About
Integrated People Development Association (IPDA) is a registered non-profit organization established in 1995 and headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. For over three decades, IPDA has been committed to promoting sustainable community development through impactful programs across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.
Our organization works extensively in Chennai, Tiruvallur, and several other districts, focusing on improving the quality of life of economically disadvantaged and marginalized communities. We believe that lasting change is achieved by creating opportunities that empower individuals, strengthen communities, and promote inclusive development.
IPDA is dedicated to empowering rural communities, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), women, youth, children, and senior citizens through integrated development initiatives. Our interventions go beyond providing immediate assistance by addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality through sustainable, community-driven solutions.
Our key focus areas include:
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Education and Skill Development
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Women Empowerment and Livelihood Promotion
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Child Welfare and Protection
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Community Health and Nutrition
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Environmental Conservation and Climate Action
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Water Resource Restoration and Natural Resource Management
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Rural Development and Sustainable Agriculture
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Elderly Care and Social Inclusion
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Disaster Preparedness, Relief, and Rehabilitation
At IPDA, we envision empowered communities where every individual has equal access to opportunities, resources, and a dignified quality of life. Through partnerships with government agencies, corporate CSR initiatives, donors, and local communities, we continue to build resilient, self-reliant, and sustainable communities for a better future.
We believe all people can embrace who they are,
can define their future, and can change the world.
Our Mission
To improve the livelihoods and economic well-being of vulnerable and marginalized families by promoting inclusive and sustainable development, irrespective of caste, religion, gender, or social background. We are committed to advancing education, community health, women empowerment, environmental sustainability, skill development, and social and economic welfare, enabling individuals and communities to achieve self-reliance, dignity, and an improved quality of life.
Our Vision
Education, community health and promotion of social and economic welfare and upliftment of the people in general.
FOUNDERS'
SPEAK
A.KUMAR B.s.c.,M.A.,B.L
WELCOMING TO IPDA
About the Founder
Mr. A. Kumar, B.Sc., M.A. (Sociology) is the Founder and Chief Functionary of the Integrated People Development Association (IPDA). A dedicated social development leader, he has devoted his life to serving marginalized communities and promoting sustainable rural development.
With strong grassroots engagement, Mr. Kumar has built lasting relationships with rural communities, enabling IPDA to design and implement need-based development programs that create meaningful and sustainable change. His leadership is driven by a deep commitment to social justice, community participation, and inclusive development.
Mr. Kumar served as the Panchayat President of Koduveli Panchayat, Ellapuram Block, Tiruvallur District, for 10 years, where he successfully led several community development initiatives focused on rural infrastructure, education, health, sanitation, environmental conservation, and livelihood enhancement.
Under his visionary leadership, IPDA has grown into a trusted non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of vulnerable communities. The organization places special emphasis on the protection and development of children, ensuring that every child has access to education, healthcare, safety, and equal opportunities. IPDA believes that promoting and protecting children's rights is both a social responsibility and a reflection of its commitment to human dignity, compassion, and service.
Through integrity, innovation, and community partnership, Mr. A. Kumar continues to inspire IPDA's mission of building empowered, self-reliant, and sustainable communities.
Accountability and Transparency
At Integrated People Development Association (IPDA), accountability and transparency are fundamental principles that guide our governance, operations, and program implementation. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, ethical practices, and responsible stewardship of the resources entrusted to us.
To ensure effective governance and financial accountability, IPDA follows a comprehensive system of monitoring and compliance, including:
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Independent internal audits
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Statutory audits conducted by qualified Chartered Accountants
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External financial and program audits
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Periodic operational audits and evaluations
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Robust monitoring, reporting, and impact assessment systems
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Regular peer reviews and compliance with applicable statutory requirements.
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Our community-centred approach ensures that beneficiaries, community-based organizations, donors, corporate CSR partners, and government stakeholders remain actively involved in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. This participatory model strengthens transparency, promotes shared ownership, and ensures that our programs effectively address the needs of the communities we serve.
At IPDA, we are dedicated to building trust through responsible governance, financial discipline, ethical conduct, and measurable social impact.
LEGAL DOCUMENTS
IPDA has been Registered under the Tamil Nadu Society Registration Act 1975 ( Tamil Nadu Act 27 of 1975)
S.No. 84/1995
IPDA has been Registered under 12A & 80G of the Indian Income Tax 1961
IPDA has been Registered under NITI Aayog under Government of India
IPDA has been Registered under Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
CSR ACTIVITIES
REG NO : CSR00021454
FCRA NO : 076020035
50%
TAX BENEFITS
Your contributions to IPDA are eligible for tax exemption under section 80G of Income Tax Act.
Awards
outstanding service 2021
covid -19 pandemic
swachh Bharat award 2021
received from waste managment
BEST NGO
AWARD
2020