Karve Institute of Social Service proudly partners with like-minded organizations that are making a difference in mental health, education, gender equity, de-addiction, and community development. These collaborations support fieldwork, training, outreach programs, and inclusive social initiatives across Maharashtra.
1.Connecting Trust, Pune
Focus Area: Mental Health, Counselling, Psychosocial Support
About the Partner: Connecting is a volunteer-based organization working for suicide prevention and emotional well-being.
Our Work Together: We engage in joint training programs on mental health awareness, provide counselling support in slum communities, and facilitate student fieldwork placements.
2.Equal Community Foundation, Pune
Focus Area: Gender Equity, Boys’ Engagement in Gender Equality
About the Partner: ECF works with adolescent boys to challenge gender norms and promote respectful behavior.
Our Work Together: KINSS collaborates to support research studies and school-based interventions to raise awareness around gender equality and toxic masculinity.
3.Umeed – The Hope for Living
Focus Area: Community Development, Vocational Training, Health Awareness
About the Partner: Umeed works on holistic rural development and skill-building for youth and women.
Our Work Together: We jointly conduct awareness programs, youth counselling sessions, and co-design livelihood support projects, especially in peri-urban areas.
4.D.Y. Patil Arts, Commerce, and Science College
Focus Area: Education, Youth Development, Academic Collaboration
About the Partner: A reputed college under Savitribai Phule Pune University, offering diverse courses and community outreach.
Our Work Together: The collaboration includes academic research, internship programs for students, and workshops on career and personality development.
5.Jagruti Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, Pune
Focus Area: Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health
About the Partner: Jagruti provides residential care, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with psychiatric conditions.
Our Work Together: Karve Institute places MSW students for fieldwork here and jointly organizes mental health sensitization programs in the community.
6.Poona School and Home for Boys
Focus Area: Child Care, Shelter Home Support, Education for Underprivileged Boys
About the Partner: A pioneering institution providing care, education, and rehabilitation to orphaned or destitute boys in Pune.
Our Work Together: Our students work with children on life skills, education, and emotional well-being. We also support staff training and child rights awareness.
7.Navkshitij – Home for Mentally Challenged Friends
Focus Area: Intellectual Disability Support, Inclusion, Residential Care
About the Partner: Navkshitij provides a safe and joyful environment for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Our Work Together: We collaborate on disability inclusion training, research projects, and experiential learning modules for social work students.
8.Samyak Mental Health Rehabilitation and De-Addiction Center
Focus Area: De-addiction, Rehabilitation, Mental Wellness
About the Partner: Samyak offers structured programs for substance abuse recovery and emotional support.
Our Work Together: We conduct joint de-addiction awareness drives, psychoeducation camps, and field training for MSW students focusing on addiction care.
Creating Change Together
Our social project partners bring deep grassroots knowledge, passion, and expertise. Together, we strive to nurture inclusive communities, support vulnerable groups, and build a more just and equitable society.
