Women in Villages Deserve Equal Opportunities to Grow
In today’s fast-moving world, everyone is trying to move ahead and build a better future. New businesses emerge every day, startups grow rapidly, and even small ventures can succeed within a short time.
But in this race for growth and success, one important question remains:
Why should women be left behind?
At AdiSamarth Foundation, we strongly believe that progress is incomplete if women—especially those living in villages and hilly regions—are denied opportunities to grow and become self-reliant.
The Reality of Women in Rural Uttarakhand
Women living in cities often have access to jobs, education, and business opportunities. However, the situation is very different for women in villages, hill areas, and remote regions of Uttarakhand.
Many rural women:
- Have limited access to employment
- Lack exposure to business ideas
- Remain financially dependent despite having skills and potential
- This gap between urban and rural opportunities keeps many women from achieving independence and confidence.
As an NGO working for women empowerment in Uttarakhand, India, AdiSamarth Foundation recognized the urgency of addressing this issue.
Awareness Drives for Women Empowerment in Uttarakhand
Understanding the seriousness of the situation, AdiSamarth Foundation conducted awareness drives in villages across Uttarakhand. The aim was simple but powerful—to empower women with knowledge, confidence, and direction.
During these awareness sessions, our team:
- Spoke to women about self-dependence
- Explained how small businesses can change lives
- Encouraged women to work together as groups
We focused on building confidence first, because empowerment begins with belief.
Small Businesses That Create Big Change
We introduced village women to simple, low-investment business ideas that can be started locally and managed collectively.
Some of the businesses discussed included:
- Paper plate making
- Paper cup and glass making
- Small-scale local production units
These businesses do not require large investments but can provide regular income and dignity when women work together as a team.
The goal was not just income generation—but long-term self-reliance.
Positive Response from Village Women
The response from the women in these villages was deeply encouraging.
They:
- Listened attentively
- Asked thoughtful questions
- Showed genuine interest in starting something of their own
- Many women expressed a strong desire to become financially independent and support their families with dignity. This response reaffirmed our belief that when given the right guidance, rural women are ready to lead change.
The Need for Support to Establish Small Businesses
While awareness is the first step, establishing small businesses requires support.
To help these women move from ideas to action, we need:
- Basic resources and equipment
- Training and guidance
- Continued on-ground support
As an NGO working for women empowerment in Uttarakhand, AdiSamarth Foundation is committed to walking this journey with them—but we cannot do it alone.
