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VIEWS (Voluntary Integration for Education and Welfare of Society) is a legally registered, not profit, civil society organization based in Odisha, India. The organization maintains all mandatory statutory registrations to ensure compliance, transparency, and eligibility for National and International collaborations.

Societies Registration Act, 1860

• Registration Number: GJM No. 7781-8 of 2008–2009
• Date of Registration: 4th April 2008
• Issuing Authority: Registrar of Societies, Ganjam, Odisha

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA)

• FCRA Registration Number: 104910201
• Date of Registration: 22nd March 2012
• Valid Till: 22nd March 2027
• Issuing Authority: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India

Income Tax Act, 1961 – 12AA Registration

• Registration Number: AABTV0563AE20211
• Date of Registration: 10th August 2012
• Purpose: Tax exemption for income generated through charitable activities

Income Tax Act, 1961 – 80G Registration

• Registration Number: AABTV0563AF20214
• Date of Registration: 10th August 2012
• Purpose: Enables donors to claim tax exemption under Section 80G

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Registration

• CSR Registration Number: CSR00006334
• Date of Registration: 20th May 2021
• Purpose: Empanelment to receive CSR funds under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013

Permanent Account Number (PAN)

• PAN: AABTV0563A

Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN)

• TAN: BBNV00240C

NITI Aayog DARPAN Registration

• DARPAN Unique ID: OR/2009/0016767

Other Statutory Registrations

• Registered under EPFO for employee benefits

Accreditation and Memberships

VIEWS is proud to be recognized and affiliated with national and international platforms that align with our commitment to transparency, sustainability, and inclusive development. These affiliations enhance our credibility, foster collaboration, and expand our impact globally and locally.

Accreditations:


• Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC):
  Recognized for our contribution to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the grassroots level.
• GuideStar India Transparency Certification:
  Accredited for financial transparency and accountability.
• GiveIndia Certification:
  Verified for ethical fundraising and program credibility.





Memberships in Coalitions and Networks:


• Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR):
  Engaged in community-led disaster risk reduction worldwide.
• Coalition for Street Children (CSC), UK:
  Advocating for the rights of street-connected children globally.
• Global Waste Cleaning Network (GWCN), UK:
  Promoting environmental sustainability and waste management.
• MasterPeace, Netherlands:
  Part of a global movement for peacebuilding through youth and community engagement.
• Organisation Internationale pour la Protection des Animaux (OIPA):
  Supporting global advocacy for animal protection and welfare.
• National Coalition for Natural Farming (NCNF), India:
  Advancing regenerative and sustainable farming practices.
• Youth4Water Plus, Bhubaneswar:
  A youth-led movement promoting water conservation and climate resilience.

These affiliations reflect VIEWS’ commitment to global best practices, cross-sector collaboration, and a unified approach to community empowerment.