Our work
How GEF turns its mission into practice — and the people it has reached so far.
Our commitment to society
GEF empowers individuals and communities through research, education, knowledge and advocacy — prioritising social justice, human rights and sustainability.
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Human rights
Promotion and protection of the fundamental human rights of all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion or ethnicity.
Working against intra-social violation of human rights, especially those affecting poor and underprivileged people.
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Education & awareness
Building capacity on social justice, human rights and sustainability through training and workshops.
Preparing the younger generation for a pluralistic society, with consultation for skill development and placement.
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Research & knowledge
Extensive research across educational fields, analysing critical issues and their impact on communities.
Publishing newspapers, magazines, journals and booklets to spread knowledge and awareness.
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Social welfare
Eye camps, vaccination and blood donation drives, free health check-ups, disaster relief and rehabilitation.
Support for orphanages, old age homes and differently-abled individuals.
Measured in People, Not Promises
Figures published by the Forum covering beneficiaries reached, donors supporting the work, volunteers engaged and events delivered since inception.
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1,200+Beneficiaries reached
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540+Donors & supporters
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359+Volunteers engaged worldwide
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54+Successful events held
View these figures as a table
| Measure | Published figure |
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| Beneficiaries reached | 1,200+ |
| Donors & supporters | 540+ |
| Volunteers engaged worldwide | 359+ |
| Successful events held | 54+ |
Proudly advancing an inclusive India
GEF promotes a culture of human rights by uniting Indian ideas with universal principles — preserving heritage and craft, protecting endangered languages, supporting first-generation entrepreneurs and working towards a sustainable future.
- Education for every background
Access to quality education for every individual, regardless of socio-economic background.
- Craft, heritage and livelihood
Preserving India's languishing crafts by promoting artisans in markets so they can generate revenue.
- Endangered languages
Protecting languages spoken by minority communities, and connecting them with employment opportunities.
- First-generation entrepreneurs
Scientific training and industry-specific assistance, with links to banks and funding agencies.
- A sustainable future
Plantation programmes and environmental initiatives supporting conservation and non-conventional energy.