Women Livelihood Support - Tailoring and Aari Embroidery skill Training for women in India

Success Update | FY 2025–26 (Up to December)

We are delighted to share the successful progress of our Women Skill Training Programs during the current fiscal year (2025–26, up to December), made possible through the generous support of our donors & CSR partners.

With the funds raised, WEEDS conducted five batches of Tailoring and Aari Embroidery skill training, benefiting women from underserved communities.

- 120 women successfully completed Aari Embroidery training
- 120 women completed Tailoring training

These programs were implemented across our two Skill Training Centers in Mangadu and Padappai. The impact has been transformative—equipping underprivileged women with practical, income-generating skills that enhance their livelihoods and promote economic independence.

In addition, we are establishing a new Women Skill Training Center in Kelamangalam Block, Krishnagiri District - a predominantly rural region surrounded by multiple villages. This center is dedicated to empowering rural women by equipping them with livelihood skills that foster self-reliance and financial independence.

Project Need: Tailoring & Aari Embroidery Skill Training Centers

At WEEDS, we are committed to nurturing women entrepreneurs and empowering women through market-relevant skill development. Our Tailoring and Aari Embroidery Training Center in Mangadu and Padappai has already demonstrated strong outcomes—many women have completed training, launched home-based enterprises, or secured employment in garment companies.

This initiative enables women to:
- Learn a valuable vocational skill
- Achieve financial independence
- Support their families
- Live with confidence and dignity
- Economic empowerment plays a vital role in breaking cycles of dependency and inequality.
- Pathways to Employment & Entrepreneurship

Sustainability & Funding Requirement:

Our Women Skill Training Centers in Mangadu and Padappai are supported by skilled and dedicated instructors. To sustain and expand this vital livelihood initiative, we require funding to cover, Monthly instructor salaries, center rent and electricity, Maintenance of sewing machines, Administrative and operational expenses.

We rely on the continued support of donors to ensure the long-term success of this women-centric livelihood program.

Impact & Transformation:
The impact of this training is clearly visible. Participants not only acquire technical skills but also gain:
- Practical work experience
- Opportunities to earn during training
- Confidence to start their entrepreneurial journeys without fear

These programs are creating lasting change by empowering women to become economically independent and self-assured leaders within their families and communities.

Beneficiaries:
- Women from low-income families
- Single mothers
- Destitute women

Funds Needed for Tailoring Skill Training (1 Batch - 1 Center):

Salary for Tailoring Instructor : $171 / Rs.15,000 (1 month)
25 Trainees learning Kit : $256 / Rs.22500 (1 Batch)
Budget for 1 Batch (3 months training) : $769 / Rs.67500

Funds Needed for Aari Embroidery Skill Training (1 Batch - 1 Center):

Salary for Aari Embroidery Skill Trainer : $171 / Rs.15,000 (1 month)
25 Trainees learning Kit : $256 / Rs.22500 (1 Batch)
Budget for 1 Batch (3 months training) : $769 / Rs.67,500

Training center Rent, Electricity cost & Maintenance of sewing machine : $ 228 / Rs.20,000 (1 Month)

Funds Needed for 1 Batch of Tailoring & Aari Embroidery Skill Training Program: $2,222 / Rs.1,95,000

Donors have the opportunity to support our trainers with a one-month salary, one-month administrative expenses, or any donation amount they choose.

Please note that the budget does not include the cost of sewing machines. If we exceed our funding goal, the surplus will be used to purchase sewing machines for training purposes.

We encourage donors to introduce our cause to their colleagues, friends, and family members, inviting their support for the success of our Tailoring and Aari Work Training Center.

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Project Location:
Kundrathur Block,Mangadu & Padappai
Kancheepuram District
Kelamangalam Block, Krishnagiri District

We kindly request donors to share their contact information (email or phone number) to stay updated on our progress. For any inquiries or collaboration opportunities, please contact us at:

Email ID: info@weedsngo.org