Nitul Das
President, Astitva Foundation
To me, welfare represents the overall well-being of all living beings — ensuring that every individual, whether human or animal, has access to a life of dignity, safety, and care. Welfare is not just about providing basic needs like food and shelter; it also means promoting physical health, emotional comfort, and respect for life.
I believe that true welfare cannot exist in isolation. A society that strives for human welfare but ignores animal welfare remains incomplete in its compassion. Both are deeply connected — caring for animals reflects our moral growth and humanity. Protecting them not only maintains ecological balance but also teaches us responsibility, empathy, and respect for life in all its forms.
Vision
- Build compassionate communities where animal welfare is a shared civic responsibility.
- Advance research-backed practices that improve health, safety, and long-term outcomes.
- Strengthen partnerships across NGOs, academia, local bodies, and volunteers.
- Promote education that translates empathy into everyday action.
Focus Areas
Research & Evidence
The foundation emphasizes measurement and learning to refine programs. Typical activities include needs assessments, case documentation, protocol development, and knowledge sharing with peer organizations. Insights inform training materials, standard operating procedures, and policy recommendations.
- Field studies that improve rescue, fostering, and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Data systems for case tracking, transparency, and volunteer coordination.
- Evidence-based guidance for humane, safe, and scalable interventions.