ongoing projects:

RRRES continues to make a significant impact through its ongoing projects, addressing critical issues such as food security, healthcare access, education equity, and environmental sustainability. Below are some of the key initiatives currently underway:

• COVID Response with WASH Integration in 15 Fisherfolk Villages of Vidavalurumandal:
  Supported by CADME/UNICEF, this project integrates Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) practices to combat the spread of COVID-19 and improve living conditions for vulnerable fishing communities. It aligns with public health advocacy and preventive medical services to ensure long-term resilience.
• PROMOTION OF ALTERNATIVE LIVELIHOOD TO COVID-19 AFFECTED POOR WOMEN
  With funding from The Strathspey Charitable Trust, U.K., this initiative empowers women by providing them with skills training and resources to generate sustainable income. This effort supports gender equality in healthcare, family planning services, and economic empowerment.
• Strengthening Horticulture Farmers through Farmers Producer Organisations (FPOs)
  In collaboration with NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development), RRRES is empowering horticulture farmers in Kavali and Buchireddy Palem mandals. By promoting sustainable agriculture, local food sustainability, and agricultural best practices, the project ensures increased productivity and market access for smallholder farmers.
• Drilling of Agricultural Bore Wells with Pump Sets for Poor Farmers
  Funded by 1% FOR DEVELOPMENT FUND, Switzerland, this initiative addresses water accessibility programs, ensuring that poor farmers have reliable irrigation systems to sustain their crops during dry seasons.
• Providing RO Plants for Safe Drinking Water in Nellore
  Supported by SELAVIP FOUNDATION, CHILE, this project focuses on delivering clean drinking water to underserved communities, combating issues related to malnutrition, waterborne diseases, and nutritional assistance.
• Improving Access to Social Protection Programmes in 24 Vulnerable Villages of Vidavalurumandal
  Backed by CADME/UNICEF, this initiative ensures marginalized families gain access to essential government schemes and social protection benefits, fostering food security initiatives and community health support.
• Tribal Development Programmes
  Partnering with LACIM-France, RRRES works to uplift tribal communities through health awareness, livelihood support, and capacity-building activities, promoting universal healthcare and educational equity.

completed projects:

• Strengthening Yanadi Tribals through Awareness, Formation of MACS, and Night Schools Supported by DKA, Austria, this project empowered 36 villages in Buchi and Dagadarthi Mandals by establishing Multi-Activity Centers (MACS) and night schools. These efforts promoted literacy development programs, inclusive early education, and vocational skills training.
• Community-Based Disaster Preparedness Programmes
  In partnership with LACIM, France, RRRES trained youth as task force teams to respond effectively to natural disasters, enhancing climate justice advocacy and disaster mitigation strategies.
• Seasonal Hostels and Worksite Schools for Children
  With assistance from Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and Aide at Action-Hyderabad, RRRES provided seasonal hostels and worksite schools for children of migrant laborers and fishermen. These initiatives ensured equitable education access and reduced dropout rates among vulnerable groups.
• TB Awareness Programme in 40 Slums of Nellore Town
  Funded by The Open Meadows Foundation, USA, this program raised awareness about tuberculosis through DOTs volunteers, contributing to public health advocacy and disease prevention.
• Distribution of Try-Cycles and Milch Animals
  Try-cycles were distributed to school-going children in Nellore District with support from The United Nations' Women's Guild, Austria, improving mobility and encouraging school attendance.
  Milch animals were provided to Dalit women in Chalamcherla village with funding from The Katholieke Stichting Jongeren Belangen, Netherlands, enabling income generation and financial independence.
• Mobile Veterinary Clinics
  In collaboration with the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Andhra Pradesh, RRRES operated mobile veterinary clinics in Udayagiri and Venkatagiri Assembly Constituencies, supporting livestock health and rural livelihoods.
• Environmental Awareness Programme Against Plastic Usage
  Conducted in Buchi Mandal with support from the Ministry of Environmental Affairs, Govt. of India, this campaign addressed environmental sustainability and promoted alternatives to plastic use.
• Free Medical Aid to Yanadi Tribals
  Ongoing with support from LACIM, France, this initiative provides free medical care to Yanadi tribals in three villages, ensuring equal healthcare access and addressing health inequity.
• Flood Relief Distribution in Kurnool District
  During the 2009 floods, RRRES partnered with TV9 to distribute rice and food grains worth Rs. 2 lakhs, exemplifying emergency food assistance and hunger relief efforts.
• Awareness Programmes on Fluoride Mitigation and Toilets Construction
  Collaborating with FANSA Network, RRRES educated communities on mitigating fluoride contamination in water and constructing toilets, advancing sanitation facilities and hygiene promotion.
• Various Awareness Programmes and Rallies
  Topics included organic farming, sustainable agriculture, political rights, HIV/AIDS awareness, Women’s Day celebrations, Environmental Day observances, and Independence Day rallies. These events fostered community engagement and social awareness.
• Ration Kits, Masks, and Vegetable Distribution During COVID Lockdown
  Supported by Global Compassion Inc., USA, The Strathspey Charitable Trust, U.K., and LACIM- France, this initiative provided essential supplies to poor households, addressing food insecurity and health equity during the pandemic.

Key Achievements

Through both ongoing and completed projects, RRRES has demonstrated its commitment to creating sustainable change. Some notable achievements include:

• Empowering marginalized communities through income generation and livelihood support.
• Enhancing food security and nutritional assistance via agricultural interventions and community kitchens.
• Promoting educational equity and reducing barriers to learning for children in rural and tribal areas.
• Strengthening healthcare access and raising awareness about preventive care and reproductive rights.
• Advocating for environmental sustainability and combating challenges like plastic pollution and water scarcity.

By integrating food justice advocacy, STEM education, universal healthcare, and gender equality in healthcare, RRRES continues to transform lives and build resilient communities. Together, we strive to create a future rooted in dignity, opportunity, and hope for all.