Make Women in Rural India Financially Secure

Dear Friend,

Sheetal, a middle-aged woman, lives in Bagundra village of Rajsamand district. She comes from a highly patriarchal family, which abandoned her after the death of her husband. She and her two children were left with a small patch of land as their only means of financial support, which was not sufficient to fulfil their basic needs.

Seva Mandir started work in her village last year. Initially Sheetal attended the awareness campaign on savings and credits, and then became a member of the SHG (Self Help Group) formed in her village.

Being a widow, it wasn't easy for Sheetal to come out of her house or attend meetings or training, as this is against the traditions of her caste. But she realized this was a golden opportunity to earn and save for the future of her children, so she went ahead. She started saving through her SHG and enrolled in stitching and patchwork training. Today, she is not only saving for a brighter future for her children but has also secured an alternative livelihood for herself. Her dedication and this opportunity by Seva Mandir have helped her overcome many barriers and become a confident woman.

Thanks to your support, Seva Mandir’s SHGs are able to give women, the ability to become financially independent and improve their families living. Thanks to you, you are giving women the opportunities to take control of their own lives, and, overall, break the devastating cycle of poverty.

Regards,

Atul Lekhra & the Seva Mandir Team

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