Education for Every Child
Help Shape Their Future

Education for Every Child

We organize and provide financial assistance to child education entities, ensuring every child has a fair chance at a better future.

Healthcare for the Remote
GROWING TOGETHER SINCE 1980

Healthcare for the Remote

Reducing maternal and infant mortality through mobile health units and community awareness programs in inaccessible villages.

Empowering Communities
BUILDING SUSTAINABLE FUTURES

Empowering Communities

Empowering individuals with vocational training and skills to secure sustainable livelihoods and financial independence.

Sanitation & Hygiene: Building Clean, Healthy Communities
The "Achhi Aadat" Campaign

Sanitation & Hygiene: Building Clean, Healthy Communities

In collaboration with NACDIP and supported by JICA (Japan), PREM organized the "Achhi Aadat" (Good Habits) awareness campaign.

Women Empowerment: Turning Potential into Power
BUILDING SUSTAINABLE FUTURES

Women Empowerment: Turning Potential into Power

We move beyond subsistence by equipping women with the skills to become entrepreneurs and decision-makers

Agro-Forestry & Biodiversity
From Shifting Cultivation to Sustainable Horticulture

Agro-Forestry & Biodiversity

Under a major DFID-funded project, 223 communities planted 4.5 lakh fruit-bearing seedlings across 30,000 acres of shifting cultivation area and barren lands

OUR REACH

43 Years of Impact

What started as a small literacy movement has grown into a multi-faceted development organization. We believe in transparency and measurable outcomes.

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CHILDREN HAVE GOT EDUCATION SUPPORT ( 60% ARE GIRLS)

Across Odisha & Other States

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CHILDREN HAVE GOT JOB PLACEMENTS

In 30 Districts OF Odisha

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WOMEN HAVE RECEIVED LIFE SKILLS & IGP TRAINING

Formal & Non-formal

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YOUTHS

Undergone with Leadership Training

43 Years of Impact
Dr. Jacob Thundyil

Dr. Jacob Thundyil

PRESIDENT & FOUNDER

A Message from President, PREM's Desk...

"The journey of PREM (People’s Rural Education Movement) over its remarkable 43 plus years stands as a testament to its unwavering commitment to the marginalized and oppressed communities in India. From its inception in 1982, PREM's focus has been on total transformation, aiming at the economic, social, and political upliftments of marginalized groups such as Adivasis, Dalits, fisherfolk, and landless farmers. The organization’s core belief, embodied in its mantra of Mukti and Pragati (Liberation and Development), has guided its efforts, demonstrating that liberation from socio-economic oppression must precede any true development. This dual focus on liberation and development is foundational to PREM's work and success."

- Jacob Thundyil

Our Mission

The mission of PREM is to support, empower and facilitate people’s organizations for sustainable development in education, governance, health and livelihood; for access to knowledge, resources and innovation to achieve quality of life; and for mainstreaming gender equality, child rights, social inclusion and human rights for Adivasi, Dalit, Fisherfolk and other marginalized communities of India.

Our Vision

PREM’s vision is the creation of a new social order in which the present unorganized and marginalized people have a say in decision making, where education creates awareness and develops skills and fosters the growth of talents, where culture is ever creative, where men and women are totally liberated from all dehumanizing and oppressive forces and where the decisions of individuals and communities are based on the values of social justice, equality, truth, freedom and the dignity of human life.

PREM community work

What We Do

Holistic Development Areas

Addressing the root causes of poverty through integrated community-led interventions.

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Recognition

Awards & Recognition

We are humbled by the accolades received for our dedicated work in community development over the decades.

Letter of appreciation given by Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA)  for PREM’s Outstanding work to create awareness on Achi Aadat Campaign( Good Practice) throughout India

Letter of appreciation given by Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA) for PREM’s Outstanding work to create awareness on Achi Aadat Campaign( Good Practice) throughout India

Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA) - 2022
Certificate of appreciation given by (DRDA) District Rural Development Agency Ganjam for distribution of dry ration kit to the marginalized families during Covid-19 Pandemic

Certificate of appreciation given by (DRDA) District Rural Development Agency Ganjam for distribution of dry ration kit to the marginalized families during Covid-19 Pandemic

District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) Ganjam - 2020
Certificate of appreciation given by (DRDA) District Rural Development Agency Ganjam for distribution of dry ration kit to the marginalized families during Covid-19 Pandemic

Certificate of appreciation given by (DRDA) District Rural Development Agency Ganjam for distribution of dry ration kit to the marginalized families during Covid-19 Pandemic

District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) Ganjam - 2021
Certificate of Appreciation given by Collector & District Magistrate Ganjam for management of ST & SC Urban Hostel at Berhmapur Ganjam

Certificate of Appreciation given by Collector & District Magistrate Ganjam for management of ST & SC Urban Hostel at Berhmapur Ganjam

Collector & District Magistrate Ganjam - 2022

Our Network

Our Esteemed Partners

We are proud to collaborate with a diverse network of government, corporate, and international organizations to amplify our impact.

Axis Bank Foundation
UNICEF
Tata Steel Foundation
Government of India
UNDP
Government of Odisha
ActionAid

Testimonials

What Our Supporters Say

"Volunteering with PREM was a life-changing experience. Seeing the direct impact of their work on the ground was incredibly inspiring. The team is dedicated and the community is so welcoming." "

 Priya Sharma

Priya Sharma

Corporate Volunteer, Tech Mahindra

"PREM's community health model is one of the most effective I've seen. Their ability to reach the last mile and build trust within the communities is commendable and key to their success."

Dr. Ramesh Kumar

Dr. Ramesh Kumar

Health Advisor, UNICEF

"Before PREM, I never thought I could run a business. Today, with their training and support, our Self-Help Group has its own tailoring unit. We are not just earning, we are respected."

Anjali Soren

Anjali Soren

SHG Leader, Ganjam

"PREM's educational support has given my daughter the confidence to dream big. We are so grateful for their intervention in our village."

Rajesh Singh

Rajesh Singh

Parent of a student

Join Us in Making a Difference

Your support can change lives. Whether you volunteer your time, make a donation, or partner with us, you are a crucial part of our mission.