Mr. Minar Pimple
Founder, Vikas Sahyog Pratishthan (VSP)
"Human dignity, democracy, and sustainable development must go hand in hand."
As the visionary founder of VSP, Minar Pimple has dedicated his career to social transformation through a rights-based approach. He established VSP during his tenure as Chief Functionary at YUVA, Mumbai, rooted in a commitment to solving rural challenges.
Minar’s expertise spans the global stage, having served as Regional Director for the UN Millennium Campaign (Asia Pacific) , Executive Director of PDHRE , and Senior Director of Global Operations at Amnesty International . His journey reflects a lifelong pursuit of a more just and equitable world.
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Mr. Mohan Surve
CEO & Co-founder, Vikas Sahyog Pratishthan (VSP)
"Social development is not just about values - it’s about action."
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With over 30 years of experience, Mohan Surve has been the driving force behind VSP’s grassroots success. As a co-founder, he has walked alongside marginalized communities to dismantle systemic barriers to opportunity. Under his leadership, VSP has pioneered , community-led resource management and women’s empowerment . Mohan believes that lasting change is the result of collective purpose, and he remains deeply committed to the philosophy that even the smallest contribution can transform a life.
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INCLUSIVE AND QUALITY EDUCATION
LIVELIHOODS
WATER AND SOIL CONSERVATION
DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND RESILIENCE BUILDING
FOOD SECURITY, NUTRITION AND HEALTH
GOVERNANCE