Welcome to FERAL
About Us
FERAL is a non-profit trust formed in 1997 and we are a team working on various aspects of applied research on ecological and environmental issues. Our key areas of work include wildlife conservation, ecological restoration, natural resource management and capacity building in these areas.
Our mandate or mission is: to provide a base and support for young researchers to follow their research interests and priorities. To impart training in ecological research, field survey techniques and tools. To apply ecological research to solve issues in natural resource management, conservation and advocacy.
Our objectives are:
- To provide resources and information technology to NGOs, Environmental Groups, Development Agencies and Government organisations on request.
- To monitor development activities in coastal regions and other fragile ecosystems with the intent of identifying ill advised development projects and advancing those which enhance bio-diversity and lead to sustainable development.
- To train students from India and abroad in field methods important in bio diversity monitoring and sustainable development.
- To provide education to students by conducting courses on the fundamentals of ecology and ecological diversity, in computer methods in tracking bio-diversity including GIS methods and field courses in sustainable development with local applications.
- To secure the effective use of the legal process by providing training, resources and personnel to advocacy efforts related to conserving or enhancing bio diversity.
- To create and mobilise public opinion.
- To mobilise and receive funds to carry out any or all of the above said objectives.
- To establish and develop and institution/s to help in realising the above mentioned objectives.
Organization
FERAL is a non-profit trust registered at Pondicherry on the 22nd of July 1997 (No.1327/97). We were certified as a Scientifc and Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO) by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Minstry of Science and Technology, New Delhi. The certificate (No.11/493/08-TU-V) is valid until 31/03/2014.
Our organisational structure consists of a board of trustees, advisors and a management board and is aimed at facilitating independent research while ensuring a high degree of academic quality and accountability.
Joining and Volunteering
Volunteers
Opportunities to participate in the work we do are available from time to time. All our projects are primarily field oriented and provide the space for learning new techniques and getting a taste of field and community related initiatives. Interested persons are requested to email us and you will be put in conatct with the right person. Do send us a few lines about yourself and why you would like to be involved to help us process your request.
Researchers
It is our mandate to provide an umbrella for ecological research. We encourage researchers who require institutional support for conducting research, provided it is within our overall mandate. The institutional support provided would include development of research proposal, grant raising, running the project, analysis and dissemination of results. If you are interested in working in India and require some support in terms of field expenses, guidance and hands on training do get in touch with us. Please note that supporting you depends on ongoing projects, availability of funds and personnel. The decision of the selection committee on your application is final. Also note that stipend provided is to cover field expenses only (including travel and logistics). To be considered for financial support you must prepare a short proposal (not more than four pages) which contains:
- Introduction to your research question.
- Why you want to do this work -- Purpose/Goal
- Description of what you want to do-- Objectives
- How you will go about this -- Activities and Methods
- What outputs you expect to achieve -- Outputs
- Types and amounts of expenses involved -- Budget with justification.
Funding Partners and Projects
List of Supporting Partners and Projects
Collaborating Institutions
Institutional Partners
Banking Information
Bank and Transwire Code Information for Local Funds (INR)
Bank Name: State Bank of India, Siruthozhil Branch
Account Holder's Name: Foundation for Ecological Research Advocacy & Learning
Bank Account Number: 10159320276
Currency: INR (Indian Rupee)
Account Type: Current Account
Branch Code: 7314
SWIFT Code: SBININBB228
RTGS Number & IFS Code: SBIN0007314
Micr Code: 605002003
Bank Address:
State Bank of India, Siruthozhil Branch
P.B.No.: 105
No.27, Kamaraj Salai, Pondicherry - 605 011
India
Phone: (+91 413) 2227821, 2336496
Bank and Transwire Code Information for Foreign Funds (FCRA)
FCRA Registration number: 285130074
Nature: Educational Social
Bank Name: State Bank of India, Main Branch
Account Holder's Name: Foundation for Ecological Research Advocacy & Learning
Bank Account Number: 10831168238
Currency: Foreign
Account Type: Current Account
Branch Code: 900
SWIFT Code: SBININBB228
RTGS Number & IFS Code: SBIN0000900
Micr Code: 605002002
Bank Address:
State Bank of India, Main Branch
PB No.:101,
15 Rue Suffren, Pondicherry - 605 001
India
Phone: (+91 0413) 2336151, 2336208
Other Organisational Details
Registration Number: 1327
Registration Date: 22nd July 1997
80 G Exemption: 01/04/2001 onwards
DSIR Certification: Upto 31/03/2014
PA Number: AAATF0264H
TA Number: CHEF03299C
