Overview

Rooted in the legacy of ASSOCHAM, India’s apex industry chamber, the ASSOCHAM Foundation for Corporate Social Responsibility (AFCSR) was established as a Trust in 2013 to bridge the gap between policy and grassroots action— delivering impactful programs in partnership with corporates, government bodies, and communities. AFCSR is dedicated to identifying social, developmental, and environmental challenges that require urgent attention, measurable outcomes, and sustainable solutions.

As the social arm of ASSOCHAM, AFCSR plays a vital role in addressing development needs and driving impactful changes through well-designed activities and programs. With a clear objective to identify pressing social and environmental issues and implement sustainable solutions, AFCSR aims to foster national growth and development while promoting responsible business practices across India.

Vision: To be a catalyst for sustainable transformation by fostering collaboration between industry, government, and communities.

Mission: To drive an impactful CSR through policy advocacy, meaningful public-private partnerships, sector recognition, and knowledge creation.

Healthcare, Hygiene and Nutrition

Lack of hygiene and nutrition is a public health challenge. Improved accessible and affordable healthcare including preventive health facilities are foundation for achieving the real growth. With a primary objective to promote 'Health for ALL', an innovative model and comprehensive approach-basedinnovative programs and activities are adopted, through hygiene practices and safe, healthy, and nutritious food habits, to promote overall health and well-being of people and to realize full potential of the people in the country. ASSOCHAM Foundation has been at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19, by supporting the vulnerable segments - from

Road Safety

Lack of Road Safetyhas an adverse and deep negative impact and implications on economic, social, and overall development of the economy. The paramount objective is to cascade public awareness about road safety issues, formidable challengesfor a comprehensive understanding of factors involving post-crash serious injuries and fatal deaths and sharing best practices and sustainable solutionsso that effective steps may be taken to mitigate these. Organize interactive programs, conferences to share best practices and innovations across globe to make roads safer and secure among various stakeholders.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion is the utmost priority of all the leading corporate and Government's topmost agenda. The objectives are realized by facilitating a common platform for decision makers from Government, Corporate and other key stakeholders to discuss on policy matters, innovative approaches & sharing the best practices. AFCSR relentlessly endeavors to promote gender diversity and empower persons with disabilities, promote equal opportunities policies at Workplace through its innovative activities and practices. Promote of safe work environment for Persons with Disabilities through Accessible & Assistive Technology. Additionally, it

Education For ALL

Lack of access to 'affordable quality education' and very 'high dropout rates'especially among under privileged children and girls are one of the most formidable challenges in our Nation building process. The deep and complex socio-economic and other factors are major obstacles in achieving the goals of 'education for all'. To realize these goals and aligning with the vision of on girl'schild education and digital literacy, ASSOCHAM is relentlessly working to promoteaffordable and quality education for all to bridge the socio-economic, geographical, and other gaps through intervention and availability of cost-effective Informat

Environment and Sustainability

ASSOCHAM CSR project team supported by its esteemed members running campaigns to combat the air pollution across India involving key stakeholders including the government officials, healthcare professionals, village community involving farmers, students, localresidents, and respectable people representing the resident welfare association