountability.
Transparency & Accountability
People Who Move Us...
Chairman
Lecturer & Social Worker, Principal in Palli Niketan College, Deolpada. M.A. in Odia and M.A. in Sociology, 15 years of experience in the Development Sector.
Director
Development Consultant & Social Worker. M.A. in Economics, PGDRD, 18 years of experience in the Development Sector.
Treasurer
Development Consultant & Social Worker. BSc and PGDRD, 26 years of experience in the Development Sector.
Trustee
School Health Warden & Social Worker. Intermediate, 10 years of experience in the Development Sector.
Trustee
Cooperative Society & Social Worker. Graduation in Arts, 25 years of experience as a Social Worker.
Trustee
ASHA & Social Worker. Matriculation, 15 years of experience as a Social Worker.
Trustee
Farmer & Social Worker. Matriculation, 18 years of experience as a Social Worker.
