Purvanchal Gramin Seva Samiti (PGSS) was established in the year 1986 as one of the flagship units of Gorakhpur with the vision of having a society based on justice, gender equity and fullness of life for all. Since its inception, PGSS has been working towards Empowerment of the Marginalized especially the Dalits, Women and Children through a process of awareness, organization, advocacy and collective actions for raising their socio-political, educational, economic, health status and promotion of safe environment. The year 2011-12 marks the 'Silver Jubilee Year' of the establishment of PGSS and during these past years, we have developed a strong resource base for capacity building of various stakeholders across the seven districts of Gorakhpur and Basti Division.