Programmes – North-East Together

Activities & Impacts

Covid and Flood Relief Work

During the COVID pandemic, RCRC supplied ration kits and health and sanitation materials to approximately 100,000 families. Furthermore, partner organizations within NET collaborated with APF, AHT, and RCRC to distribute essential resources to communities impacted by flooding in Manipur and Assam.

Capacity Building

NET has established a partnership with Dhwani Foundation and RNBA to launch Organizational Development (OD) cohorts for partners in Manipur and Assam. This initiative is designed to bolster regional collaboration and improve organizational development in these areas. As a leader in developing OD practices and systems within nonprofit organizations, Dhwani is collaborating with NET to enhance the capacity of partner organizations.

Strategy Meet

The NET steering committee, alongside Mr. Annat Bhagwat from Bridgespan, convened for a two-day vision-setting session. Although NET had been engaged in numerous activities, a collaborative vision setting exercise with a well-defined action plan was essential to enhance its operations and establish a clear direction. By the conclusion of the sessions, the committee successfully formulated specific goals.

Annual General Meeting

The North-East Together Network (NET) held its AGM 2025 on October 6-7 in Guwahati, attended by over 60 civil society organizations. The meeting aimed to approve the NET Roadmap 2035, improve governance and membership structures, and explore new collaboration opportunities with government, CSR, academia, and development partners.

North East Edit

The region faces a lack of knowledge sharing platforms, limiting collaboration among organizations. NET has promoted cross-state and cross-sector learning to improve community impact by conducting workshops and discussions. In collaboration with the SeSTA NODE Program and Axis Bank Foundation, NET organized Northeast EDIT to showcase the work of local CSOs to funders and donors in Mumbai.

Cross-Field Visits to Identify NPOs in Various States

Members of the NET steering committee, visited Manipur and engaged with numerous NGOs to gain insight into their operations, challenges, and successes in their respective areas. These visits fostered cross learning and enhanced our understanding of the diverse organizations.

Flood Relief in Arunachal Pradesh

In June 2025, the Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh experienced severe flash floods near Miao and Bordumsa. In response, local collaboration and national solidarity emerged, with Bethel Life Care Charitable Trust, supported by Ashraya Hastha Trust and partnered with Rera Welfare Society, launching a humanitarian effort facilitated by the Northeast Together Network.

Exposure Visits

Members of NET traveled to Nagaland to participate in the Tamenglong Orange and Naga King Chilli Festival on December 4, 2025, organized by fellow NET member PESCH. The collective use such exposure trips not only reinforce the connections between the organizations but also provide a valuable platform for sharing best practices and innovative solutions to shared challenges.

Connections

NET has facilitated connections between partner organizations and SAATHIYA, a career development organization. This initiative aims to support these organizations in understanding alignment and engaging in conversations with institutions. The collaboration is designed to empower young individuals by equipping them with the essential tools and guidance needed to pursue fulfilling careers.

Donor Connections

NET member organizations were linked with donors and we have facilitated field visits for them. These visits provided donors with the opportunity to see firsthand the impact of their contributions and the commitment of the involved organizations.

OD Partners

NET member organizations are referred to and connected with institutions for organizational development (OD) capacitybuilding. Notable programs include NODe by Sesta, Drishte and Niranthar by Dhwani, Root to Branches OD building program, and NFI’s incubation program. NET facilitates these connections, ensuring its partner organizations have access to essential capacity building programs.

Strategic Planning Meeting 2026

On May 15, North-East Together (NET) Foundation convened a strategic meeting with its Board of Directors, advisors, volunteers, and well-wishers to shape the network’s next operational phase. The discussion focused on defining NET’s first 100-day priorities, clarifying governance structures, outlining membership value propositions, and addressing long-term sustainability to drive collaborative impact across Northeast India.

Workshop on Finance & Compliance in Guwahati

In June 2026, North-East Together Foundation (NET) hosted a one-day workshop on Finance, Accounts, and Compliance at the NFI Conference Hall, facilitated by CA Ashis Agarwal. Supported by Seven Sisters Development Assistance (SeSTA) and venue partner National Foundation for India (NFI), the session brought together 23 participants from partner organizations across the Northeast to strengthen financial management, accounting practices, and statutory compliance for future-ready institutions.

Flood Relief Efforts in Jonai, Assam

In July 2026, severe flash floods originating from Arunachal Pradesh’s catchment areas inundated the Jonai region of Assam, stranding thousands of families. In response, North-East Together (NET) coordinated a rapid, community-led relief operation featuring Sunbird Trust, North Star Club, and SEDO, backed by key support from the Ashraya Hastha Trust. Together, the field teams reached over 40 remote villages and delivered essential ration kits to 2,723 affected households.

Cross Learning

Member organizations engage in reciprocal visits to learn from and support one another. Recently, team members from Sunbird Trust, along with the founder of Bethel Charitable Trust, visited Projonmo in Guwahati to gain insights into their operations. By observing each other’s strategies and workflows, these members acquire valuable knowledge that can be adapted and implemented in their own initiatives.

Drishte Awareness Programme

North-East Together Foundation (NET), in technical partnership with Dhwani Foundation, launched the “DrishtE Awareness Programme” to strengthen organizational capacity for Civil Society Organisations across the Northeast. After completing two cohorts reaching 44 NGOs through structured online learning, the initiative is now advancing to its second phase, “DrishtE Deep Dive,” focusing on practical application to enhance governance, leadership, and long-term institutional effectiveness.