OBJECTIVES
In pursuit of its vision and mission the Tata Institute of Social Sciences will:
- Organise teaching in the areas of social work, social sciences, human resources management, health systems and allied fields;
- Conduct research to promote the development of knowledge in the areas of study at the Institute and to contribute to legislation, policies and programmes;
- Develop and disseminate knowledge through print, audio-visual and electronic media and various indigenous forms;
- Conduct training programmes for continuing education;
- Undertake innovative field action projects in relevant areas, to develop new approaches and strategies;
- Engage in relief, rehabilitation and development initiatives to address human suffering caused by natural and human-made disasters;
- Network with state and non-state agencies and other academic institutions, people's groups and movements; and
- Undertake advocacy and consultancy on relevant issues.