Empowering Dalit & Tribal Children Through Learning and Inclusion
Dalit Vikas Abhiyan Samiti (DVAS) is transforming the educational landscape by championing inclusive education for children from Dalit, tribal, and marginalized communities. At the heart of our mission lies a simple yet powerful belief — every child, regardless of caste or background, deserves a safe, nurturing, and equitable learning environment.
Our Mission
To mainstream underprivileged children, strengthen their mental and emotional readiness for school, and champion the rights of girls and marginalized youth through community-driven, inclusive education models.
Why Inclusive Education?
Children from Dalit and tribal communities often face:
DVAS tackles these challenges by combining early learning support, re-enrollment efforts, and career-linked secondary education within a socially responsive framework.
Our Three-Tiered Education Model
1️⃣ Pre-Primary Learning Centers
- Nurturing a strong foundation for lifelong learning
- Focus on mental, social, and intellectual development
- 1,200+ children supported with psychosocial care & learning
- Run with support from Ambedkar Kishori Club
2️⃣ Re-Admission Program
- Bringing dropouts back into the classroom through joyful learning
- 8,500+ children re-admitted in the last five years
- Interactive, play-based sessions foster renewed interest
3️⃣ Ambedkar Study Center
- Pathway to higher education, empowerment, and opportunities
- Focused coaching for academic and competitive success
- Serving 200+ students in Samastipur & Banka
Spotlight on Girls’ Education & Safety
DVAS puts a strong emphasis on girls’ safety and empowerment.
- ⭐ Formation of adolescent groups to discuss rights, health, and safety.
- ⭐ Community collaboration to promote safe school environments.
- ⭐ Regular campaigns to challenge caste and gender-based biases.
On-the-Ground Impact
100+
Government schools and Anganwadi centers transformed across Gaya, Samastipur, Vaishali & Banka districts.
Local youth trained as volunteers for inclusive teaching practices.