Kolping -Self Help Groups - Hyderabad Archdiocese Social Service Society

KOLPING INDIA TRUST

The Hyderabad Archdiocese Social Service Society had been actively promoting Kolping India programs in eight villages since the year 2018 covering 700 members from various sections of society.

Vision

Just and Empowered society based on the values of blessed Adolph Kolping.

Mission

Enhancing the capacities of the marginalized communities in India for holistic development.

Strategy

Kolping India Trust primarily works among people who are marginalized and deprived of basic needs through “help for self-help” approach. By partnering with Diocesan Social Service Societies in identifying and organizing the marginalized people into groups are known as “Kolping Families” It works on membership model, wherein every person who becomes a member, subscribes to its values and principles of Adolph Kolping. Kolping Family comprises of 10 – 20 individuals living in close proximity, come together to engage in social and economic development activities that benefit self, the group and society. Regular savings and inter lending are an integral part of the group’s operation besides initiatives to solve social issues and problems. Kolping India Trust supports members to improve their quality of life as per their guidelines.