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1. Nari Shashktikaran in Gujarat: Empowering Women Through Vocational Training and Employment Support Economic empowerment is a key pillar of women’s development. When women have access to practical skills and employment opportunities, they can contribute to their families, support their communities, and live with dignity. Our Nari Shashktikaran (Women Empowerment) initiatives across Ambaji, Banaskantha, Mehsana, Abu Road, and Ahmedabad are creating these opportunities through vocational training and employment-focused programs. Our mission is to help women gain independence by building skills that match market needs — whether at home, in local businesses, or through self-employment. Why Vocational Training Matters for Women In both rural and urban settings, many women are ready to work but lack access to skill-building resources. Others may have traditional knowledge but don’t know how to convert it into income. Our vocational training programs address these issues by offering: Skill-based training tailored to local demand Market linkage and business support Entrepreneurship and home-based work opportunities Follow-up support for job placement and business growth

2. This approach ensures that training leads to real income generation. Ambaji: Home-Based Income Opportunities for Women In Ambaji, we focus on providing women with skills they can use from home, including: Stitching and tailoring Food packaging and dry snacks preparation Handmade product design (rakhi, bags, gift items) Basics of budgeting and material sourcing These programs are ideal for women who need flexible work schedules due to household responsibilities. Banaskantha: Training in Agro-Based and Livestock Activities In Banaskantha, many women are involved in agriculture or animal care informally. We support them with: Training in dairy hygiene and milk processing Vermicomposting and organic farming basics Value addition to agri-products (spices, ghee, pickles) Basic financial and marketing literacy This allows women to transform their traditional roles into structured, income-generating work. Mehsana: Digital and Retail Training for Youth and Women

3. In Mehsana, we cater to both young women and homemakers looking to enter the digital and retail space. We provide: Smartphone literacy and digital tools for business Online platform training (selling via WhatsApp, Instagram, Meesho) Soft skills for retail and customer service jobs Resume building and interview preparation This bridges the gap between training and job-readiness for the local market. Abu Road: Craft-Based Skills for Tribal Women In tribal areas like Abu Road, women possess traditional knowledge in crafts. We support them through: Skill improvement in bamboo work, embroidery, and bead designs Training in pricing, product finishing, and packaging Organizing exhibitions and connecting with urban buyers Practical sessions on mobile banking and order tracking These interventions help preserve culture while increasing income. Ahmedabad: Urban Vocational Support in Low-Income Areas In Ahmedabad’s urban poor communities, women benefit from: Beauty and wellness training (mehndi, basic makeup, threading)

4. Tailoring for school uniforms and everyday garments Cooked food and tiffin services startup help Guidance for applying to government job schemes and welfare programs These programs offer direct, practical solutions to livelihood needs in the city. Monitoring Outcomes and Success Stories Our training and employment programs are delivering measurable outcomes: Women launching home-based tailoring and beauty services Increased household income in rural families Women gaining confidence in using digital platforms Participants securing jobs in retail, food, or service sectors Local businesses hiring trained women for part-time support These changes bring not only economic improvement but also a sense of personal pride and independence. Our Empowerment Model: Step by Step Our programs are structured in simple, effective stages: Mobilization and Counseling Vocational Skill Training

5. Financial Literacy and Market Awareness Post-training Support (Job linkage or Business Start-up) Monitoring and Mentoring This full-cycle model ensures long-term success — not just short-term training. How You Can Support Our Training Programs Your support can help scale this work and reach more women: Sponsor a training batch (tailoring, beauty, food service, crafts) Donate materials (sewing machines, makeup kits, training space) Partner with us to hire trained women in your business Promote women-made products through your networks Volunteer your skills for short-term workshops Conclusion In Gujarat, from tribal regions like Abu Road to urban settlements in Ahmadabad, women are stepping into new roles as earners and entrepreneurs. Through practical vocational training, we’re helping them unlock their potential and contribute meaningfully to their families and communities. Nari Shashktikaran is not a one-time effort — it’s a sustained pathway to dignity, income, and empowerment.