Our story, our mission, our impact

PRIDE(R) was founded by Executive Director Peer Saheb Y. to drive grassroots development. Backed by his deep experience with MYRADA / Plan International (H.D. Kote) and World Bank-assisted water and sanitation initiatives, he launched PRIDE(R) to work directly with community members. While we began with water awareness, our mission has since evolved into a comprehensive framework. Today, we prioritize vital health initiatives alongside sustainable women and child development for rural and urban areas. We view our work as an ongoing process, working consistently for the public to create lasting socio-economic change.

PRIDE(R) transforms communities through a powerful blend of social protection and economic empowerment. Our counseling initiatives protect women and children by resolving domestic disputes, preventing early child marriages, and guiding women on their legal rights. Beyond social welfare, we actively create jobs for rural youth and women. By providing hands-on, skill-oriented training, we empower community members to launch their own small enterprises and establish self-reliant rural groups, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and a happy, dignified future for all.