Straightening Civil Society organization toward fostering women empowerment in Eastern UP
| Donor/ Funding Source | Barnfonden / ChildFund International | Thematic Area | Women Empowerment, Livelihood promotion through Climate resilience practices |
| Location | Maharajganj | Project Level | |
| Covered | Duration | 1st Jan 2021 to 31st July 2023 | |
| Contract | Total Budget |
Straightening Civil Society organization toward fostering women empowerment in Eastern UP
The "Straightening Civil Society Organization" project aims to empower women, especially women farmers, in Eastern UP. The project focuses on strengthening civil society organizations, promoting climate-resilient agriculture, and leveraging government schemes.
In Maharajganj district, 1,500 rural women farmers are part of 60 Women Farmers Groups (WFGs) across 15 gram panchayats. These WFGs have been trained on socio-economic rights, managerial skills, and entrepreneurship development.
The Srishti Women Farmers Agro Producer Company Limited, established in 2021, has 714 shareholders and a turnover of approximately Rs. 8 lakh. The company has obtained licenses for seed, fertilizer, and pesticide sales and has partnered with Dehat, Woodberry, and Origo for marketing.
Four farmers, Zeera Devi, Mrinalini, Pavitra, and Vasuki Devi, have been selected for integrated farming, which includes multiple cropping, fisheries, goat rearing, and backyard poultry.
The project has achieved significant milestones, including training WFG members, establishing the Farmer Producer Company, and initiating small business startups.
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