Working with 16 diocesan social service partners across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to strengthen communities, uphold human dignity and respond to the needs of those most vulnerable.
The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Social Service Forum (APSSF) is described in its organizational records as the regional social development body of the Telugu Catholic Bishops’ Council (TCBC). Registered in 2010 under the Andhra Pradesh Societies Registration Act, 2001 (Registration No. 232), the Forum brings together 16 Diocesan Social Service Societies.
APSSF strengthens diocesan social development efforts through coordination, capacity building, technical support, advocacy and partnerships. Its work is directed toward integrated development and service to people in need, irrespective of caste, creed or religion.
Our institutional commitmentThe original APSSF vision emphasizes a just society in which the dignity and human rights of Dalit communities are respected.
Our documented mission is to facilitate a just society by protecting and promoting the human rights of Dalits and fostering empowerment and liberation. APSSF’s broader regional work also supports vulnerable and marginalized communities.
These are documented programme areas and institutional priorities. Individual projects may be historical rather than currently active.
Historical Child Friendly Local Governance work promoted children’s participation in planning, budgeting and local decisions, including Bala Sabhas and school improvements.
The Forum has facilitated flood relief and rehabilitation with diocesan partners and Caritas India. Historical programme materials also mention disaster risk and resilience work in Adilabad, Khammam, Eluru and Warangal.
Sneha Hastham was a Caritas India cancer awareness and care campaign emphasizing prevention awareness, volunteerism, dialogue and community support.
APSSF supports diocesan partners through organizational assessment, planning, training, technical accompaniment and safeguarding policy development.
The Forum’s documented priorities include gender equity, human rights, Dalit empowerment and inclusion of marginalized communities.
The organizational profile records environmental awareness inspired by Laudato Si’, conservation, literacy, village reconstruction and capacity building as areas of work.
APSSF’s uploaded Child Friendly Local Governance programme material reports the following results. The reporting period and attribution should be confirmed before using them as audited impact claims.
Bala Sabha members encouraged two children who had stopped attending school to return. The records also report 53 children returning to formal schooling through Cuddapah DSSS.
In one documented case, children organized small contributions toward transport to help a peer with cerebral palsy attend school.
Bala Sabhas raised concerns about sanitation, playgrounds, school roads and facilities, engaging local authorities to seek improvements.
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The following dioceses appear in the uploaded organizational profile. Current names, boundaries and partner details should be checked before launch.
Across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, communities face challenges related to poverty, exclusion, access to essential services and natural disasters. APSSF welcomes dialogue with Catholic agencies, charitable foundations, development organizations and individuals who share a commitment to justice and dignity.
Support may include institutional strengthening, programme collaboration, technical expertise or grant partnerships for appropriately developed and approved projects.
Discuss a partnershipChild protection and participation; strengthening diocesan systems; disaster preparedness; health awareness; gender equity; community-led development and care for creation.
These are possible funding themes, not claims of currently approved or funded projects. Detailed proposals, budgets and legal eligibility must be verified separately.
The Forum is described as an official social development organization of the Telugu Catholic Bishops’ Council.
Its records describe planning, partner assessments, technical support, legal compliance efforts and safeguarding policy support.
Current governance, registration documents, annual reports, financial statements, safeguarding policies and applicable funding permissions should be made available once verified.
The historical profile names Most Rev. Sagili Prakash, Most Rev. Chinnabathini Bhagyaiah and Fr. Killada Paul Bhushan in leadership roles. Current appointments have not been independently confirmed and are intentionally not presented here as current.
We welcome enquiries from institutions and individuals interested in learning about APSSF, our diocesan network and opportunities for responsible collaboration.
Organization: Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Social Service Forum (APSSF)
Service region: Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, India
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