T. Alivelamma serves as the President of the organization, providing dedicated leadership with a strong commitment to grassroots development and social empowerment. Through her clear vision and guidance, the organization continues to implement meaningful and impactful initiatives. She plays a vital role in steering the mission, strengthening governance, and ensuring the overall growth and direction of the organization.

M. Narayana Swamy serves as the Secretary of the organization, overseeing day-to-day administrative functions and ensuring effective coordination across all programs and projects. His strong organizational skills and dedicated approach contribute significantly to efficient internal operations. He plays a key role in planning, implementing, and monitoring field-level activities, ensuring timely and effective program execution.

N. Aswani serves as the Joint Secretary, supporting the organization’s administrative functions with a focus on effective communication and accurate documentation. She assists in the smooth implementation of programs and strengthens coordination among team members. Her dedicated support enhances operational efficiency and promotes active member engagement within the organization.

V. Mallikarjuna serves as the Treasurer of the organization, managing its financial affairs with transparency, accuracy, and accountability. He is responsible for budgeting, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining timely financial records and reports. His diligent oversight ensures the organization’s financial stability, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Mr. G. Nagarjuna is an Executive Committee Member who contributes to the organization’s overall development, bringing valuable experience in cultural and community-based activities. He actively supports the planning and coordination of cultural programs, ensuring that events are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with the values of HANDS. Through his strong engagement in cultural initiatives, he helps strengthen team spirit, encourage participation, and foster a positive and vibrant organizational environment.

Ms. S. Kalyani serves as an Executive Committee Member, playing a key role in promoting youth engagement and participation. She works closely with youth ambassadors to strengthen their involvement in community development activities. She also organizes and mentors children’s groups, ensuring they receive appropriate guidance, motivation, and opportunities for learning and active participation. Through her dedicated efforts, she nurtures leadership qualities among young people, encourages positive values, and helps create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for their overall growth and development.

Mr. K. Hanumappa serves as an Executive Committee Member, providing guidance and support to the organization’s leadership. He actively participates in key decision-making processes, reviews project activities, and offers constructive inputs to strengthen program implementation and governance. Through his consistent involvement, he contributes to strategic planning, promotes accountability, and supports the overall growth, effectiveness, and stability of the organization.

PD Rathnam, M.A., B.L., Advocate, serves as the Legal Advisor to HANDS – Human And Natural Resources Development Society. He provides legal guidance to the organization in matters related to statutory compliance, agreements, and organizational governance. He supports HANDS by reviewing legal documents, advising on regulatory requirements, and assisting the organization in ensuring transparency, accountability, and adherence to applicable laws in all its programs and activities. Address: H.No. 9/276, Horeb Compound, Gooty RS, Ananthapuramu District – 515 402, Andhra Pradesh Phone: +91 9395599991

Ms. B. Bhagya serves as the Finance Officer at the Gooty Head Office, managing the organization’s accounting, financial, and administrative functions. She oversees budgeting, financial planning, audit preparation, and statutory compliances including Income Tax and FCRA. She manages staff salaries, attendance, PF contributions, office administration, and official correspondence. Ms. Bhagya maintains financial and program data through the HANDS Goojan App, supports proposal development, coordinates with funding agencies, and ensures adherence to organizational policies. Her role is vital to effective financial management and smooth organizational operations.

Mr. M. Ravi serves as the Accounts Officer at the Head Office and is responsible for overseeing overall accounting functions in close coordination with program-level accountants. He manages accurate bookkeeping and the maintenance of financial records, ensuring that all accounts are properly updated and compliant with organizational and statutory requirements. His work contributes significantly to financial transparency, accountability, and effective financial control. In addition to his accounting responsibilities, Mr. Ravi supports overall administrative management by efficiently managing office resources and overseeing day-to-day administrative operations. He provides essential operational support to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the organization. He works under the supervision and guidance of the Finance Officer, HANDS. His role is vital in maintaining strong financial systems and ensuring effective organizational operations.

Mr. D. N. Raju serves as the Communications Manager at HANDS and is responsible for managing the organization’s communication and visibility initiatives. He oversees the HANDS organizational website and social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube, ensuring regular and consistent updates that highlight program activities, achievements, and impact. He handles day-to-day photo documentation of all programs and attends field activities to capture high-quality visual content. He prepares and designs engaging posts for social media platforms and manages video documentation, including editing and uploading program-related videos to the HANDS YouTube channel. In addition, Mr. Raju maintains systematic documentation and records of all project activities to support reporting, communication, and outreach efforts. His work plays a vital role in enhancing the organization’s visibility, transparency, stakeholder engagement, and public outreach.

Ms. V. Nagalakshmi serves as the Program Coordinator for the Agroforestry Carbon Credit Program, overseeing planning, implementation, and monitoring through Field Coordinators. She provides technical guidance and training to farmers on agroforestry practices, nursery management, plantation, and post-plantation care, while promoting participatory and sustainable land-use practices. She manages nurseries, coordinates resource distribution, oversees budgets, ensures compliance and reporting, and integrates climate-smart, eco-friendly, and gender-inclusive approaches. Her coordination and community-focused planning support the effective implementation and sustainability of the program.

Mr. S. Shivashankar serves as the Program Coordinator for the Agroforestry Carbon Credit Program, overseeing planning, implementation, and monitoring through Field Coordinators. He provides technical guidance and hands-on training to farmers on agroforestry practices, nursery development, plantation, and post-plantation care, and actively engages farming communities, field staff, and stakeholders to promote participatory and sustainable land-use practices. He manages nurseries, coordinates resource distribution, oversees budgets, ensures compliance and timely reporting, and integrates climate-smart, eco-friendly, and gender-inclusive approaches. Through effective coordination and monitoring, he contributes to the successful implementation and sustainability of HANDS’ Agroforestry Carbon Credit Program.

Mr. Ramesh serves as the Program Manager for the PU Project in Gooty, providing overall leadership for planning and implementation of HIV prevention activities. He supervises outreach teams, including ORWs and PEs, ensuring timely and effective service delivery. He coordinates community outreach, awareness, and behaviour change initiatives, and facilitates access to sexual health services through government health facilities (CHCs, AHCs, and PHCs) across Gooty, Pamidi, Garladinne, and Peddavaduguru Mandals. Mr. Ramesh strengthens partnerships with community groups, NGOs, and government departments, monitors project progress, manages resources, ensures compliance with APSACS/NACO guidelines, and maintains quality reporting. His strategic oversight and data-driven approach enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.

Mr. Babji is the Program Manager for the PU Project in Dhone, leading the planning, implementation, and monitoring of HIV prevention interventions. He supervises Outreach Workers (ORWs) and Peer Educators (PEs), coordinates community outreach and behaviour change initiatives, and facilitates access to sexual health services through CHCs, AHCs, and PHCs across selected mandals of Nandyala District. He collaborates with NGOs and government departments, ensures compliance with APSACS/NACO guidelines, manages resources, and maintains quality reporting to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.

Mr. G.Vishnuvardhan is serving as MECA at HANDS under the PU–Gooty program in Anantapur District, AP, supported by APSACS. He oversees data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure effective monitoring of HIV prevention services. He supports field staff, promotes community awareness, and helps reduce stigma. In addition, he manages monthly accounts related to staff salaries and program expenditures, and submits financial documents to DISHA – Anantapur . His work strengthens coordination, accountability, and overall program effectiveness among key populations.

Mr. S. Viswaraju is serving as MECA at HANDS under the PU–Dhone program in Nandyala District, AP, supported by APSACS. He oversees data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure effective monitoring of HIV prevention services. He supports field staff, promotes community awareness, and helps reduce stigma. In addition, he manages monthly accounts related to staff salaries and program expenditures, and submits financial documents to DISHA – Kurnool/Nandyala. His work strengthens coordination, accountability, and overall program effectiveness among key populations.