FORAID (Foundation for Operations Research and Action for Integrated Development) is a non-profit organization registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 in India. The organization works toward promoting sustainable development across socio-economic sectors by designing and implementing community-based programs that bring long-term positive change.
FORAID focuses on empowering communities by addressing key development challenges through research, capacity building, and field-based interventions. The organization works across multiple thematic areas including health and nutrition, water and sanitation, education, rural development, inclusive livelihoods, skill development, women empowerment, and child rights.
With a strong commitment to community participation, FORAID believes that sustainable development can only be achieved when people are actively involved in identifying their needs and implementing solutions. The organization collaborates with public and private sector partners, grassroots institutions, and local communities to design programs that are practical, inclusive, and impactful.
Alongside development initiatives, FORAID also undertakes operational research, program evaluations, and capacity-building initiatives that support better policy implementation and stronger development outcomes. Through its multi-sectoral and convergent approach, FORAID strives to create scalable models that contribute to long-term social and economic progress.
FORAID works to empower communities through education, healthcare, livelihood development, and inclusive social initiatives.
FORAID operates across health, education, rural development, women empowerment, child rights, and sustainable livelihood programs.
Organizations can collaborate through CSR initiatives, community projects, research partnerships, and capacity-building programs.
Our programs primarily support underserved communities, women, children, youth, and rural households.
FORAID is guided by a clear purpose to create sustainable and inclusive development through community ownership, evidence-based interventions, and collaborative action. Our mission and vision reflect our commitment to strengthening systems, empowering people, and developing scalable models that improve quality of life across socio-economic sectors.
