Kalvi Kendra

Organizations

we Created People-Centered Organizations

Women Farmers Producer Groups

4,000

Women Farmers

74

Producer Groups

40

Panchayats

Major Initiative

Women Farmers Producer Groups (MKSP)

The Small & Marginal Women Farmers Development Programme [MKSP] has been initiated in collaboration with the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM). It is implemented through the Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihoods Mission in Viluppuram District.

All 74 producer groups formed in two blocks have successfully opened bank accounts in their proximity, ensuring financial inclusion.

Role: Technical Partner for Social Mobilization & Capacity Building

500

Artisans as
Shareholders
Traditional Livelihood Intervention

Terracotta Producer Company

Villupuram Terracotta Creations Producer Company Ltd

More than 2000 terracotta artisans are scattered in different parts of Villupuram district. Most belong to a particular social group and traditionally rely on this craft for their livelihood. Villupuram is uniquely famous for Statues of Lord Ganesh in different sizes, alongside toys and ornamental articles.

However, most artisans live below the poverty line and lack modern technological skills. Hence, we initiated this timely intervention.

Aim of the Company
Upgrade skills of artisans
Economic Empowerment
Update with Latest Technology
Provide Employment Opportunities
Create Market Linkages
Arrange Overseas Export