Vision & Mission
A just and humane society
Social Initiatives for Growth and Networking (SIGN) is the official body of the Catholic Bishops of Jharkhand and Andamans (JHAAN) for social concern and human development. It anchors the efforts of eight Social Service Societies of the dioceses of Daltonganj, Dumka, Gumla, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Khunti, Ranchi and Simdega in promoting a just and humane society based on the gospel values of love, equality and dignity to all.
Vision
A just and humane society based on the values of love, peace, equality and dignity to all.
Mission
An empowered society, well-knit and disciplined, that upholds the human dignity of the oppressed and the marginalised, especially the Tribals and the Dalits, by means of liaison and networking with the diocesan institutions and faith-based organisations, in dialogue and collaboration with the government and like-minded organisations.
Goals
Eight goals that shape our work
- 1Ensuring sustainable livelihood opportunities to all, particularly based on harmony with nature, especially for the poor and the marginalised
- 2Promoting effective governance
- 3Enabling a holistic and healthy society
- 4Ensuring quality education for all
- 5Ensuring women’s participation and rights in all spheres
- 6Preventing human trafficking
- 7Fostering inter-religious harmony
- 8Ensuring SIGN and its partners become effectively managed and sustainable organisations
Vision & Mission in pictures
Illustrations that accompany SIGN’s vision and mission.
Work with us
Let’s build a just and humane society together.
Whether you are a community, a diocesan partner, a donor, a government department or a like-minded organisation, we would be glad to hear from you.
