Development, in
the real sense of the term, could only fructify once we create
communication bridges to link people - especially those working at
the grassroots.
To build such a
communication bridge, Development Alternatives Information
Network (DAINET) has published a series of NGO directories to
facilitate sustainable development efforts at the micro as well as
macro level.
The DAINET NGO Directory series
provides reliable and factual information on 3700 NGOs spread across
the subcontinent. These numerous NGOs are working at different
levels of advocacy, planning, execution and monitoring of the
numerous developmental activities taking place all over India.
The Directory is
presented in 15 volumes, covering various states and regions. Each
volume profiles between 150 - 300 NGOs. Apart from the financing
and staffing details, the NGO profile includes the aims and
activities of the organisation per se, along with its target
groups. Probably, the key element for forging new partnerships is
the information on the products and services which the NGOs offer
and require. All the NGOs figuring in the DAINET Directory have
indicated their keen interest in collaborating with other partners
in the development arena.
The DAINET NGO
Directory has been successful in creating an information network to
link various government agencies, industrial groups, research bodies
as well as national and international donor agencies engaged in
promoting sustainable development. One positive outcome of such a
venture is building up synergies between the different actors of
development, which could certainly pave the way towards addressing
the grassroots problems in a more effective manner.
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