CARPED is an action research group, formed by a group of young professionals, engaged in participatory community development. Community participation, education, protection and promotion of environment and social capital are central to the activities of the organization. Emphasis on children, women and environment are major areas of attention of CARPED’s action research interventions that provide space for the participation and engagement of the stakeholders in analysis and change of the conditions forming the milieu of the people with whom CARPED works.

CARPED’s activities are focused on action research, information dissemination, mobilization, advocacy and assistance. Strategic approach to developmental efforts consists of capacity building of self-help groups (Vana Samrakshana Samithis, thrift and credit groups, water users’ associations etc.) and resource mobilization and management of government sponsored welfare measures.