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"We Help people to

Help themselves"

Leveraging 19 years of dedicated service to drive our mission forward.

Our impact in numbers

SCODWES brings together a diverse group of individuals, including experienced professionals, experts, volunteers, and community members, all working towards a common goal: to foster social, economic, and environmental well-being. Together, the organization creating a brighter future for the least prioritized communities. Join us as we embark on this journey to make a significant difference!

29+

Districts

120+

Projects

3823+

Villages

4M+

Beneficiaries

SCODWES (R)

Sahyadri Community Development & Women Empowerment Society

SCODWES is a professional development organization established in 2005 under the Societies Registration Act of 1960 and headquartered at Sirsi, Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state in India. Founded on the principles of compassion, empowerment, and collaboration, we strive to uplift marginalized and underserved communities through sustainable programs and initiatives.

Areas Of intervention

Health

we're transforming access to healthcare for underserved communities in Karnataka via mobile clinics, health camps, education initiatives, and community partnerships.

Sustainable Agriculture

we empower farmers in Uttara Kannada with sustainable agriculture training, eco‑friendly agroecology methods, seed diversity, soil health practices, and climate‑resilient farming.

Education

we empower youth and disadvantaged individuals in Karnataka through education and vocational training—providing learning support, career guidance, skill-building, and self-employment pathways.

Women Empowerment

we strengthen rural women’s lives through self‑help groups, entrepreneurship training, leadership development, livelihood skills, and community advocacy.

Tribal Development

we uplift tribal and indigenous communities in Karnataka through culturally sensitive education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, and heritage preservation. Click to explore our Tribal Development work.

Resettlement & Rehabilitation

we support Endosulfan‑affected and displaced communities through healthcare, livelihood training, legal advocacy, and dignified reintegration.

Development of Youth

we empower youth across rural Karnataka through vocational training, life‑skills, career guidance, and enterprise development—building confident, employable individuals.

Environment & Ecology

we protect Karnataka’s Western Ghats biodiversity through community-driven tree planting, water‑sanitation improvements, eco-awareness campaigns, and sustainable practices.

Research & Development

we drive innovation through community-based research, policy advocacy, and data-driven solutions to address development challenges.

Our Vision

We help people to help themselves for transformation of life with dignity and equality.

Our Mission

Establish a Society that is Self-reliant, respectful, dignified living for one & all with abundant opportunities & resources, clean environment all around.

Our Values

Collaboration
Enabling
Equality
Professionalism
Integrity
Compassion

Our Esteemed Partners

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SCODWES MMU providing free Medical Services in Remote Villages.

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ಸ್ವಾವಲಂಬಿ ಬದುಕಿಗೆ ಸಮಗ್ರ ಕೃಷಿ ಪ್ರೊಫೆಸರ್ ಒಬ್ಬರ ಕೃಷಿ ಸಾಹಸಗಳು-ಡಾ.ರಾಜೇಂದ್ರ ಕುಮಾರ್ , ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಸ್ಕೊಡ್‌ವೆಸ್

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STEM Lab showcase on DD Chandana News *Inspiring Innovation and Creativity*

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ಶಕ್ತಿ ಸದನದ ಕುರಿತು ಮಾರಿಕಾಂಬಾ ಚಾನೆಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂದಿರುವ ಸುದ್ದಿ.Shakti Sadan News at Marikamba Channel

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ಶಕ್ತಿಸದನದ ಕುರಿತು ವಿಶ್ವಂಭರ ಚಾನೆಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂದಿರುವ ಸುದ್ದಿ. Shakti Sadan News at Vishwambhara Channel

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ನಾಟಿ ಹಬ್ಬ ಕುರಿತು ಕದಂಬ ನ್ಯೂಸ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂದಿರುವ ಸುದ್ದಿ.Naati habba News at Kadamba news

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ನಾಟಿ ಹಬ್ಬ ಕುರಿತು ರಿಪಬ್ಲಿಕ್ ಕನ್ನಡ ನ್ಯೂಸ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಬಂದಿರುವ ಸುದ್ದಿ.Naati habba News at Republic kannada

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SCODWES NAATI HABBA 2025

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