About us
Who we are
Our primary concern is the well-being of marginalized populations, including Indigenous Peoples, Dalits, and Minorities, with a specific focus on women and children.
In 1983, a group of educated young men and women from oppressed and marginalized communities came together and establish the Tamil Nadu Tribal Development Society (TNTDS).
The society’s founding members they themselves realized the extent of the deep-rooted disparities in the existing society, identified their root causes, and felt the need to uplift their fellowmen in South India.
The Society’s primary concern is the well-being of marginalized populations, including Indigenous Peoples, Dalits, and Minorities, with a specific focus on women and children. It is committed providing essential aid, imparting valuable skills, and creating opportunities to facilitate their integration into the broader development framework.
Our collaborative spirit extends to working closely with like-minded non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government agencies, dedicated individuals, and others who share our vision and commitment to improving the lives of the underprivileged. Together, we strive to address the multifaceted challenges faced by these communities and inspiring “All in for Development: Development for All”.
Our approach
Our Mission
To help communities to establish meaningful connections with the nature and fellow human beings."
To inspire and guide communities to advance human dignity, equality and collaborative living as core principles for a sustainable future
Our Vision
A society where all can participate and prosper; protect the nature for future generations.
We envision a world where everyone has a seat at the table, where prosperity is shared and environmental responsibility is a shared burden. By fostering connections between communities and nature, we can build a future where all can thrive, today and for generations to come.
Our approach to development is holistic and participatory, guided by the following principles
1. Sustainability: We focus on creating long-lasting solutions that can be maintained by the communities we serve even after our involvement ends.
2. Protecting the Environment: Environmental conservation is central to our mission. We work towards preserving biodiversity combating climate change, and promoting responsible resource management.
3. Preserve Nature: Combating climate change, and promoting responsible resource management.
4. Advancing Social Justice: We advocate for human dignity, gender equality, and social inclusion to create a society without poverty and inequality.
5. Collaboration: We actively seek partnerships with governments, NGOs, businesses, and local stakeholders to leverage collective strengths and resources.
6. Transparency and Accountability: We ensure transparency in all our operations, using funds efficiently and effectively to achieve our goals, while valuing the trust of our supporters and beneficiaries
Our numbers that speak
The Tamil Nadu Tribal Development Society has played a central role in the development sector for the past few decades, with a strong dedication towards the marginalized sections’ development. Over the years, society has consistently reviewed its strategy in response to emerging situations, needs, and priorities from time to time.