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Dhyas Communal Development Foundation

Dhyas Communal Development Foundation (DCDF) was established on July 11, 2019 under Section 8 of the Companies Act 2013. We are dedicated to sustainable socioeconomic development, welfare of women, children and community at large.

Our organization works tirelessly across multiple domains including community health, microfinance for women, child rights protection through partnerships with TISS/RCJJ, livelihood skill development, and education support in tribal areas.

Based in Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, DCDF has been instrumental in reaching thousands of beneficiaries across Thane and Pune districts through innovative programs and dedicated fieldwork.

About DCDF
2019
Established

Our Vision

To achieve sustainable socioeconomic development, welfare of women, children and community at large. We envision empowered communities where every individual has access to health, education, justice, and economic opportunities.

Our Mission

To create a socially and economically sustainable society by empowering female entrepreneurs, promoting health awareness and menstrual hygiene, protecting child rights through advocacy and training, and supporting education in underserved tribal areas.

Leadership

Our Directors

Vikas Bhalerao

Vikas Bhalerao

Founder director

Kavita Nikam

Kavita Nikam

Founder director

S. Pravin

S. Pravin

Program director

Ajay Gaikwad

Ajay Gaikwad

Reginal director Pune

Milan Raghunath Jawalgikar

Milan Raghunath Jawalgikar

National Director – Fundraising

Our People

Our Team

Yogita Ahire

Yogita Ahire

Social Worker

Senior Social Worker, Help Desk ,Thane

Vishvjeet Kamble

Vishvjeet Kamble

Social Worker

Social worker ,Help desk ,thane

Utpal Sonawane

Utpal Sonawane

Social Worker

Aburehan Shaikh

Aburehan Shaikh

Social Worker

Bhushan Bhanushali

Bhushan Bhanushali

Social Worker