WHAT WE DO
Objectives
Empowerment through Education
Ruralmgram recognizes education as a fundamental tool for empowerment. It conducts various educational programs aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of rural women in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and financial management
Skill Development
The organization offers skill development workshops and training sessions to equip women with the necessary skills for successful entrepreneurship in agriculture-related activities. These workshops cover topics such as organic farming techniques, crop diversification, value addition, and marketing strategies.
Access to Resources
Ruralmgram facilitates access to essential resources such as land, seeds, tools, and credit facilities, enabling women to start and sustain their agricultural ventures. By bridging the gap between rural women and resources, the organization fosters economic independence and self-reliance.
Market Linkages
Recognizing the importance of market linkages for sustainable livelihoods, Ruralmgram establishes connections between rural women entrepreneurs and potential buyers. Through partnerships with local markets, cooperatives, and online platforms, the organization helps women access wider markets for their agricultural products.
Capacity Building
Ruralmgram invests in building the capacity of rural women to become effective leaders and change-makers in their communities. It promotes leadership skills, decision-making abilities, and confidence among women, enabling them to advocate for their rights and interests.
Technology and Innovation
Target Groups for Ruralmgram Association
Rural Women Entrepreneurs
- Women engaged in agricultural activities such as farming, livestock rearing, poultry farming, horticulture, bee keeping & mushroom cultivation.
- Women interested in starting or expanding their own agricultural businesses, including value-added processing, food production, and agro – based enterprises.
- Women seeking opportunities for skills development, capacity building, and access to resources to enhance their entrepreneurship potential.
Women's Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Cooperatives
- Existing women’s SHGs and cooperatives involved in collective savings, credit, and livelihood initiatives.
- Women’s groups interested in diversifying their economic activities, establishing micro-enterprises, or accessing markets and value chains for their products.
- Women’s federations, networks, and associations seeking support for capacity building, leadership development, and advocacy on issues affecting rural women.
Young Women and Girls
- Adolescent girls and young women interested in pursuing education, vocational training, and career opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors.
- Young women entrepreneurs aspiring to start their own agricultural enterprises or agribusiness ventures.
- Girls and young women from marginalized communities seeking mentorship, guidance, and support to overcome barriers and achieve their aspirations in rural areas.
Community Leaders and Influencers
- Women leaders, elders, and influencers within rural communities who can serve as role models, mentors, and advocates for women’s empowerment.
- Community-based organizations, local institutions, and grassroots leaders interested in promoting gender equality, women’s rights, and community development.
- Religious and traditional leaders engaged in community mobilization, social change, and advocacy efforts to support women’s empowerment and gender equity.
Government Agencies and Development Partners
- Local government departments, agencies, and officials responsible for rural development, agriculture, women’s welfare, and livelihood promotion.
- Development organizations, NGOs, and civil society groups working in collaboration with Ruralmgram to implement programs, projects, and initiatives for women’s empowerment and sustainable development.
- Funding agencies, donors, and philanthropic organizations supporting initiatives aimed at improving the lives and livelihoods of rural women and communities.
Village Adoption Program (mGRAM)
- Concept of model village development implementing all progressive and sustainable development goals ( pillars no…….)
The COP7 program
- Seven cereals ( basically course cereals & millets), seven pulses, seven oilseed & seven vegetables program. For better health, better earth & better environment.