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Women Empowerment Programme - 2017
Year: 2017
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Gender Equality, Mental Health & Safe Spaces
Programme at a Glance
₹
50,360
Budget Used
1,855
Total Reach
◎
265
Direct Beneficiaries
1,590
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 6
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Women Empowerment Programme (2017) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to strengthen the social, economic, and personal empowerment of women from vulnerable communities. The programme focused on improving women’s confidence, livelihood participation, financial independence, and decision-making power within households and communities. With a total investment of ₹50,360, the programme engaged 200 women, directly benefiting 265 individuals and indirectly impacting 1,590 people across households and communities. The total outreach of 1,855 people, achieved at an average cost of ₹252 per participant, highlights the strong multiplier effect (×6) of women-centered interventions and their role in driving inclusive and sustainable development.
Key Findings
- Women empowerment generates multi-dimensional impact
- Economic independence strengthens household resilience
- Social confidence drives long-term behavioral change
- Women-led interventions create strong household and community multiplier effects
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Women Empowerment Programme - 2017 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Budget | ₹ 50,360 |
| Direct Impact | 265 |
| Indirect Impact | 1,590 |
| Total Reach | 1,855 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Social and cultural barriers limiting women’s participation
- Traditional gender roles restricting mobility and decision-making
- Balancing household responsibilities with programme participation
- Limited prior exposure to income-generating activities
- Need for extended confidence-building and handholding
Learnings
- Continuous engagement builds confidence and trust
- Peer support and group-based learning improve participation
- Skills training combined with rights, health, and financial literacy delivers stronger outcomes
- Women feel more confident when learning alongside peers with shared challenges
Methodology
- Review of programme expenditure, participation, and activity records
- Interviews and group discussions with women beneficiaries
- Observation of skill development and livelihood activities
- Household-level discussions on income contribution and decision-making
- Cross-verification with field staff, community leaders, and SHG members
Impact Analysis
- Improved access to skill development and income-generating opportunities
- Increased women’s contribution to household income
- Enhanced financial literacy and savings behavior
- Greater participation in self-employment and micro-enterprise
- Reduced vulnerability to financial shocks
Conclusion
The Women Empowerment Programme (2017) generated transformative social and economic impact by reaching 1,855 people through a focused, inclusive, and cost-effective intervention. By empowering women with skills, confidence, and livelihood opportunities, the programme strengthened household resilience, enhanced women’s decision-making power, and promoted gender equality at the community level. The assessment reinforces that women-centered programmes are a powerful catalyst for inclusive and sustainable development.
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