India Vision Foundation
Strengthens deprived communities through projects in community development, education, healthcare, and women's empowerment promoting positive social change and addressing a range of social challenges
- Bronze Certified 2023
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About
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Headquarters
New Delhi, Delhi
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Since
1994
India Vision Foundation (IVF) is a non-profit organisation that strives to bring about positive social change by providing support and empowerment to Read moredisadvantaged individuals and communities. Founded by Dr Kiran Bedi, India's first woman Indian Police Service officer and social activist, the organisation has been working tirelessly since its establishment to address various social issues and uplift the underprivileged. IVF's primary focus areas include prison reforms, education, women empowerment, healthcare, and community development. In the field of prison reforms, the organisation strives to improve the conditions of inmates, promote rehabilitation, and advocate for human rights. Through educational initiatives, it aims to provide quality education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, emphasizing skill development and holistic growth. The organisation runs programmes to enhance livelihood opportunities for women, promote gender equality, and combat violence against women. It conducts medical camps, awareness campaigns, and health initiatives to improve healthcare access and well-being in marginalized communities. It believes in community-driven development and actively engages with local communities to understand their needs and challenges. The organisation works towards sustainable development by implementing projects that address issues such as water and sanitation, livelihood promotion, and environmental conservation.
Cause Area
Impact
The India Vision Foundation's programmes work across 37 prisons and benefitting 461,170 individuals.
Programs
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Inside Prison Programme
India Vision Foundation's Inside Prison Programme focuses on rehabilitating inmates through the 4S model of reformation, emphasizing skill development, education, values, and healthcare. By providing support and sustainable job opportunities, the program aims to facilitate the inmates' successful reintegration into society, reducing the incidence of repeat offence rates.
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Early Childhood Care Development Programme
The ECCD Program of India Vision Foundation focuses on providing quality early childhood development, care, and pre-primary education to children of prison inmates. Through inside prison day-care centres, contextualized education, nutritious food, healthcare, and holistic play-based approaches, the programme aims to empower these children, transform their mindset and lifestyle, and break the cycle of poverty.
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Children of Vulnerable Family Programme
The programme aims to educate and integrate children of jailed families beyond the age of 6, ensuring their holistic development and protecting them from the negative impacts of parental imprisonment. With the transition to the Family Support Model, India Vision Foundation responds to evolving Government initiatives and regulations, addressing the financial crisis, social stigma, increased vulnerability, adult responsibilities, and interrupted education that these children often face.
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Reintegration & Rehabilitation Programme
The Reintegration & Rehabilitation Programme of India Vision Foundation supports released inmates in starting a fresh chapter, promoting self-respect and talent recognition. By addressing the traumatic effects of confinement, the programme aims to reduce recurrence rates and facilitate smooth reintegration into society through self-sufficiency, highlighting positive aspects of life, and creating new opportunities.
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Training for Prison Officials Programme
This training programme focuses on sensitizing prison officials to prison reforms. It emphasizes the importance of developing empathy, resolving issues, and viewing inmates as individuals undergoing personal growth. By standardizing correctional programmes and building capacities, it aims to enhance the well-being of both inmates and officials, with training conducted in multiple states.
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Demonstrative Learning Programme
Demonstrative Learning is a platform that shares Dr Kiran Bedi's extensive experience in law enforcement, administration, and civil society. It covers a wide range of topics, including grass root leadership, NGO management, public governance, law enforcement, prison reforms, and remedial justice.
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AABFI0756Q
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Registration ID
4595/4
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VO ID / Darpan ID
DL/2009/0022305
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FCRA
231650936
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust