SEARSOLIN

What SEARSOLIN stands for:

South because it caters to the developing nations of the South, or Third World, vis-à-vis the richer nations of the North.

East because it is in Asia, it builds on the rich cultural and religious traditions of the East.

Asia because SEARSOLIN's home is Asia and its trainees mainly come from the three sub-regions of
Asia — South, Southeast, and East — even as it welcomes also participants from the Africa and the Pacific Islands.

Rural because its concerns are focused on rural development issues, including rural poverty alleviation as challenged by food security.

Social because it talks of the human person in society and deals with the imperatives of social justice.

Leadership because it strives to form leaders with conscience, competence, and commitment; leaders with a clear vision and the social skills needed for the development tasks ahead.

Institute because it is a training center with a time-tested program and a continuing fellowship among development workers in the field in the countries of Asia and the developing world.