Second training of community workers under Jagruti II
A two-day training for community workers at the DST office, Aundh, on 5–6 June 2026, including feedback on the summer camps.
Standing with the NGOs and communities who build Maharashtra from the ground up
Development Support Team, Pune, strengthens grassroots organisations through training, research and hands-on support — and works directly with women, farmers and urban communities on mental health, livelihoods and disaster relief.
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About Development Support Team
Development Support Team (DST) was established in response to the newly emerging needs and expectations of the civil society sector. Many organisations, engaged in the field of multifaceted development, were established in the country in the 80s. However, these well-meaning organisations needed support for programme design, organisational management, training, documentation, monitoring and other technical aspects.
To provide this support, DST was formed to provide need based, ongoing and participatory support that would enable the organisations to operate effectively and efficiently. A group of like minded people which included social workers, development professionals, academicians and development practitioners came together and formed DST.
From our recent work
- 65children aged 8–14 joined the Old Sangvi summer camp under Jagruti II, May 2026
- 21Pardhi families in Salse received household relief kits after the 2025 floods
- 15varieties of native seeds distributed to smallholder and single women farmers in Sangola and Karmala
- 15community women trained as Jagruti mental health workers in Dapodi and Ramtekdi
Our programmes
Two long-running programmes where DST works directly with communities.
Thematic areas
NGOs have power to bring change in the lives of women and the poor. These are the areas where DST focuses its support.
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Climate change mitigation, impact of climate change on health
Working with NGOs, networks and government agencies on climate change issues, promoting resilience and mitigation measures — including consultations on women’s health in the context of climate change.
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Natural resource based rural livelihoods
Promoting climate resilient agriculture, native seeds and allied livelihood activities with small NGOs and the farmers they work with.
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Gender equality and women empowerment
Supporting women’s groups through training and linkages, and strengthening Self Help Groups and their federations, including their financial planning and literacy.
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Disaster management
Relief and rehabilitation since the 1993 Latur earthquake — through the 2001 Gujarat earthquake, the 2005 and 2006 Maharashtra floods, the 2019 western Maharashtra floods and the 2025 Maharashtra floods.
Latest news & events
All news & eventsPress note: Summer camps by Development Support Team (DST)
Two summer camps for children aged 8–14 in Juni Sangvi and Dapodi, Pune, to help them stay away from mobile addiction — 13–15 and 20–22 May 2026.
Summer camp for 65 children in Old Sangvi
A three-day summer camp for children aged 8–14 under the Mental Health – Jagruti II project, 13–15 May 2026.
Workshops and events
A glimpse of DST workshops with community workers, women’s groups and partner organisations.
Open galleryReports & studies
Annual reports, research studies and programme reports — free to read and download.
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Press note: Summer camps by Development Support Team (DST)
Two summer camps in Juni Sangvi and Dapodi, 13–15 and 20–22 May 2026 (Marathi).
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Summer camp for children, Old Sangvi — 13–15 May 2026
A three-day camp for 65 children aged 8–14 under the Jagruti II project.
Donate to enable communities
Your contribution helps DST reach the disadvantaged sections of rural and urban society — enhancing livelihoods, up-scaling skills and improving physical and mental wellbeing. Donations are tax exempted under Section 80G.
