SOCIOECONOMIC CHANGES AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT THROUGH KUDUMBASHREE MISSIONSTUDY OF MUKKAM MUNICIPALITY
Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 55
Abstract
BACKGROUND Development of a nation cannot be separated from or viewed in isolation from the development of women. Kudumbashree is a female oriented community-based poverty reduction project by the Govt. of Kerala which was launched on May 17, 1998, in which many developmental experiments are being tested, refined and implemented. The mission aims at the empowerment of women by providing self-employment opportunities through formation of self-help groups by which they succeed in making a significant dent on poverty. MATERIALS AND METHODS Study Design- Descriptive study. Study Settings- Mukkam municipality. Study Population – Kudumbashree members in Mukkam taluk. RESULTS Kudumbashree has improved the social status of women. Through Kudumbashree they have improved their confidence in banking and money transactions. They could improve their communication skills and their skills in planning and implementing projects. The participation of women in social programmes, public meetings has improved to a great extent. Kudumbashree has enhanced entrepreneurship and leadership and the capacity of women to work and earn together. CONCLUSION The study has provided an insight on women’s empowerment acquired by Kudumbashree members after joining Kudumbashree. Economic development is the basis for other development. Economic development of women leads to a better living status
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Annie John
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