A People's Organization for Rights, Peace and Development

Dedicated to championing human dignity, constitutional rights, peaceful dialogue and self-sustaining community transformation across underserved regions.

Rooted in Grassroots Humanitarian Commitment

The International Human Rights Peace Development Association (IHRPDA) was founded on the firm belief that sustainable peace is unattainable without human rights, and development cannot endure without social dignity.

Established as a collective of civil society advocates, legal scholars, grassroots organizers and social workers, IHRPDA has grown into an impactful movement operating across numerous rural districts and urban informal settlements.

Our core approach avoids top-down charity. We cultivate grassroots leadership by training paralegal volunteers, establishing village peace mediation councils, and mobilizing youth to stand as advocates for their communities.

IHRPDA Community Assembly

Our Purpose, Mission & Values

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Our Mission

To defend human rights, nurture grassroots peace, eradicate structural marginalization, and equip underserved communities with education and sustainable livelihoods.

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Our Vision

A just, peaceful and inclusive society where every individual's fundamental human rights are protected, and communities flourish with dignity and equal opportunity.

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Our Values

Dignity, Equity, Inclusivity, Integrity, Mutual Respect, Peaceful Resolution, and People-Centred Humanitarian Action at all levels.

Our Leadership & Governance Team

Guided by experienced human rights defenders, community development practitioners and legal advocates.

Dr. Anil Sharma

Dr. Anil Sharma

Chairperson & Founder

30+ years in international human rights advocacy & humanitarian law.

Ms. Kavita Verma

Ms. Kavita Verma

Head of Programs

Expert in rural women's empowerment, girl-child education and public health.

Mr. Rakesh Verma

Mr. Rakesh Verma

Peace & Integrity Lead

Grassroots mediator specializing in inter-community peace accords.

Ms. Huma Singh

Ms. Huma Singh

Community Field Director

Grassroots mobilizer overseeing our 120+ village outreach clusters.

Governance & Transparency

We uphold the highest ethical standards of financial stewardship, public reporting and community accountability.

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Inclusive Governance

Governing board includes representatives from community self-help groups, legal practitioners and independent ethics observers.

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Audited Operations

Annual independent statutory financial audits, strict internal controls, and zero tolerance for misallocation or fraud.

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Open Field Reporting

Every rupee received is mapped to verified on-ground programs with publicly accessible field outcome reports.

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