Projects

The Shelter Phase – III Tribal Widows Program in Goalpara District, Assam, responds to the profound socio-economic vulnerabilities faced by poor widows in rural communities, who are often marginalized and lack access to basic resources. The program specifically supports 110 tribal widows by providing targeted interventions that enhance their livelihoods and self-reliance. Through skill development trainings, financial literacy workshops, and income-generation activities, these women are equipped with practical knowledge and tools to improve their economic independence.
Additionally, the initiative empowers them to participate more actively in community and social spaces, while also creating awareness around sustainable agricultural practices, legal protections, and their fundamental rights. By building their capacity and confidence, the program lays a strong foundation for resilience and long-term well-being. Extending the project for another year will consolidate these improvements, ensuring that the widows continue to grow in self-sufficiency, make informed choices, and secure dignified futures for themselves and their families (1st May 2025 to 30th April 2026).

The aims and objectives of project focused on the integrated socio-economic upliftment of the widows by:
• Creating awareness about their rights and available opportunities.
• Providing skill development training in viable income-generating activities.
• Imparting knowledge on various government schemes for their welfare.
• Enhancing economic self-sufficiency through sustainable livelihood opportunities.
• Empowering them to manage their families with dignity and independence.
• Providing training on household and financial management, nutrition, human rights, and savings habits.

By empowering these widows with necessary skills and resources, the program seeks to enable them to lead dignified and self-sufficient lives, ensuring stability for their families. Through this intervention, GGSS aims to strengthen their economic resilience, enhance their social recognition, and improve their overall well-being.