SEWA, is a proactive community-based organization working for the most vulnerable and socio-economically marginalized sections of the population in the state of Odisha since 1991-92. Its long and arduous journey of over 25 years , SEWA has laid down several mile stones and supplementing efforts of the government for the upliftment of rural poor exlcluded and marginalized communities. Each passing year has witnessed some new initiatives and innovations. 

SEWA is focusing on sustainable livelihhos, food and nutrition security, agriculture and allied activities, Natural resource Management, Watershed Management, Vocational Training for the development of the poorest of the poor with a special emphasis on women, children and vulnerable. SEWA is poineer in building institutions, developing models, inclusive in its development approach and promote sustainable development process.