Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan, Barmer is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and social welfare association founded in order to uplift rural communities, focusing on women, and marginalized communities. It was established on 7th July, 1998 and has been working for rural development through various initiatives in the sector of livelihood, education, health and infrastructure. GVCS originated with the objective of providing livelihoods to rural communities, especially women. Gradually, it started developing cultural and folk activities of Asia's largest Thar desert region recognizing the cultural milestone of this region. Being rich in Art, Folk and handicraft area, GVCS initiated the movement to preserve this unique heritage through the livelihood and folk culture. Handicrafts are the legacy to the society of this region which has been passed on from generation to generation and GVCS identified this art as a means of home-based employment to rural women.
GVCS is actively working in the education sector, through Akshara Scholarship which aims to promote children to get educated and nurture their art and sports talent. GVCS believes the well being of society is the key to development of society, in result it has started the doorstep health services provision.
Other programs managed by GVCS includes SHG formation, flood relief, fodder for drought affected cattle and education programs for child & women. GVCS believes that true development can only happen when all sections of the village community and community based organizations are involved in the decision-making process. Hence, it encourages equal participation of all in the creation and implementation of its programs.
VISION
GVCS Vision is to create a society void of exploitation and deprivation of any kind.
MISSION
Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan functions to bring all round development of human society by providing livelihood, education and well being to communities irrespective of caste, class, ethnicity and gender. It promotes women empowerment and rural development by creating awareness of human rights and self worth.
AIM
The aim of GVCS is to empower rural artisan and their community in order to create relevant livelihood opportunities.
CORE VALUES
-Integrity
-Cooperation and Partnership
-Mutual Respect
-Transparency and Accountability
-Sustainability
About Us
GVCS, Barmer is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and social welfare association which was founded for the upliftment of women, Dalits and marginalised communities in the region.
ABOUT BARMER
WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT BARMER?
A tiny yet lively town in sun-drenched sands, ampoule Barmer is a miniature Rajasthan with all its colour, warmth and tradition. According to historical records, the 13th century founder of the district, Bahada Rao (popularly known as Bar Rao) gave the town its name Barmer, i.e., the hill fort of Bar.Once called Malani in 12th century A.D., the present Barmer district, formed in 1949 upon the merger of Jodhpur state in the United States of Great Rajasthan, is a cluster of ancient paraganas Mallani Shiv, Pachpadra, Siwana and the Chohatan area. Although a barren land with harsh climate and rough terrain, Barmer is known for its rich crafts, dances and music. Once on the ancient camel trade route, the town is now the centre for wood carving, pottery, carpets, intricate embroidery work, block printed fabrics and multi-hued traditional costumes. Especially famous are the geometric ajrak prints in dark shades of red and blue, idea for protection against the sun.The most interesting part of a trip to Barmer is the journey through rural Rajasthan. The small villages with mud-walled houses decorated with delicate folk motifs and colorfully attired people on the way offer a fascinating sight.Every day in March, the desert town is at its colourful best during the exuberant Barmer festival. The festival is the best time to plan a visit to Barmer.
OUR STORY
Our Journey so far
GVCS, Barmer is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and social welfare association which was founded for the upliftment of women, Dalits and marginalised communities in the region. It was established on 7th July, 1998 and has been working on a broad spectrum of rural development activities since then.
The core area of focus has been livelihood generation for the women of the region. GVCS has promoted handicrafts as a viable means of creating home –based employment that provides them with a steady source of income from the security of their home environment. Other programs managed by GVCS includes SHG formation, flood relief, fodder for drought affected cattle and education programs for child & women. GVCS believes that true development can only happen when all sections of the village community and community based organisations are involved in the decision making process. Hence, it encourages equal participation of all in the creation and implementation of its programs.
To empower Women Artisans to Reinstate Their value and to make Handicraft as a viable means of creating home-based employment for women artisans.
SUCCESS STORIES
GVCS, Barmer is an non-governmental is setting up a benchmark for all women who aspire to achieve success in their lives.
Ruma Devi, Who super heads GVCS of Barmer, has been Featured In India Today. Ruma Devi is Tribes India Design Consultant and Brand Icon who has established a collective of over 22000 tribal and rural Women Artisans who produce world class ethnic wear, which we proudly market all over the world. The President of India recently conferred the prestigious “Mahila Shakti Award” to Ruma Devi ji for her dedicated work in February 2019. She was featured on the cover of India Today Anniversary Issue of December 2018 of the magazine as a shining example of women entrepreneurship and leadership. Surti Bai, drugs a veteran artisan from jasai village of Barmer, troche has been doing embroidery since she was a kid. She along with thousand other people from Pakistan came to India at the time of ’71 war. For them the war didn’t end when both the armies retreated to their camps. They have been struggling for living with dignity over last 2-3 centuries.
GVCS Vision is to create a society void of exploitation and deprivation of any kind.
Khetu Devi, a young lady from Sangakuna village is an enthusiastic learner & practitioner of Embroidery. Her hands are so familiar with the needle and thread that when embroidery comes on fabric it gives a feeling of blooming flowers so full of life and color. She is carrying forward the rich legacy of craft which is integral part of community’s identity and culture. She along with her friends Cheni, Keshari, Nirmala, Pushpa and Hema does this with great devotion and love. Whenever we think cynically about craft and its fading away from day to day life, likes of Khetu assures us about craft’s universality and timelessness.