PROJECT DETAILS

 

PARAS INDIA, through various initiatives such as the UDAY project, has been actively involved in promoting Self-Help Groups (SHGs) among impoverished women in Bundelkhand and Delhi. SHGs are informal organisations comprising 10 to 20 women from the same village who share a similar socio-economic background. These groups provide a platform for women to establish their own identity and benefit from mutual aid.

 

The UDAY project, initiated in 2010 in the Mirona area of Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, aimed to replicate the success of Project Aao Chhu Lein Aasman. Additionally, other SHGs, namely SHRIJAN in Mirona village and SANKALP and NIRMAN SHG in Nari village, located in Jhansi district, have been formed under the umbrella of PARAS INDIA.

 

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PROJECT GOAL

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The primary goal of the Self-Help Group initiatives undertaken by PARAS INDIA is to empower impoverished women by providing them with a platform for accessing financial institutions and public services. These groups aim to enable women to lead initiatives that address the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged women. The projects recognize the importance of women's active involvement in their communities for meaningful change to occur.

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OBJECTIVES

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1. Women's empowerment: The Self-Help Group initiatives aim to empower women by providing them with a platform for self-expression and mutual support. By coming together and forming SHGs, women can establish their own identity, gain confidence, and actively participate in decision-making processes.

2. Financial inclusion: The projects focus on providing women with access to financial institutions and services. This enables them to save, borrow, and manage their finances effectively, promoting financial independence and resilience.

3. Poverty alleviation: Through the formation of SHGs, the initiatives aim to address poverty among women and their families. By sharing resources, knowledge, and skills, the groups help lift households out of poverty and improve overall socio-economic conditions.

4. Skill development: The Self-Help Group initiatives also prioritise skill development among women. By offering training and capacity building programs, women are equipped with marketable skills, enhancing their employability and income-generating potential.

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OUTCOMES & CONCLUSION

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The Self-Help Group initiatives by PARAS INDIA have achieved several positive outcomes:

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1. Women's empowerment: The formation of SHGs has empowered women by providing them with a platform for self-expression, support, and decision-making. Women gain confidence, assertiveness, and leadership skills through active participation in the groups.

2. Financial inclusion: By facilitating access to financial institutions and services, the initiatives have promoted financial inclusion among women. They have become savers, borrowers, and contributors to the local economy, improving their economic well-being.

3. Poverty alleviation: Through collective efforts and sharing of resources, SHGs have played a significant role in lifting households out of poverty. Women and their families have experienced improved living conditions and increased socio-economic stability.

4. Skill development and income generation: The projects' focus on skill development has enabled women to acquire marketable skills, enhancing their employability and income-generating potential. Women have become self-employed entrepreneurs or have gained better employment opportunities.

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PARAS INDIA's Self-Help Group initiatives, including the UDAY project and SHGs like SHRIJAN, SANKALP, and NIRMAN SHG, have successfully empowered impoverished women in Bundelkhand and Delhi. By providing a platform for mutual aid, financial inclusion, and skill development, these initiatives have brought about positive change in the lives of women and their communities.

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The outcomes of these projects, including women's empowerment, financial inclusion, poverty alleviation, and skill development, highlight their effectiveness in addressing socio-economic challenges faced by impoverished women. The Self-Help