Who Are We?
S E V A K stands for Society for Empowerment through Voluntary Action in Karnataka . S E V A K was founded in the year 2009 as a registered society registered under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960 in Belgaum district, Belgaum. We work with the rural and urban communities for forming and strengthening community-based organizations, promoting livelihood opportunities, management and development of natural resources, improving health and education status of the community, protecting and promoting rights of the children, empowerment of women and building capacities of the communities to raise and manage resources independently. We also work with other Networks, Government and other partner organizations to influence and promote child rights.
Our Aim
The aims of the SEVAK encompass organizing socio-economically disadvantaged communities around the issues related to increasing income, improving access to education, health care facilities and training in Human Resources Development with a special focus towards gender equity, protection and promotion of child rights and promotion of Environment up-gradation.
Adopted Policies
We have adopted below mentioned policies:
- Child Protection Policy
- Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Work Place Policy (POSH Policy)
- Human Resource Policy
- Whistle Blowing Policy
- Finance & Accounting Manual Policy
- Anti-Corruption &Anti Bribery Policy
- Travel Policy
- Computer & Electronic Media Usage Policy
- Procurement Policy
- Communication Policy
- Fixed Asset Creation and Maintenance Policy
- Strategic Planning Policy
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Non-Discrimination Policy
Vision
A just society wherein all children and families lead an empowered life.
Mission
SEVAK aims to empower the socially and economically weaker sections of the society, especially women, children, aged and disabled, through providing advice, information, services and by participating with the intermediary organisations in extending cooperation and facilitation and initiate necessary support for their self-reliance.
Core Values
SEVAK strongly believes in the following core values;
- The Dignity of Human Being
- Equity
- Justice
- Solidarity
- Transparency& Accountability
- Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect
- Trust
Board Members
Mrs. Chandralekah Savvaseri
President
M.Sc. (Nutrition), M.A.(Sociology)
Mrs. Chandralekah Savvaseri is a development workers having experience of 20 years in the filed women empowerment, child care and nutrition.
Mrs. Shailaja Kurbet
VICE-PRESIDENT
M.S.W.
Mrs. Shailaja Kurbet has expetrise in Women development issues, counsellignand rehabilitation of women living in difficult circumstances. Having 23 years in the field of women empowerment.
MR. Anand Lobo
Ceo/ Secretary
M.A., M.S.W.
Anand Lobo is basically a child rights activist. Having vast experience alos inthe field fo nonprofit managment. He is active in the field of development for the past 30 years. He served as Chair person of District Child Welfare Committee, Member magistrate of Juvenile Justice board and Member of Karnataka State Commission for Protection of child Rights.
Mrs. Shobha Huddar
Treasurer
M.A.
Mrs. Shobha Huddar is a women organiser for their development. Having expertise in livelihood management projects.
Mr. Martin D'Silva
Board Member
M.A., L.L.B.
Mr. Martin D'silva is active social woker and School Administrator since 30 year.
Mr. Rajendra Satgouda
Board Member
B.Sc. B.Ed., D.Vet. DHM
Mr. Rajendra Satgouda is a Vaterinarian and having vast experience of 30 years in Farmers programmes, livelstock management, livelihood promotion and rural development activites.
Mrs. Amita Pande
Board Member
B.A., L.L.B.
Mrs. Amita Pande is a social worker and CSR Expert. And the Rotrain. Active in this sector since 25 years.
Mrs. Pratima Joshi
Board Member
BA LLB PGD (Human Rights) Mrs. Pratima Joshi is practicing as an Advocate since 9 years in both Civil and Criminal sides and Teaching experience since 9 years also Visiting Lecturer at KLE’S Deemed University, Belagavi.
Mr. Sanjeev Kulkarni
Board Member
M.S.W.
Mr. Sanjeev Kulkarni is a Health counsellor and involved in counsellign and care of people liveling with HIV AIDS. Having experience in the filed of development for 23 years.
Mrs. Bharati Sudhakar
Advisory Member
Team Members
Mr. Anand Lobo
Ceo/ Secretary
Ms. Reshma N Kammar
Compliance & Finance Manager
Mr. Jacob S. Mascarenhas
Fundraising Manager
Mrs. Sapna P. Nazareth
Accounts & Finance Officer
Mrs. Lata A Lobo
Counseller
Mr. Bharma Guddumkeri
District Incharge
Mrs. Shobha Kingi
Project Manager
Mr. Basavraj Hulgannavar
Project Manager
Dr. Kavita Ajetrao
Community Medical Officer
About Us
S E V A K stands for Society for Empowerment through Voluntary Action in Karnataka. S E V A K was founded in the year 2009 as a registered society registered under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960 in Belgaum district, Belgaum.
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