Mission
The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Development Studies (RGIDS) is a nongovernmental research organisation, registered under the Travancore Cochin Literary Scientific Charitable Societies Registration Act, 1955. It has been engaged in social science research, training and policy support to both Central and State Governments since its inception in 2005. Its strong academic base and core competence in the areas of decentralised governance and central state relations have been contributing significantly to the State of Kerala.
The institute has also been involved in training and capacity building of the elected representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions. RGIDS has conducted various research studies for the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD), Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA), Planning Board, Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), etc. With its strong academic base and expertise in the field of centre-state relations, decentralised governance and decision making, RGIDS fosters an innovative and practical approach while addressing contemporary challenges facing the society.
Voluntary Commitments
The Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments (SFVC) online platform allows stakeholders to inform the public about their work on DRR. The SFVC online platform is a useful toolto know who is doing what and where for the implementation of the Sendai Framework, which could foster potential collaboration among stakeholders. All stakeholders (private sector, civil society organizations, academia, media, local governments, etc.) working on DRR can submit their commitments and report on their progress and deliverables.