Rural Development

Art of Living started its development work in 1982 and initially focused on the provision of primary education to poor children and vocational training to rural women in India . In 1997, the Foundation expanded its activities to encompass rural communities for addressing the needs of the poor and disadvantaged in a holistic manner. Today, the organization's work in rural areas ranges from comprehensive rural development, education, tribal welfare, to organic farming, micro financing, vocational training and emergency relief.