AROUSE

Animation Rural Outreach Service Society, Gumla, Jharkhand

Transforming Lives, Strengthening/Empowering Communities, Preserving Culture, Transforming Lives Since 1978

For over four decades, AROUSE (Animation Rural Outreach Service Society) has been working with marginalized tribal and rural communities of Jharkhand to promote sustainable livelihoods, social justice, environmental stewardship, and human dignity. Through community participation, capacity building, and innovative development initiatives, AROUSE empowers families to become self-reliant while preserving their rich cultural heritage.

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Districts

200 +

Villages

20+

Blocks

50 +

Panchayats

About Us

Our Success Story

Founded by Late Fr. Peter Paul Van Nuffel, Animation Rural Outreach Service Society (AROUSE) is a registered non-profit organization based in Gumla, Jharkhand.

Registered under the Society Registration Act, 1860, AROUSE works primarily among tribal and marginalized rural communities across Jharkhand, focusing on sustainable development, social empowerment, livelihood enhancement, and cultural preservation.

The organization believes that true development occurs when communities actively participate in shaping their own future.

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Our Focus Areas

Agriculture

Animal Husbandry

Art & Culture

Civic Issues

Environment & Forests

Health & Family Welfare

Food Processing

Unorganized Youth

Land Resources

Legal Awareness & Aid

Rural Development & Poverty Alleviation

Women's Development & Empowerment

Micro Finance (SHGs)

Tourism

OUR IMPACT

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Farmer Training

Thousands of farmers trained in sustainable agricultural practices.

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Women Empowerment

Hundreds of women empowered through Self Help Groups and leadership programmes.

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Food Security

Improved food security and household income across rural villages.

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Community Institutions

Strengthened Gram Sabhas and local community institutions.

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Tribal Culture

Promotion and preservation of tribal culture, language and traditions.

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Government Schemes

Enhanced access to government schemes and social welfare entitlements.

Our Works

Our Success Stories

Aman Oraon

Study Centre - Bonga

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Maheshwar Oraon,

Akhara Construction: The Inspiring Story of Sibnatoli

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Mr. Grasyaus Kujur

A Story of Hard Work, Innovation, and Family Leadership

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Partners and supporters

Our Gallery

Explore memorable moments from our community development initiatives, training programmes, awareness campaigns, cultural events, and livelihood activities across Jharkhand. Our gallery reflects the impact of our work and the journey of the communities we serve.

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