FFVDP • LITDS Partnership

Family Focused Village Development Programme

LITDS, in partnership with FFVDP, empowers tribal communities through leadership development, education, livelihood enhancement, health and hygiene initiatives, and community-driven development programs, fostering sustainable growth and self-reliance.

About FFVDP

Family Focused Village Development Programme (FFVDP) is a holistic rural development initiative dedicated to empowering vulnerable and marginalized communities, particularly Adivasi (tribal) and Dalit families, across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu. Guided by the values of unity, social justice, and human dignity, FFVDP works to build strong, self-sustaining communities capable of claiming their rights and shaping their own future. The programme impacts thousands of families in rural villages through an integrated approach that focuses on six key areas: Health & Household Care, Leadership Development, Family & Community Cohesion, Education, Livelihood Enhancement, and Financial Empowerment. Originating from a decade-long innovation process supported by a Swiss charitable foundation and implemented through local NGO partners, FFVDP promotes sustainable development through community participation, capacity building, and long-term empowerment. Its mission is to restore dignity, strengthen resilience, and create lasting positive change among India's most disadvantaged rural communities.

The programme focuses on empowering families and communities to become self-reliant and sustainable.

FFVDP & LITDS Partnership

Loyola Integrated Tribal Development Society (LITDS), in collaboration with the Family Focused Village Development Programme (FFVDP), is implementing holistic development initiatives in poor and marginalized tribal villages. The partnership focuses on empowering tribal families through leadership development, quality education, health and hygiene promotion, livelihood enhancement, family and community cohesion, and financial empowerment. Guided by the principles of social justice, human dignity, and community participation, LITDS works closely with tribal communities to strengthen their capacities, improve their quality of life, and promote self-reliance. Through a family-centered and community-driven approach, the programme addresses the root causes of poverty and exclusion, enabling vulnerable families to access opportunities, claim their rights, and build sustainable futures. Together, LITDS and FFVDP are transforming tribal villages into stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities by fostering inclusive development and long-term social change.

Vision

To empower vulnerable tribal and marginalized communities to become strong, self-reliant, and sustainable while enabling them to claim their rights and live with dignity, equality, and social justice.

Mission

To build strong and sustainable rural communities by empowering marginalized tribal, Dalit, and other vulnerable families through a holistic approach that promotes education, health, livelihoods, leadership, and community development, while preserving their dignity, rights, culture, and way of life.

Focus Areas

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Education

FFVDP, in collaboration with LITDS, promotes quality education among tribal children through After School Study Centres (ASSCs), which provide academic support and tutoring in remote villages. The programme also offers scholarships to financially disadvantaged tribal students for higher education and organizes educational exposure visits to broaden their knowledge, confidence, and future aspirations.

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Leadership

FFVDP, in collaboration with LITDS, focuses on developing strong leadership skills among tribal youth and community members through training programs, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives that promote active participation in local governance and decision-making processes.

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Livelihood

FFVDP, in collaboration with LITDS, promotes sustainable livelihoods among tribal families through debt management awareness programmes, organic farming initiatives, and access to financial support. The programme provides loans and supports income-generating activities such as tent equipment services, oil engines for agriculture, garment shops, paper plate manufacturing units, and brick-making machines. These interventions help families increase their income, reduce poverty, and achieve long-term economic self-reliance.

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Health & Hygiene

FFVDP, in collaboration with LITDS, promotes sustainable livelihoods among tribal families through debt management awareness programmes, organic farming initiatives, and access to financial support. The programme provides loans and supports income-generating activities such as tent equipment services, oil engines for agriculture, garment shops, paper plate manufacturing units, and brick-making machines. These interventions help families increase their income, reduce poverty, and achieve long-term economic self-reliance.

Village Coverage & Impact

7

Villages Covered

500+

Families Supported

100+

Students Benefited

300+

Women Leaders

Katukapally Balimela Surakunta Maddigudem Ramachandrapuram Thatilanka Chimilivaagu

Key Achievements

📚 Educational Support Programmes
🌱 Family Livelihood Initiatives
🏥 Community Health Awareness Camps
Monitoring & Impact

Village-wise Impact Dashboard

This dashboard highlights the reach and impact of FFVDP and LITDS programmes across project villages in education, leadership, livelihood, health, and hygiene sectors.

7

Villages Covered

100+

Students Supported

300+

Women Empowered

500+

Families Benefited

7

VDC Groups

Village Families Population Men & Women VDC Members Youth Club Adolescent Club
Katukapally 89 235 108 + 117 7 25 21
Balimela 34 159 79 + 85 7 15 10
Surakunta 125 432 201 + 232 7 35 30
Maddigudem 107 443 217 + 223 7 25 17
Ramachandrapuram 44 189 96 + 97 7 28 18
Chimilivaagu 33 143 70 + 73 7 13 10
📚 Education

Scholarships, study support, school enrollment.

👩 Women Empowerment

SHGs, leadership, livelihood initiatives.

🌾 Livelihood

Agriculture, kitchen gardens, income generation.

🏥 Health & Hygiene

Awareness programs and community health support.

Community Transformation

Success Stories from Families

Behind every statistic is a family whose life has been transformed. These stories reflect the impact of FFVDP and LITDS programmes in education, leadership, livelihood, health and community development.

Education Success Story
Education

Completed DMLT Course with FFVDP Support

My name is Thodam Priyanka. Due to financial difficulties, I discontinued my studies after Intermediate. With the support of FFVDP, LITDS, and the VDC, I received educational assistance and resumed my education. Today, I am pursuing DMLT Second Year while working in a hospital. I am grateful for their support in helping me achieve my dreams.

Name: Thodam Priyanka

Village: Surakunta

Women Empowerment Story
Health & Hygiene

Sarojini's Journey to a Better Life

My name is Savalam Sarojini. With the support of LITDS and FFVDP, our family received a new house and assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am grateful for the support provided to our family and many others in our village.

Name: Sarojini Savalam

Village: Katukapally

Livelihood Success Story
Livelihood

A Borewell That Changed Our Village

We are the villagers of Thatilanka. With the support of LITDS and FFVDP, a borewell was established, enabling 21 families to irrigate 30 acres of farmland. The project also supported house repairs and provided nutrition, vegetables, and essential supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are grateful to LITDS and FFVDP for improving the lives of 68 families in our village.

Village: Tatilanka

Livelihood Success Story
Household Care

From Leaking Roof to Secure Shelter

We are Kunja Bheemaiah and Ramana from Ramachandrapuram village. With the support of FFVDP, LITDS, and the VDC, we received roofing materials to repair our house. Today, we live in a safer and more secure home. We are grateful for their support.

Name: Kunja Bheemaiah & Ramana

Village: Ramachandrapuram

Every Family Has a Story of Change

FFVDP and LITDS continue working alongside tribal families to create opportunities, strengthen leadership, improve livelihoods and build healthier, more resilient communities.

Publications & Reports

Annual Reports & Documents

Explore our annual reports, programme updates, impact assessments, financial summaries, and community development achievements.

Annual Report 2024-2025

Comprehensive report covering village development, education, livelihood, health, and women empowerment initiatives.

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Annual Report 2023-2024

Highlights of programme achievements, village coverage, beneficiary impact, and financial overview.

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Annual Report 2022-2023

Community transformation stories, village-wise achievements, and programme outcomes.

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Additional Publications

📊 Impact Assessment Reports 📖 Case Studies 📋 Project Reports 💰 Financial Statements
Voices From The Community

Video Testimonials

Hear directly from students, women leaders, farmers, and community members whose lives have been positively impacted through FFVDP and LITDS initiatives.

Empowering Tribal Communities for a Better Future

Chimilivaagu - Village Success Story

Building stronger families and sustainable villages through education, health, livelihoods, leadership, and community empowerment.

Chimilivaagu Village

Strengthening Families, Transforming Villages

Tatilanka - Village Success Story

Creating resilient families and thriving communities through integrated development and empowerment.

Tatilanka Village

Building Stronger Families, Empowering Villages

Maddigudem - Village Success Story

Promoting sustainable community development through education, healthcare, livelihoods, leadership, and social empowerment.

Maddigudem Village

Integrated Development for Lasting Change

Katukapally - Village Success Story

Empowering families and transforming villages through education, health, sustainable livelihoods, leadership development, and community participation.

Katukapally Village

50+

Success Stories

7

Villages Covered

100+

Children Supported

500+

Families Benefited

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