Gender Equality India Project #13622

Help Indian Girl Not Work But Go To School

by SANTI (Social Association for Nourishment, Training & Improvement )

Project Report | Jul 13, 2026
Building Skills, Confidence and Brighter Futures for Girls and Young Women

By Ashok Dandpat | Team Lead

SANTI continued its commitment to ensuring that girls and young women have opportunities to pursue education while developing practical skills that can lead to long-term economic independence. During this quarter, the organization focused on vocational education, leadership development, and youth engagement.

The third batch of Dress Making and Tailoring Training continued successfully throughout the reporting period. Participants received regular practical instruction in garment cutting, stitching techniques, finishing methods, and quality control. The training not only strengthens vocational skills but also builds confidence and prepares women and adolescent girls for future self-employment opportunities and sustainable livelihoods.

An important highlight of this quarter was the successful internship of Miss Arpana Herenj, a B.Com 4th Semester student from Government College, Rourkela, who joined SANTI from 4 May to 3 June 2026 as part of her academic training.

During her one-month internship, Arpana actively participated in various organizational activities including basic accounting, educational support for children, leadership development, community coordination, and administrative responsibilities. She worked closely with the SANTI team to understand grassroots social development and nonprofit management. Throughout her internship, she demonstrated dedication, discipline, and excellent professional conduct, successfully completing the training with appreciation from the organization.

By engaging young students in real community work alongside vocational training for women, SANTI continues to promote education, leadership, and self-reliance while creating pathways that help girls remain connected to learning instead of entering child labor or early economic hardship.

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Mar 15, 2026
Skill Development & Economic Empowerment for Women

By Ashok Dandpat | Project Lead

At SANTI, empowering women and girls through skill development remains a core part of our mission. Through vocational training and community initiatives, we aim to provide opportunities that lead to self-reliance, dignity, and financial independence.

Community Waste Management Initiative

Rajgangpur Municipality has selected two Women Self Help Groups (WSHG):

SANTI SHG No-04 (Ward No-8)
• SANTI SHG-148 (Ward No-11)

These groups have been assigned responsibility to carry out daily garbage collection and city cleanliness work under the Mission Shakti Department of the Government of Odisha through the Swachha Sawari initiative.

The program provides 30,000 per month, including the driver’s salary. This initiative has become an important income-generation opportunity for women, helping them support their families and strengthen their role in society.

Completion of Tailoring Training – 3rd Batch

The 3rd Batch of Tailoring Training successfully concluded on 2 March 2026. A total of 30 participants completed the training program and received tailoring kits, enabling them to begin their own stitching work and small businesses.

This program not only provides practical skills but also builds confidence and encourages women to become economically independent.

New Training Batch Starting Soon

We are pleased to announce that the 4th Batch of Tailoring Training will begin in April 2026, continuing our mission to empower more women through skill-based livelihood opportunities.

PMEGP Employment Training Program

A 12-day Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) training program was conducted at the SANTI campus building with the support of VARSA WSHG and MSHG.

Approximately 30 participants attended the program to learn about self-employment opportunities and income generation schemes.

During the training, several officials provided guidance and motivation, including:

• District Industries Centre Manager
• Bank Manager
• LIC Officer
• IPO Officer
• DRDA Project Director

They shared valuable information about government employment schemes, entrepreneurship opportunities, and financial support programs that can help participants start their own businesses.

Through vocational training, community initiatives, and government programs, SANTI continues to support women and girls in building sustainable livelihoods and brighter futures.

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Nov 17, 2025
From Burden to Brightness: Empowering Girls

By Ashok Dandpat | Project Lead

In rural India, many young girls face the risk of being pulled out of school due to poverty and domestic responsibilities. At SANTI, we are actively changing that narrative.

Empowerment through Safe Learning Spaces -
This quarter, we’ve continued our outreach and counseling programs, working closely with families to ensure that girls stay enrolled in school. Our volunteers personally visited homes to raise awareness about the long-term benefits of girls’ education from economic independence to delayed child marriage.

Supplemental Learning Support -
We organized group study sessions and mentorship circles to help girls build academic confidence and stay engaged with schoolwork, especially those from vulnerable backgrounds. The girls are showing remarkable improvement in their communication and critical thinking abilities.

Cyber Safety Awareness: Protecting Girls in the Digital World -
In October 2025, our adolescent girls participated in the Cyber Safety Awareness Campaign hosted at Rajgangpur Police Station. Led by key officials like SP Sundargarh, IIC and police staff, the session covered critical topics such as safe online practices, social media responsibility and identifying digital threats. Each girl received a certificate of participation, boosting their digital confidence and sense of responsibility.

Tailoring Training Boosts Opportunity -
Our 3rd batch of tailoring training continues successfully, with 30 girls gaining valuable hands-on skills. In a milestone development:

4 girls have launched their own tailoring businesses, earning approximately 8,000/month. These success stories serve as an inspiration for others to dream bigger.

Every day, these girls are proving that when given the chance, they are not just survivors they are leaders in the making.

With gratitude,
Ashok Dandpat
Project Lead, SANTI

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