Who we are?
Jan Chetna Sansthan was formed in 1988 by a group of social activists and development professionals who work with the tribal, rural and backward including disadvantaged and exploited section of the society in Rajasthan.

Our Team
Richa Audachiya (Director)
has been working for human rights of the Tribals for the last 32 years and has a comprehensive understanding of the adivasi community, especially issues and concerns revolving around adivasi-women. She has completed her BSc. from Rajasthan Agriculture University and M.HSc (Education Extension) from MS University, Vadodara. She has been working for the empowerment of the Tribals, and to strengthen their institutions through Jan Chetna and has implemented projects by Swiss Aid, CRY, CARE, CASA, CAPART and ACTION Aid on various issues such as education, nutrition, health, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005, Panchayat Extension To Scheduled Areas Act 1996 and on elected women representatives. She has actively played a key role in the formation of Self Help Groups, Microfinance and Livelihood Initiatives, Tribal Self Rule Initiative and more. She has actively contributed in formation of the collective, Bhakar Vidroh Manch, where tribal women leaders have been collectivized to raise awareness, claim their rights and establish self-rule. She is also an active leader and part of the Soochana Evam Rozgaar Abhiyaan Campaign, Jan Jangal Zameen Adhikaar campaign, National Campaign for Dalit HUman Rights, Right to Food, Aman Samuday, Campaign against female foeticide and Campaign for Survival and Dignity.
Dr. Ashok (Chief Executive)
Dr. Ashok is the chief executive of Jan Chetna Sansthan. He primarily focuses on Livelihood and Microfinance. He started his journey as a community mobiliser at Aastha Sansthan, Rajasthan. He has worked on various issues such as, empowerment of tribals, formulation and strengthening of people’s institutions and organisations in Abu Road, supported by SWISS Aid, further has worked on Bonded labour, Tendu Patta struggle for Wages Increment, contributed to building of Community Based Organisations. He has also extensively worked on forest rights, primary education, health & nutrition, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005. He has also worked on the National Rural Mission and the Elected Women Representatives Empowerment Programme. He is an active member of various campaigns on MGNREGA, welfare Tribal Rights and closely works with the Soochana Evam Rozgaar Abhiyaan.
Ranchoor Devasia
has been with Jan Chetna Sansthan since the past 25 years, He has been working with Jan Chetna Sansthan, his focus has been on raising community awareness regarding tribal self-governance and empowering village assemblies under the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas Act. He has been actively involved in Forest Land and People's Movement - working alongside the community to enact the Forest Rights Act, fostering connections at local, state, and national levels after the law's implementation, and continuous efforts towards on-ground implementation. He has also ddvocacy for Employment Guarantee Law - Partnering with the community to participate in state and national-level movements for the right to employment under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), along with raising awareness and conducting social audits to enhance understanding and transparency of the law's provisions. Further, in assessing social programs including MGNREGA, ration distribution, pensions, anganwadi, and mid-day meal in Rajasthan and other states. He has also collaborated with diverse campaigns such as "Shamlat Abhiyan," "Women Farmers' Rights Forum," "SR Campaign," "Right to Food Campaign," "Right to Live with Dignity Campaign." Currently he is working as a coordinator in the Governance to Good Governance program.
Chandrakanta
Chandrakanta was born in Bundi Kui, Rajasthan. She completed her education up to 12th grade in Jaipur. After her studies, she got married in Abu Road. Following her marriage, her education was put on hold. After a gap of three years, she resumed her studies and completed her Bachelor of Arts. For the next ten years, she remained at home and did not venture outside. Amidst the confines of her household, she devoted her time to family responsibilities and did not get the chance to explore the outside world. However, she felt a strong urge to do something to strengthen her financial situation and establish her identity. This desire led her to face challenges from her family and society, as it was considered inappropriate for women from her community to work outside their homes. Chandrakanta began her work from home, providing tuition to children and slowly paving her way forward. In 2005, she joined hands with Jan Chetna Sansthan, where she faced initial difficulties. She observed that women in the village used to work for their families during the day and returned home in the evening, making it difficult to establish contact with them. To overcome this, she changed her approach, either adapting her work style or engaging in night meetings with them. Determined to bring about a change, Chandrakanta initiated the practice of savings among women in the village, advocated for the right to information, and participated in campaigns such as the Employment Guarantee Law and the Right to Food Campaign. She engaged in village-to-village walks and attended night meetings, despite the hurdles posed by family and society. She gained recognition as the Master Trainer for Panchayati Raj Law, PESA Law, Social Audits, and FRA Training in Sirohi district. She worked on the empowerment of women representatives, adolescent girls' empowerment programs, women's leadership programs, and various campaigns. Through her involvement with organizations like "Bhakhar Bhitarot Adivasi Vikas Manch" and "Ekal Nari Shakti Sangathan," she tackled issues related to forest land, FRA, health, education, women's empowerment, climate change, women's leadership, and tribal culture. Currently, with the support of IIFL Foundation, she is coordinating the "Baadi" program involving 100 Sakhi Centers in Abu Road.
Roopesh Bhatt
Roopesh has been associated with Jan Chetna Sansthan since 2017, and has been actively contributing to programmes for social inclusion and extending government schemes to differently-abled individuals in Abu Road and Pindwada blocks. From 2017 to 2019, he worked as the Block Coordinator to ensure the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and provide access to their rights. He served as the Cluster Head for 20 "Baadi" Centers, catering to dropout boys and those who never attended school in Abu Road block, from 2020 to February 2023. His primary focus was to provide education to these boys and subsequently facilitate their enrollment in regular schools.
Lakhma Ram
Lakhma Ram, a resident of Chandela village, Garasia, has been actively involved with Jan Chetna Sansthan since 2004. His journey began by engaging in the organization's initiatives, and since then, he has consistently contributed to the efforts and issues championed by the organization. He has participated in various movements, including the Right to Information Campaign, MGNREGA, Right to Work Campaign, and the Jungle Land People's Movement. By collaborating with the Jungle Land People's Movement, he worked towards better implementation of MGNREGA in different districts of Rajasthan, ensuring its effective execution and optimal utilization. He played a pivotal role in promoting social awareness and understanding related to social issues in various states by conducting social audits of government schemes. Lakhma Ram actively served as an active member of the Back Road Adivasi Development Forum, where he worked for the resolution of indigenous issues. He consistently advocated for the implementation of forest rights and the realization of the Forest Rights Act. His strong presence and popularity within the community led him to become the Sarpanch of his Gram Panchayat, as well as a member of the Panchayat Samiti. He has also been instrumental in various roles within the organization. Currently, Lakhma Ram continues his dedicated efforts towards resolving indigenous issues and advocating for better implementation of forest rights and PESA. His commitment and engagement have garnered him respect and recognition in every endeavor he undertakes. He works collaboratively with people whenever any issue arises, addressing them in a way that fosters positive change and community development.
Our Impact
100
'Sakhis' centers
49,29,298
in savings
100
'Sakhis' centers
49,29,298
in savings
100
'Sakhis' centers
49,29,298
in savings