Adivasimitra is currently assisting Indigenous, Primitive Tribal Groups, and vulnerable sections in three mandals of Paderu district, located in the eastern ghats, north Andhra Pradesh. The operational area includes sustainable agriculture, farmer producer cooperatives, skills and livelihoods, rights and entitlements, natural resource management, education, health and nutrition, and culture.

Operational Area
Adivasimitra operates in 178 tribal villages of Paderu, Hukumpeta, and Pedabayalu mandals of Paderu – Alluri Sitaramarju district.

Areas of Expertise
Adivasimitra's multifaceted approach addresses the diverse needs of Adivasi communities, focusing on empowerment, rights, culture, environment, and overall well-being. The organization's thematic areas reflect a commitment to sustainable development and the preservation of Adivasi identity.

1. Comprehensive Development of Adivasi Communities:
- Adivasimitra is dedicated to the holistic development of Adivasi communities in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh.
- The organization strives for inclusion, equality, and social justice for tribal populations.
- Emphasis on sustainable development practices that cater to the diverse needs of Adivasi communities.
2. Advocacy & Support for Tribal Rights & Entitlements:
- Adivasimitra excels in advocating for Tribal Rights under Forest Rights Act, PESA, NREGA, and other welfare programs, ensuring access to entitlements, and addressing issues related to land, forest, and other resources.
- Adivasimitra actively engages in strengthening local governance.
- Works to bridge the gap between Adivasi communities and government welfare programs.
3. Community Empowerment through Education, Skill Building, and Entrepreneurship:
- Nurtures community-based organizations to mobilize engagement and promote leadership among Adivasi youth and women.
- Focus on education, skill development, and entrepreneurship to empower Adivasi individuals and build sustainable livelihoods.
4. Health & Nutrition:
- Adivasimitra works towards improving the health status of Adivasi communities, with a specific emphasis on the health of women and children.
- Conducts medical camps, provides awareness on preventive health measures, and offers training in community health management.
5. Gender Equality:
- Promotes gender equality by addressing issues related to women's rights, empowerment, and participation in community development.
- Strives to create a balanced and inclusive environment for men and women within Adivasi communities.
6. Preservation and Promotion of Adivasi Culture:
- Actively promotes and preserves Adivasi culture, languages, customs, and traditions.
- Supports initiatives that contribute to the unity and cultural heritage of different tribal communities.
7. Environmental Protection and Regeneration of Forest:
- Committed to environmental stewardship and the protection of natural resources.
- Addresses challenges related to climate change, deforestation, and ecosystem degradation.
- Encourages sustainable forest protection and regeneration practices among Adivasi communities.
8. Sustainable Agriculture and Farmer Producer Groups:
- Promotes sustainable agricultural practices, including natural farming techniques.
- Facilitates the formation and strengthening of Farmer Producer Groups and cooperative societies.
- Focus on fair pricing, collective marketing, processing, and value addition of farm and forest produce.
9. Natural Farming (Recent Addition):
- Implements projects related to natural farming in collaboration with partners like the Azim Premji Philanthropic Initiative.
- Promotes organic and sustainable farming practices among Adivasi farmers.

Key Achievements
Key Achievements of Adivasimitra:

1. Community Mobilization and Organization:
- Formation of Adivasi Mahasabha, a people's organization, with 6,739 community members addressing development gaps.
- Active engagement in PESA Gramasabhas, showcasing enhanced community participation.

2. Land Rights and Advocacy:
- 1,156 families secured Rights of Record (RoR) titles for 1,918 acres of land.
- Resolution of 1,177 community grievances related to land and other issues.
- Resolved 103 cases of dowry and child marriage through consultations and counseling.
- Resolved interstate dispute between Odisha and tribal farmers of Andhra Pradesh through legal advocacy. Issued land titles to 242 families, 12 villages of Borra panchayat, Anantagiri Mandal.
3. Natural Farming and Farmer Producer Groups:
- Implementation of natural farming projects, benefitting 1,045 farmers, with 352 implementing practices across 215 acres.
- Formation of 100 farmer producer groups involving 1,600 farmers across 95 villages.
- Tackling fair price turnover of INR 1,57,81,784 achieved through collective marketing.

4. Livelihood Enhancement and Employment:
- Development of Adivasi training & resource center for skill training and entrepreneurship.
- 561 members secured employment, generating income through various activities, including fungi-culture and integral farming.

5. Revival of Traditional Crops and Medicinal Plants:
- Contribution to biodiversity conservation through the revival of traditional crops and medicinal plants in Kodu villages.

6. Gender Equality:
- Achieving gender balance in developmental actions, promoting equality within the community.
- Addressing 103 cases of dowry and child marriage through consultations and counseling.

7. COVID-19 Response and Support:
- Handholding support reached 1,275 tribal families during the COVID-19 pandemic through awareness, information, and relief kit distribution.

8. Health and Hygiene Improvement:
- Conducting medical camps, building awareness on health and hygiene, and providing training in community health management.
- Striving for providing safe drinking water in Adivasi villages.

These achievements reflect the organization's commitment to the comprehensive development, rights, and well-being of Adivasi communities in the Eastern Ghats of Andhra Pradesh. Adivasimitra's impact extends across various domains, contributing to the empowerment and upliftment of tribal populations.