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Women Empowerment Programme - 2021
Year: 2021
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Gender Equality, Mental Health & Safe Spaces
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,00,000
Budget Used
3,718
Total Reach
◎
562
Direct Beneficiaries
3,156
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 6
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Women Empowerment Programme (2021), implemented by The Dream Welfare Society, aimed to strengthen women’s social, economic, and leadership capacities across vulnerable communities in Rajasthan. With a total investment of ₹1,00,000, the programme engaged 300 women, directly benefiting 562 individuals and indirectly impacting 3,156 people through household and community-level influence. The total reach of 3,682 people reflects a strong multiplier effect (×6), reinforcing women’s role as key change agents within families and society. At an average cost of ₹333 per participant, the programme proved to be a cost-effective and scalable empowerment intervention delivering long-term social and economic benefits.
Key Findings
- Women empowerment generates multi-dimensional impact
- Economic independence strengthens household resilience
- Increased confidence drives long-term social change
- Women-led interventions create strong multiplier effects
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Women Empowerment Programme - 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,00,000 |
| Direct Impact | 562 |
| Indirect Impact | 3,156 |
| Total Reach | 3,718 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Social and cultural barriers limiting women’s participation
- Restricted mobility and decision-making power in conservative communities
- Balancing household responsibilities with programme participation
- Limited initial exposure to income-generating activities
- Need for confidence-building and sustained handholding
Learnings
- Continuous engagement builds trust and confidence
- Peer support and group-based learning increase participation
- Skills training combined with rights and financial awareness yields stronger outcomes
- Women perform better in supportive, collective environments
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 opportunities
- Increased contribution to household income
- Enhanced financial literacy and savings behaviour
- Greater participation in self-employment and micro-enterprises
- Reduced vulnerability to financial shocks
Conclusion
The Women Empowerment Programme (2021) delivered transformative social and economic outcomes by empowering women with skills, confidence, and livelihood opportunities. Reaching 3,682 people through a focused and cost-effective intervention, the programme strengthened household resilience, enhanced women’s decision-making power, and advanced gender equality—affirming women’s empowerment as a cornerstone of inclusive and sustainable development.
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