SAKSHAM
Empowering women with financial literacy, skills training and entrepreneurship support
CAUSE AREA:
Income
SDG FOCUS:
INTERVENTION AREA:
Financial Inclusion, Skilling & Vocational Training, Job Readiness Skills, Income Generation Activities
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THE NEED

In India, gender disparities such as lack of schooling, gender-based violence, forced drop-outs, early marriages and constraints on mobility continue to be widespread. The unequal norms faced by women deny them their right to participation in the workforce along with economic independence. Female workforce participation rate (WPR) in India stands at 31.8%, which is almost half of the male WPR at 73.2%. According to a Mckinsey Global Institute study, India could boost its GDP by $2.9 trillion by 2025 if female workforce participation rate is improved by 10 percentage points.

SOLUTION

Saksham supports women and young girls from low income communities with the impetus they need to be financially independent. This includes:

Awareness sessions are conducted on basics of financial literacy including banking, budgeting, savings and short and long term investments. The women are also introduced to various government schemes that are available for them.
The women are helped enroll in vocational skills training courses based on their aptitude and interest. They are also provided soft skills training to improve job readiness. This includes resume writing, interview skills, telephone etiquette, English communication and others.
Women who have the potential to be entrepreneurs are supported through tool kits and financial support to kickstart and grow their ventures. This may include raw material, infrastructure, start up funds, market linkages and other support.

OUR IMPACT

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Entrepreneurs received Saksham kits
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Women received scholarships for training/jobs

UPDATES


NGO MELA AT CITI BANK OFFICES SHOWCASES SAKSHAM BENEFICIARIES' PRODUCTS
Recently an NGO Mela was organised at Citi Bank offices in Mumbai. 5 NGOs participated in the event through UWM and showcased a wide range of products for the employees. A special mention to our Saksham beneficiaries who participated in the event! Th
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NGO Mela at Citi Bank Offices Showcases Saksham Beneficiaries' Products

16th April 2024

Recently an NGO Mela was organised at Citi Bank offices in Mumbai. 5 NGOs participated in the event through UWM and showcased a wide range of products for the employees. A special mention to our Saksham beneficiaries who participated in the event! The NGOs made an overall sale of INR 1.5L+


LIVELIHOOD ASSET DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ENHANCES OPPORTUNITIES FOR SAKSHAM BENEFICIARIES
On 8th November 2023, 88 goats were distributed to 44 of our Saksham beneficiaries in Gudhvanwadi, Borivali Gram Panchayat. The Saksham livelihood asset distribution program was graced by the presence of the Gudhvanwadi Sarpanch Mrs Vrushali Shirsaga
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Livelihood Asset Distribution Program Enhances Opportunities for Saksham Beneficiaries

16th April 2024

On 8th November 2023, 88 goats were distributed to 44 of our Saksham beneficiaries in Gudhvanwadi, Borivali Gram Panchayat. The Saksham livelihood asset distribution program was graced by the presence of the Gudhvanwadi Sarpanch Mrs Vrushali Shirsagar, Assistant Director of the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dr. Baradkar, Livestock Development Officers, Dr. Milind Jadhav and Dr. Shahshikant Thorat, and Veterinarian assistant, Dr. Lengre. Saksham- Karjat, 13 of our Saksham beneficiaries pursuing goat enterprise were trained on quality check of a goat, construction of goat night shelter, and first aid for ailments in goats. Additionally, 4 beneficiaries who were selected to take up the role of a Village Livestock Facilitator (VLF) were trained on temperature checking and administration of oral medicines. Saksham beneficiaries were supported with industrial-grade tailoring machines and fall-beading machines. These beneficiaries belong to a village called Rajape of Tembhare Panchayat which sits on a hillock. The Saksham kit distribution was graced by Tembhare Panchayat's Sarpanch and Village Development Officer and the Livestock Officer from the Department of Animal Husbandry.


UNITED WAY MUMBAI AND HFS JOIN FORCES TO EMPOWER WOMEN
In a pioneering initiative, United Way Mumbai's Saksham Entrepreneurship for Women project has joined hands with Hiranandani Financial Services Pvt. Ltd (HFS), aiming to uplift 40 women in the YSR Colony, Jakkampudi, Vijayawada Rural, NTR district, a
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United Way Mumbai and HFS Join Forces to Empower Women

16th April 2024

In a pioneering initiative, United Way Mumbai's Saksham Entrepreneurship for Women project has joined hands with Hiranandani Financial Services Pvt. Ltd (HFS), aiming to uplift 40 women in the YSR Colony, Jakkampudi, Vijayawada Rural, NTR district, as they strive to overcome the challenges of extreme poverty.


KERALA FLOOD RELIEF PROJECT
we are working with 398 flood-affected vulnerable families to restore their livelihood. Today we distributed local and contextual livelihood assets such as Coconut tree climber (2), Compressor (painting) (2), Double with motor (139), Grass cutting ma
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Kerala Flood Relief Project

29th February 2024

we are working with 398 flood-affected vulnerable families to restore their livelihood. Today we distributed local and contextual livelihood assets such as Coconut tree climber (2), Compressor (painting) (2), Double with motor (139), Grass cutting machine (90), Jack Hammer 5kg (1), Table Top Lock machine (8), Milking machine (58), Motorized sprayer (24), Oven (3), Power machine (30), Single with motor (29), Tea vending machine (3), Tile cutter and grinder (4), Wood Cutter (3), and 7.5 Kol Vanchi (Boat) (2). The beneficiaries were trained in livelihood skill sets before this distribution. The event witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, including Chief Guest Dr. Kavitha A District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree, and other dignitaries from the Thrissur district of Kerala.



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