We recognize that poverty and social issues is not simply a local problem that can be solved at the village level. From the international sphere to the village, policies and decisions are made that affect the lives of the poor. Problems of poverty and social evils cannot be tackled unless each of these levels is addressed in some way.

CHETNA lobbies with CBO's /Group and local administration. While organisation of poor people at the village level ensures that their voice is heard locally, advocacy strives to ensure that their voice is also heard at higher levels.