Transforming
Tomorrows
By Enabling Farm-Based Livelihood
Transforming
Tomorrows
By Enabling Farm-Based Livelihood
Harvesting
Hope
By Enriching Local Natural Resources
Regenerating
Landscapes
Through Responsible Crop Initiatives
Powering
Ecosystems
Through Supply Chain Integrations
Who we are
At ASA, we turn farmers into entrepreneurs.
Action for Social Advancement (ASA) is a leading field implementing organization committed to empowering and uplifting communities through sustainable farm-based livelihoods. Founded in 1996 by a group of foresighted natural resource development professionals in central India, ASA today has expanded its footprint to focus on welfare of small and marginal farmers across the country.
Driven by our passion for equal opportunities and dignified livelihoods, we partner with farming communities to undertake integrated on-ground interventions that foster economic and societal progress..
Vision
Empowering communities with sustainable livelihoods through inclusive participation, local institutional development and gender equity.
Mission
Ensuring livelihoods of poor people by providing development services through natural resources development.
Our Impact
7L+
Farmers Empowered
08+
States Impacted
4L+
Acres of Land Restored
52K+
Crores Litres of Rain Water Harvested for Irrigation
250%
of Cropping Intensity Achieved
1.2m+
Hectares of Geographical Area Covered
52+
Landscapes
Our Approach
Livelihood Enhancement Model
for Regenerative Future
Equitable access to resources, opportunities and decision-making processes are crucial for sustainable livelihoods and brighter futures. At ASA, we harmonize People, Nature and Economy within agricultural ecosystems to cultivate a thriving Regenerative Production Landscape that enables and empowers.
We call it the Livelihood Enhancement Model. With a focus on poverty alleviation and gender equality, we build community institutions that serve as platforms for capacity building, collective action and the upliftment of marginalized groups.
ASA Development Services
ASA Development Services (ASADS) is a non-profit organization
established by ASA with a mission to transform the lives of economically
disadvantaged communities, including marginal and poor farmers. ASADS
engages in a range of activities, including promoting financial literacy,
supporting self-help groups (SHG), and providing financial support services
to community-managed institutions and their members for livelihood
development and linking individuals to accessible and affordable credit
opportunities to improve livelihoods.
Additionally, the organization focuses on capacity building and developing
linkages for MSME loans to enhance livelihoods, as well as implementing
health and sanitation programs through WASH financing to further
financial inclusion initiatives.
Founded in 2007, ASADS operates under section 25 of the Indian
Companies Act, 1956.
Our Partners
Government
National
Organizations
International
Organizations
Financial
Institutions
Expanding our footprints
With an extensive footprint spanning across 8 states of India, ASA is deeply rooted in the heart of smallholder agricultural communities. We are actively involved in fostering growth and sustainability by supporting small farmers, implementing innovative practices, and driving agricultural advancements. We look forward to expanding our reach further, touching even more lives and creating brighter futures wherever we go.
Awards & Recognition
Winner of Second position of the Social Impact Award for the “large project category-Environment sustainability for our organic cotton initiative in western M.P
ACCESS Development Services,NABARD & Rabo Bank, New Delhi.
Winner of the Social Impact Award for the “large project category-Environment sustainability for our organic cotton initiative in western M.P
Second best Wadi (Orchard development) project in Jaisinghnagar block of Shahdol district in M.P.
Best Governance Award to “Bijawar Farmer Producer Company
FPO of the year in Agriculture-(In Large category) to Ratlam Adiwasi Kisan Producer Company Limited
“Best project for community institutions development in the tribal areas of Jaisinghnagar block, Shahdol district, M.P.
Lifetime Achievement Award
“Mandla Tribal Farmer Producer Company Limited” awarded “Winner under category- “FPO of the year in Agriculture-Emerging”
“Saraiful Mahila Kisan Producer Company” Jama block, Dumka district, Jharkhand awarded Best performing FPO in Jharkhand
Winner of the Indian Chamber of Commerce Social Impact Awards
Semifinalist in the European Microfinance Award 2019
Best performing FPO in M.P award to “Ma Machna Farmer Producers Company Limited” Betul district.
Best FPO of the year 2019 to “Bijawar Mahila Farmer Producers’ Company”, Chhattarpur district, M.P.
Best NGO Award in medium category
Best NGO Award in water management
Donor Testimonials
When it comes to giving, a hundred hands are better than one. Here are our hundred hands, our donors, who have always cared to share and support our efforts of alleviating poverty and elevating farmer communities.
Anita Chester
Managing Director,
Laudes India
Anita Chester
Managing Director,
Laudes India
The role of ASA in building a more secure future for people and the planet cannot be over-emphasised. Having their ear to the ground and building the capacity of communities, ASA’s journey is an exemplary success story in alleviating agrarian distress, supporting rural livelihoods and regenerating the landscape. Equally, they have embraced the opportunity to connect to the bigger picture, helping farmers develop a strong commercial sense and connect them to the markets. It has truly been a rewarding partnership for us and we have gained tremendously from their visionary leadership.
Ashwin J Laddha
MD & CEO,
Orient Paper & Industries Limited
Ashwin J Laddha
MD & CEO,
Orient Paper & Industries Limited
We are proud to see the strides made by ASA on a valued CSR outreach partner of Orient Paper, in empowering marginalized agricultural communities in Madhya Pradesh and beyond. OPIL, one of India’s premier paper manufacturers, believes in purpose-driven growth, by reshaping land, lives and livelihoods through our social-impact initiatives. Our vision aligns seamlessly with ASA’s approach to developmental work-empowering local communities so we make a sustainable positive impact.
Keep up the excellent work. Together, let’s continue making a difference!”
Sanchit Kukreja
Programme Manager - South Asia
Organic Cotton Accelerator
