Women Empowerment Training in Tamil Nadu

50 turmeric farmers, comprising 25 representatives each from Valappady–Vasantham FPC and Nalanda FPC attended our training. 

The sessions were predominantly practical and focused on strengthening FPOs, developing leadership qualities and skills among women farmers, and enhancing their role in the effective and sustainable functioning of FPOs. The participants were also sensitized to opportunities for diversification of income-generating activities and achieving a sustainable living income.

As planned, a one-day Women Empowerment Training was conducted at Sree Mahalingam Hall, Valappady, Salem, with the participation of 50 turmeric farmers, comprising 25 representatives each from Valappady–Vasantham FPC and Nalanda FPC.

The training was conducted from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and was facilitated by two resource persons, Ms. Charutha and Ms. Seavignya. The sessions were predominantly practical and focused on strengthening FPOs, developing leadership qualities and skills among women farmers, and enhancing their role in the effective and sustainable functioning of FPOs. The participants were also sensitised to opportunities for diversification of income-generating activities and achieving a sustainable living income.