About Us
Dalit Welfare Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering marginalized communities in the rural villages of Nandyal and Kurnool districts. Our work focuses on uplifting Dalit women through micro-credit, financial literacy, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. By strengthening women's capacity to lead and support their families, we strive to break poverty cycles, foster equality, and build resilient, inclusive communities for future generations.
Vision
To build an inclusive society where Dalit women thrive with dignity, equality, and opportunity—breaking poverty cycles and creating sustainable, empowered communities for generations to come.
Mission
To empower marginalized women through micro-credit, financial education, and livelihoods—strengthening families, fostering community resilience, and ensuring sustainable, grassroots-driven change rooted in dignity, justice, and equality.
Accreditations
Dalit Welfare Association is a legally registered nonprofit organization, governed by all statutory requirements under Indian law. We hold valid Registration Certificates, 12A & 80G tax exemption approvals, and maintain compliance with the FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) to receive international donations. Our financial records are audited annually, ensuring transparency, accountability, and trust with donors, partners, and the communities we serve.
Our impact in numbers
DWA Team
Our dedicated team works tirelessly in the field and office, bringing passion, skills, and commitment to empower Dalit communities and drive lasting change in rural Nandyal and Kurnool.
S. Moses
Program Manager
K. Saroja
Field Work
G. Bhaskar
Office Staff
P. Danielu
Field Work
N. Sudha Rani
Field Work
K. Bujji
Office Work
Volunteers
Michael Mosako
Junior Software Developer., S.A.
My time volunteering at DWA as a website developer allowed me to strengthen my technical skills and gain real-world experience in a collaborative environment.
Prince Sithole
Junior Software Developer., S.A.
My time as a website developer at DWA was both rewarding and educational. It let me support their mission of empowering Dalit communities while improving my skills and understanding of technologies.
Scott Singer
Senior Software Developer., USA
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Fatimoh B
Software Developer., Nigeria.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Dayo Abdul
Senior Software Developer., Nigeria.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Megan Ward
Salesforce Admin., Ireland.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Volunteers
Michael Mosako
Junior Software Developer., S.A.
My time volunteering at DWA as a website developer allowed me to strengthen my technical skills and gain real-world experience in a collaborative environment.
Prince Sithole
Junior Software Developer., S.A.
My time as a website developer at DWA was both rewarding and educational. It let me support their mission of empowering Dalit communities while improving my skills and understanding of technologies.
Scott Singer
Senior Software Developer., USA
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Fatimoh B
Software Developer., Nigeria.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Dayo Abdul
Senior Software Developer., Nigeria.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
Megan Ward
Salesforce Admin., Ireland.
Volunteering as a website developer at DWA was truly rewarding. I felt proud to support their mission of empowering Dalit communities through education, women's entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
We work in 140 villages of Nandyal & Kurnool districts
Message from Our President
Breaking Barriers, Restoring Dignity
As President of DWA, I have seen how deeply caste discrimination and poverty affect Dalit families. Education, livelihoods, and women's empowerment are powerful tools we use to confront these injustices.
Our efforts in rural Nandyal and Kurnool are small steps toward equality, but with strong partnerships, these steps become transformative. Together, we can dismantle barriers and create a society where Dalits live with dignity and opportunity.
S. Samuel - President
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