Village Institution – CBOs
We believe in local solutions to local problems and hence our approach is participatory. It is observed that sustainability is the main issue pertaining to various efforts of development. Therefore RBKS has started working on the principles of community involvement right from conceptual stage of the project initiatives. Since its inception we have promoted various kinds of Community based organizations, which focus on specific themes and constituted of user community.
RBKS has always believed that village institutions are the platforms through which people can access development opportunities. There is also a conscious emphasis on creation of women self-help groups in all project areas. These groups are involved in thrift and credit, which would be of use at times of crisis, such as drought, accidents, etc. RBKS is strongly promoting these groups, in order to raise the women’s esteem and provide them with the opportunity of being equal stakeholders in village development programs. RBKS has formed 150 women and men self-help groups till date. Majority of the groups consist BPL members.
RBKS has registered 10 CBOs under society registration Act 1958 and company act
| Type of CBO | Purpose |
| Village Forest Protection & Management Committee | Participatory ecosystem management (Joint Forest Management) |
| Village Watershed Development Committee | Sustainable natural resource management by community |
| Village Education Committee | Increasing interest of community in education |
| Mahila Mandal | Empowerment |
| User Group | Maintenance mechanism / Responsibility sharing |
| Wagar Amla Production Committee | Amla Marketing |
| MICROCREDIT | Thrift and credit facility, income generating activity promotion |
| Agro Processing Company | Processing of agro Products |
Tribal Culture Centre
Since its initial days, RBKS has been working in the direction of promoting & propagating knowledge of ancient tribal art and culture. In this context the organization has been conducting awareness generation camps, cultural shows, training and promotion of cultural activities like Gavri, Ramayana, Fag, Bhavai & other folk dances. The initial expenditure for starting these efforts was taken up by Aga Khan Foundation, India. The cultural activities are essentially income-generating activities for the education programs as the funds raised from such activities are in turn used for running the senior secondary science school.
Network and linkages
Beside working on various project, RBKS also liaisons with other agencies, community based organizations and NGOs. Development field is a dynamic world where cross learning is an important component to be effective and reach a larger community. RBKS networks with various other organizations with similar vision and varied experiences. We do participate in network meetings and experience sharing events in the field of tribal development.
List of Networks where RBKS is involved as member is as follows:
1. Member in District Coordination Committee.
2. Master Trainer in Health Management (ASHA)
3. Governing Body Member in ARAVALI- Jaipur (A organization established with support of Govt. of Rajasthan)
4. Secretary Markandey Ashram Trust, Jodhpur.
