ABOUT US
Enabling communities to lead their own development
SIPA is a not for profit development organization working across Madhya Pradesh since 2008 to build resilient communities through sustainable livelihoods, natural resource management, WASH, and community led development.
From grassroots mobilization to climate resilient agriculture and integrated rural transformation, SIPA works alongside communities to create sustainable systems and long term impact.
Our Mission
Establish exemplars of participatory development and governance to widely spread different ways of human development and sustainable environment.
Our Vision
Establish a society where every human being lives with dignity and participates in developing a sustainable, inclusive and climatic resilient environment.
Board of Trustees
SIPA is guided by an experienced Governing Board with expertise across rural development, WASH, governance, research, and social justice.
Mr. Ashish Biswas
- Member
Development sector professional with 35+ years of experience in rural development and water and sanitation programmes.
Mr. Ashish Jain
- Secretary
Civil engineer and programme manager with experience in watershed development, agriculture, WASH, and livelihood promotion.
Mr. Rajendra Kumar Parmar
- Treasurer
Researcher, journalist, and governance expert focused on gender equality and women’s empowerment through community based initiatives.
Mr. Shahzad Akhtar Khan
- Vice President
Development expert with 30+ years of experience in watershed development, sustainable livelihoods, and poverty alleviation programmes.
Mr. Shyam Bohre
- President
Experienced development professional working in education, rural management, and participatory training. Formerly associated with Nehru Yuva Kendra and RCVP Noronha Academy, Bhopal.
Ms. Santoshi Tiwari
- Member
Rural management professional with 20+ years of experience in WASH, women’s empowerment, and participatory development.
Ms. Sonu Anand
- Member
Works in the areas of sustainable agriculture, environment, and rural development.
Our Team
Our team brings together diverse experience across sustainable agriculture, WASH, livelihoods, watershed development, and community engagement. Working closely with local communities and institutions, we are committed to building resilient, inclusive, and sustainable development system.