1. Dweepsree, founded in 2017 in Lakshadweep, mirrors Kerala’s ‘Kudumbashree’ model, empowering women and alleviating poverty.
2. Through training programs and microfinance, Dweepsree enables women to pursue micro-enterprises like cultivation and handicrafts.
3. The group’s initiatives foster financial independence and confidence among women in the islands, transcending traditional barriers.
Kavaratti, Feb 09: Dweepsree, a self-help group established in Lakshadweep in 2017, has been instrumental in empowering women and reducing poverty in the islands, inspired by Kerala’s successful ‘Kudumbashree’ model.
Through initiatives like training programs and microfinance facilities, Dweepsree has enabled women to become financially independent and engage in various micro-enterprises such as cultivation, jewellery making, food processing, and handicrafts.
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The group’s efforts have instilled a sense of equality and independence among women in Lakshadweep, with members gaining awareness of their rights and becoming more confident in pursuing their interests.
Jan Shikshan Sansthan, a Central government project, collaborates with Dweepsree to provide training programs for rural youth, further enhancing skill development and revenue generation opportunities.
Dweepsree also has a special unit dedicated to differently-abled individuals, aiming to integrate them into mainstream society and provide them with enriching experiences outside their homes.
The support from men and the absence of religious restrictions have facilitated women’s participation in various activities and enterprises in Lakshadweep, contributing to their empowerment and socioeconomic development.
