About FMM Social Service Society
FMM Social Service Society (FMMSSS) is a registered, non-profit and non-political organization dedicated to the development and empowerment of women, children, and youth across India. Working across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Odisha, we focus on uplifting vulnerable and marginalized communities through sustainable, participatory, and rights-based development programs.
Who We Are
Founded on 31st January 2004, the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary Social Service Society was established with the mission to promote the integral development of women, children, and youth. With its head office in Telangana, FMMSSS operates across six states under the Mumbai Province.
At FMMSSS, we believe that meaningful social change happens when communities actively participate in shaping their development. Our participatory approach involves people in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation—building ownership, strengthening local leadership, and creating long-lasting impact.
Our interventions include structured programs and capacity-building activities focused on:
Skill development & vocational training
Education and child protection
Humanitarian support
Women empowerment & livelihood building
Youth leadership & employability
Community development & awareness programs
Over the years, our efforts have transformed the lives of thousands of individuals and communities. The positive social shifts we witness—improved confidence among women, safer childhoods, increased school enrollment, stronger community structures—motivate us to work with greater purpose.
Guided by compassion, participation, and empowerment, we strive to build a safer, stronger, and more equitable society for all.
Mission
Our response to the cry of the needy urges us to commit ourselves in a special way to the empowerment of women, the education of the girl child, the children at risk, the development of the youth, the awareness on reality of HIV/AIDS, the plight of the hapless girl children and women in flesh trade, the protection and promotion of environment, through Capacity building, Active involvement in the issues of the target group Sustainable development, Collaboration and networking, Research and documentation
Vision
We, the members of FMMSSS, challenged by Jesus the Liberator, give a prophetic response to the present realities of the disadvantaged and facilitate their growth by promoting equality, justice, dignity and peace, in harmony with creation—ushering in a new world.
Core Values
In our being and acting, we are animated by:
- Professionalism
- Transparency
- Inclusive hospitality
- Uncompromising authenticity
- Joy and commitment
These values guide our work, relationships, and service to communities.
