SEED is a globally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to building climate resilience and advancing socio-economic equity among underserved communities pan India. Established in 1996, SEED has over 25 years of grassroots experience working across vulnerable regions, with a strong presence in the Sundarbans and other climate-sensitive landscapes.
Recognized for its community-centric, participatory approach, SEED has been honored with the Eastern India NGO Leadership Award (2023). Through its multi-sectoral programs, SEED has directly impacted over 3.6 lakh individuals, addressing complex challenges at the intersection of climate change, livelihoods, health, water security and education.
SEED's work is anchored in interdisciplinary research, community participation and strategic partnerships, ensuring that interventions are context-driven, scalable and impactful. The organization is a proud member of Climate Action Network South Asia (CANSA), Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) under UNEP, Wetland Link International (WLI) Global and Asia Oceania, reflecting its national and global recognition.
Over the years, SEED has been entrusted with flagship projects supported by the World Bank, Rotary International, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (Government of India), NABARD, Trinity Challenge (UK), Signify Foundation and State Bank of India Foundation among others.
SEED is committed to empowering marginalized communities through sustainable development, gender equity and participatory governance. We work towards enhancing livelihoods, promoting environmental stewardship and fostering social justice, ensuring holistic and lasting impact in vulnerable regions.
A just, inclusive, and gender-equitable society where communities thrive with socio-economic equality, participatory development and environmental sustainability, ensuring a dignified quality of life for all.
To build climate-resilient, inclusive and self-reliant communities by fostering socio-economic empowerment, environmental conservation and social equity through participatory and rights-based approaches.
We prioritize inclusive opportunities, strengthen grassroots participation and promote strategic alliances to drive meaningful change. Our approach ensures that every community we serve can build a self-sustaining and empowered future.
At SEED, we believe that climate resilience and social justice must be community-driven, inclusive and rights-based.
Our approach is rooted in empowering marginalized and climate-affected communities—especially women and children—to lead change, reclaim their rights and build sustainable, dignified futures.
We adopt a multi-sectoral and participatory development model, ensuring communities are at the center of planning, decision-making and implementation.
SEED integrates gender equity, child rights, One Health, ecosystem restoration and climate-smart livelihoods across all its interventions.
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