🏛️ ABOUT US
🔷 Organization Introduction
PRGI REGISTERED ETHICAL STAKEHOLDERS SHIELD ASSOCIATION is a Section 8 not-for-profit organization established with a strong commitment towards the welfare, protection, and empowerment of journalists across India.
In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, journalists often face challenges such as workplace harassment, legal threats, misinformation pressures, and lack of institutional support. Our organization is dedicated to addressing these challenges by creating a secure, ethical, and supportive ecosystem for media professionals.
We work across print, electronic, digital, and social media sectors, ensuring that every journalist receives the support, recognition, and protection they deserve.
Our Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To build a safe, ethical, and empowered journalism ecosystem where media professionals can work fearlessly, uphold truth, and contribute meaningfully to a strong democratic society.
Our Mission
- Ensuring the safety, welfare, and social protection of journalists
- Providing legal assistance, guidance, and advisory support
- Establishing a transparent and accessible grievance redressal system
- Promoting ethical journalism and responsible reporting
- Conducting training, workshops, and capacity-building programs
- Creating awareness through research, publications, and public engagement
- Collaborating with institutions, legal experts, and stakeholders for collective development
🔷 Founder & Leadership
The organization is guided by visionary leadership committed to ethical journalism and social responsibility.
Founder & Director:
Aadvaith Prakash Chavan
Co-Founder / Director:
Mahadeo Vishnu Harne
Our leadership brings together experience in media, legal awareness, and social development, ensuring that the organization operates with integrity, transparency, and professionalism.
🔷 Legal Status
- PRGI REGISTERED ETHICAL STAKEHOLDERS SHIELD ASSOCIATION is a registered Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013.
- Operates as a non-profit organization
- Profits (if any) are utilized solely for organizational objectives
- Committed to transparency, accountability, and lawful operations
- Governed by its Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA)
🔷 Our Reach
🌍 Coverage: Entire India
The organization extends its services and initiatives across all states and union territories of India, ensuring that journalists from every region have access to support, protection, and opportunities for growth.
🔷 Our Commitment
- ✔ Protecting the dignity and rights of journalists
- ✔ Strengthening ethical standards in media
- ✔ Supporting press freedom and democratic values
- ✔ Providing timely and effective assistance
- ✔ Building a responsible and accountable media ecosystem
🔷 Closing Statement
At PRGI REGISTERED ETHICAL STAKEHOLDERS SHIELD ASSOCIATION, we believe that journalists are the backbone of democracy, and their protection is essential for a just and informed society.