Goa Foundation
Aims to work on the conservation and protection of Goa’s natural environment.
- Bronze Certified 2023
- 80G
- 12A
About
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Headquarters
Mapusa, Goa
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Since
1986
The Goa Foundation is the most well known of Goa’s environmental action groups. Founded in 1986 by a group of Goan environmentalists each fighting his Read more or her own individual environmental battles, the organisation today commands the respect of judiciary, government and the general public for persisting with its environment agenda for more than three decades. The work of the Foundation spans different areas and fields, all related in some way or another with the conservation of Goa’s natural environment
Action
The Goa Foundation files public interest litigations, conducts environmental education, works on solid waste management, and takes on statutory responsibilities related to environmental protection in Goa.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Sub Sector
Impact
The Goa Foundation's legal work on mining, stretching 25 years, culminated in two detailed judgments by the Supreme Court of India that put an end to illegal mining in Goa.
Vision & Mission
The Goa Foundation aims to protect Goa's environment and natural resources through legal action, advocacy, and public awareness.
Programs
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Anti Plastic Campaign
The proliferation of plastic waste in both urban and rural environments of Goa, along with the inadequate disposal arrangements by municipalities and panchayat authorities, has been a cause of concern for many environmental NGOs and citizens since the establishment of the Goa Environment Federation (GEF).
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Biodiversity in Goa
In the realm of biodiversity in Goa, the vast array of life forms on Earth is highlighted, with approximately 1.8 million species identified and named by various groups including tribals, peasants, and scientists. While certain organisms like birds, mammals, and flowering plants are relatively well studied, there remains uncertainty surrounding lesser-known groups such as insects and fungi. Estimates suggest there could be up to eight million species or more, underscoring the ongoing need for further exploration and classification efforts. This underscores a significant challenge for the new millennium: enhancing our understanding of the diverse organisms with whom we share our planet.
Milestones & Track Record
Filing the first public interest litigation in Goa for protection of sand dunes, participating in the Western Ghats Peace March, publishing environmental guides and reports, and winning landmark Supreme Court cases on mining.
Leadership Team
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Norma Marie Alvares
President
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Satyendra Jagannath Sonar
Treasurer
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Lakshmi Gonsalves
Secretary
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAAAG0249C
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Registration ID
46/Goa/99
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VO ID / Darpan ID
GA/2020/0269345
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12A
AAAAG0249CE20211
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80G
AAAAG0249CF20211
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society