self help group
My development journey from Barwani to Delhi
A childhood trip to village Barwani first introduced Sneha Mahapatra to harsh rural realities. Going back there as a 27-year-old reaffirmed her belief that her life’s vocation lay in empowering marginalised communities.
Claiming the streets: SHGs, women and public spaces
In rural India, women are boldly reclaiming public spaces through self-help groups (SHGs) and collectives. These gatherings are transforming village dynamics, challenging patriarchal norms and enabling economic empowerment.
Food security improved by women’s groups in MP
Involving women self-help groups in the public distribution of food in Madhya Pradesh is strengthening food security, according to a development worker with Transform Rural India Foundation.