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About KIDS

A legacy of transformative education and social equity, built over two decades of dedicated service.

The Core

Vision & Mission

Kabitirtha Institute of Development and Studies (KIDS) operates as a catalyst for sustainable social change through high-quality education and professional training.

Our Vision

To create a world where educational excellence and social equity go hand-in-hand.

Our Mission

To implement innovative educational programs and community development projects with measurable impact.

Our Principles

Core Values

Equity

Ensuring fair access to opportunities for all.

Excellence

Upholding the highest standards in education.

Integrity

Operating with transparency and ethical conduct.

Innovation

Pioneering new methods for educational delivery.

Sustainability

Building lasting institutions and communities.

Collaboration

Working with partners to amplify impact.

Evolution

Our Journey

Founding & Registration

Formally registered as an NGO, establishing roots in West Bengal with a mission to serve rural communities.

2003
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Strategic Expansion

Successfully expanded operations across 9 critical districts, establishing satellite offices and mobile training units.

INSPIRE Ceremony

Grand celebration of Vision 2026 goals, marking impact on 50,000+ beneficiaries and honoring pioneer educators.

2026
The Female Brigade
Grassroots Power

The Female Brigade

Our “Female Brigade” is a dedicated cohort of 500+ women leaders, educators, and social activists who drive our mission on the ground. They manage health awareness drives, literacy camps, and vocational training sessions.

60%
Field Leadership
15k+
Women Empowered

Core Contributions

  • Rural Literacy Leadership
  • Health & Hygiene Workshops
  • Micro-Entrepreneurship Mentoring
  • Child Advocacy & Protection
Ethical Governance

Executive Committee

Our committee brings together expertise from academia, administration, and social service.

Gopal Sonar

Gopal Sonar

President

Visionary educationist with 30+ years in rural development.

Zakir Hossain

Zakir Hossain

Vice President

Expert in legal affairs and institutional governance.

Md. Rizwan

Md. Rizwan

General Secretary

Operations specialist overseeing multi-district delivery.

Md Shanawaz

Md Shanawaz

Vice President

Academic lead focusing on teacher training and pedagogy.

Nusrat Hussain Khan

Nusrat Hussain Khan

Treasurer

Financial controller ensuring transparency in NGO funds.

Board of Members

Aftab Nadeem

Aftab Nadeem

Member

Anguri Khatoon

Anguri Khatoon

Member

Ashraf Ali

Ashraf Ali

Member

Dr. Md Nasir

Dr. Md Nasir

Member

Gulshan Naaz

Gulshan Naaz

Member

Imteyaz Ahmed Ansari

Imteyaz Ahmed Ansari

Member

Javed Ashraf

Javed Ashraf

Member

Manoj Rai

Manoj Rai

Member

Maswood Ejaz

Maswood Ejaz

Member

Md Iqbal Ansari

Md Iqbal Ansari

Member

Md Khalid

Md Khalid

Member

Md Naushad Ali

Md Naushad Ali

Member

Md Shahbaaz Ali

Md Shahbaaz Ali

Member

Md Shahid

Md Shahid

Member

Reena Pandey

Reena Pandey

Member

Wasima Parveen

Wasima Parveen

Member

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2,000+

Teachers Trained

Enhancing rural pedagogy through specialized workshops.

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120+

Scholarships Awarded

Full academic support for talented marginalized students.

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50k+

Lives Impacted

Holistic community development since 2003.