Our Projects

IDF works to implement its vision of a more egalitarian society throughout Bihar and Jharkand by conducting projects in child protection and care; community and individual health; community leadership development; disaster preparedness, relief, and restoration; livelihood protection and enhancement; water and sanitation; and women's empowerment. Since its inception IDF has undertaken over 50 projects, many lasting several years, sponsored by 34 funders.

Below is a list of IDF's current projects, showing the project funder in each case. Click on the title to find out more about a specific project.

• Adapting to Climate Change to Promote Disaster Risk Reduction — OXFAM India
• Addressing Kala Azar and Health and Sanitation in North Bihar — CAF India
• Bringing Water and Sanitation to Rural Schools — Simavi
• Building Community-Based Leaders — Sir Ratan Dorabji Tata Trust and XISS Ranchi
• Campaigning for Safe Abortion Awareness — Ipas
• Combating Human Trafficking in Rural Communities — Geneva Global
• Creating Sustainable Action on Community Health — Simavi
• Empowering Dalit Women and Enhancing Livelihoods — Lutheran World Relief
• Encouraging Child-Centered Community Development — Plan International
• Enhancing Livelihoods and Household Security in Rural Jharkhand — JTDS-IFAD
• Facilitating Health Awareness, Good Practices, and Better Care — Geneva Global
• Improving Reproductive and Child Health in Palamu — National Foundation for India
• Initiating Community Action on Water and Sanitation — WaterAid India
• Integrating Nutrition and Health in Palamu — CARE
• Introducing Disaster Preparedness through Water and Sanitation — WaterAid India
• Let Girls Be Born — Plan India
• Promoting Rights-Based Disaster Risk Reduction in North Bihar — DanChurchAid
• Promoting School Safety Initiatives in Urban Schools — UNICEF