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Holistic Action Research and Development (HARD)

Holistic Action Research and Development (HARD) is a grassroots NGO working since 1999 in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. We empower communities through knowledge and awareness programs focused on education, livelihood development, and child protection, with the goal of building a just, equitable society.

Our Mission

HARD strive to empower the oppressed so that they are able to obtain a decent standard of living working with the poor especially schedule Cast and Scheduled tribal.

Our Vision

The Organization has a beautiful dream for the future it envisions the establishment of an egalitarian society, a society where all people are given an equal opportunity to strive for their own development.

Our Programmes

NABARD Programme

Community-based initiatives focusing on strengthening agricultural practices, livelihoods, and institutional development.

Capacity Building
Farmer Skill Development
Community Outreach
Village Engagement
Sustainable Practices
Scientific Agriculture
Institutional Support
Collective Strengthening

Access to Justice

Programmes aimed at improving legal awareness, child protection, and community-based justice mechanisms.

Legal Awareness
Community Literacy
Child Protection
Rights Safeguards
Rescue Support
Preventive Interventions
Community Monitoring
Protective Systems

Lac Cultivation

Livelihood-focused initiatives promoting sustainable forest-based income generation through lac cultivation.

Forest Livelihoods
Income Diversification
Technical Knowledge
Scientific Practices
Agroforestry
Sustainable Models
Market Linkages
Value Chain Access

Women Empowerment

Initiatives supporting women’s economic participation, leadership development, and social inclusion.

Economic Agency
SHG Promotion
Leadership
Community Representation
Financial Inclusion
Savings & Credit
Social Participation
Decision Making

Education

Education-focused programmes aimed at inclusive learning, community participation, and child engagement.

Learning Continuity
Education Support
Inclusive Learning
Mother Tongue Education
Child Engagement
Retention & Participation
Community Ownership
Parental Involvement
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