Vision
A society where progress comes from sustainability. Communities use resources in a democratic, equitable and productive way.
Peoples Science Institute, Dehradun
Development with Nature and People
For Sustainability and Dignity
Dedicated to nation building, we enable marginalised communities to overcome poverty by the productive, sustainable and equitable use of natural and human resources.
22
States
5.4 lakh
Households
29.7 lakh
People reached
Figures as stated in the PSI Home draft. PSI to confirm before publication.
Since 1988
Science with people at the centre.
In 1988, a group of IIT alumni came together in Dehradun. They shared one ideal: nation building.
PSI now works across India, with a focus on the Himalayan states and Bundelkhand.
Our storyOur purpose
Self reliant communities. Healthy nature.
Mission
To help communities overcome poverty. PSI joins research and technical skill with lived experience, so local groups can lead their own development.
Explore
Start here.
Three ways into the work. Villages, towns, rivers and hills.
Our approach
Research first. Local needs first.
01
Local needs form the base
Strong local institutions follow. Solutions stay practical and can travel to new places.
02
Research meets lived experience
PSI joins deep research and technical skill with what communities already know.
03
Communities own the work
Community ownership brings self reliance and fair use of resources.
