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SWABHIMAN- AN INITIATIVE TOWARDS SELF CARE & SELF RESPECT

The last few decades have highlighted the need to make gender equality essential for a robust social and economic development of a nation. UNDP recognizes gender equality and women empowerment as key aspects for achieving Sustainable Development Goals.

In 2005, Smile Foundation initiated SWABHIMAN, a women empowerment programme. This initiative reached out to marginalized and socially excluded women with interventions in nutrition, healthcare and livelihood. We undertook innovative community practices to help them seek reproductive healthcare, understand their nutrition needs and achieve financial independence through skill training and financial literacy.

Swabhiman also actively works to create a gender equal society, actively engaging men and boys to participate in the process of women empowerment.

SUPPORT THE CAUSE

Women will get access to health, nutrition & livelihood
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Reproductive & Child Health

1. Reproductive & Child Health

Reproductive & Child Health is the pilot initiative of Swabhiman aimed at providing basic primary healthcare, addressing issues of pregnancy, newborn and child health, and facilitating access to public and private health facilities.

Nutrition for Women Empowerment

2. Nutrition Enhancement

Studies have shown that a child's health in their first 1,000 days of life is critical as it influences their development in childhood as well as adulthood. Hence, it becomes imperative to ensure healthy pregnancy and healthy mothers and children.

Entrepreneurship Development

3. Entrepreneurship Development

Entrepreneurship and skill development training is provided to women who are running low scale businesses with limited means in urban slums and rural areas.

Digital Financial Literacy

4. Digital Financial Literacy

Financial literacy sessions and life skill training are held to ensure the economic empowerment of women by making them aware of banking, investment, and financial security, and helping them make informed choices in all spheres of life.

Govt. Convergence & System Strengthing

5. Govt. Convergence & System Strengthing

One of the major interventions under Swabhiman programme is networking with government institutions to enhance community awareness and help increase the uptake of govt. welfare schemes & policies

Sustainbility in Communities

6. Sustainability in Communities

Swabhiman works with not just the women, but their families, the community, and various other stakeholders to bring long-lasting behavioral changes that help create a supportive environment for women

Reproductive & Child Health

1. Reproductive & Child Health

Reproductive & Child Health is the pilot initiative of Swabhiman aimed at providing basic primary healthcare, addressing issues of pregnancy, newborn and child health, and facilitating access to public and private health facilities.

Nutrition for Women Empowerment

2. Nutrition Enhancement

Studies have shown that a child's health in their first 1,000 days of life is critical as it influences their development in childhood as well as adulthood. Hence, it becomes imperative to ensure healthy pregnancy and healthy mothers and children.

Entrepreneurship Development

3. Entrepreneurship Development

Entrepreneurship and skill development training is provided to women who are running low scale businesses with limited means in urban slums and rural areas.

Digital Financial Literacy

4. Digital Financial Literacy

Financial literacy sessions and life skill training are held to ensure the economic empowerment of women by making them aware of banking, investment, and financial security, and helping them make informed choices in all spheres of life.

Govt. Convergence & System Strengthing

5. Govt. Convergence & System Strengthing

One of the major interventions under Swabhiman programme is networking with government institutions to enhance community awareness and help increase the uptake of govt. welfare schemes & policies

Sustainbility in Communities

6. Sustainability in Communities

Swabhiman works with not just the women, but their families, the community, and various other stakeholders to bring long-lasting behavioral changes that help create a supportive environment for women

WORK THAT WORKS. LAST YEAR'S IMPACT

Women & adolescent girls empowered

72,650

Donate to provide women access to healthcare and livelihood

38,500

Women & children provided nutrition enhancement support

32,120

Change agents, peer educators, community health volunteers

1000+

WORK THAT WORKS. LAST YEAR'S IMPACT

Swabhiman Makes Nagratna a Businesswoman
Dr. Vinita Gupta Conducts Awareness Session for Adolescent Girls
Making Women Financially Literate
Smile Foundation Focuses on Mother - Child Nutrition

ROAD TO SWABHIMAN

Women Empowerment

Shyama

Haryana

During Covid-19, my husband lost his job. Unable to pay our daughter's school fees, tensions grew at home. Thankfully, the community mobilizer of Swabhiman started visiting our home. Attending sessions on healthcare and financial literacy empowered me. I learned sewing and acquired a tailoring machine with the help of Swabhiman which revived our livelihood. Today, our situation has significantly improved.

 

Women Empowerment

Rani

Haryana

My struggle with public speaking affected my academic performance. The fear of embarrassment silenced me even when I knew the answers. Sharing my concerns with my father, he sought support from Swabhiman mentors. Their unwavering assistance, day or night, transformed my ability to speak confidently. It’s amazing how it takes just one step to change our lives for good.

Women Empowerment

Ishwati

Maharashtra

Ishwati, a daily wage laborer in Maharashtra, struggled to make ends meet. When Swabhiman was launched in her village, she embraced it, mobilizing women in her community. Starting with backyard vegetable cultivation, Ishwati not only established her business but also provided nutritious food for her family. She expanded, forming a Self Help Group that successfully runs the vegetable cultivation business.

Women Empowerment

Yashoda

Karnataka

Yashoda faced hardship when her husband lost his job during the pandemic. Undeterred, she joined our 'Entrepreneur Development Training Programme.' Completing the training, she rallied community women and established "Kadamba Naturals," crafting handmade organic cosmetics. Yashoda, now a community leader, envisions expanding her business to empower more women toward self-reliance.

SWABHIMAN IN ACTION

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Women attend health awareness session

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The projects of Swabhiman address key issues related to women's rights and well-being, making Smile Foundation a prominent NGO for women empowerment.

Swabhiman stands out for its comprehensive approach to women empowerment in India. We not only focus on healthcare and skill development but also actively involve men and boys to create a more gender-equal society.

The long-term goals of these projects include creating sustainable opportunities for marginalized women, fostering gender equality and empowering them to lead better lives.

Swabhiman operates its projects in diverse regions across India, focusing on areas with marginalized women in need of support. We are committed to expanding our footprint and reaching out to as many communities as possible. It is one of the best women empowerment programmes in India.

Engaging with the programme is a meaningful way to contribute to social change. You can get involved by volunteering or donate for women empowerment.