Client / Partner
AVT McCormick
Sector & Geography
Agriculture | Tamil Nadu, India
Engagement Focus
Women empowerment, capacity building, sustainable livelihoods
Women from farming households often play a critical yet under-recognized role in agricultural supply chains. In the turmeric-growing regions of Tamil Nadu, IRFT partnered with a US-based multinational to design and implement a women empowerment initiative aimed at strengthening women’s participation, decision-making power, and economic resilience within the turmeric supply chain.
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Increase women’s participation in the turmeric value chain
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Strengthen women’s decision-making roles within households and communities
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Build sustainable and diversified livelihood opportunities
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Enhance awareness of government schemes and institutional support
The initiative was grounded in a baseline study conducted by IRFT to understand existing socio-economic conditions, participation levels, and constraints faced by women. Based on the findings, IRFT developed targeted, context-specific interventions focused on capacity building, collective action, and livelihood sustainability.
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Formation and strengthening of women’s groups
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Technical training related to turmeric cultivation and value addition
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Awareness-building on relevant government schemes and entitlements
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Capacity-building programs to enhance confidence and leadership
OUR IMPACT
This phased approach aims to ensure long-term economic empowerment and deeper integration of women into formal value chains.
Increased participation of women in supply chain activities
Improved awareness of rights, schemes, and livelihood opportunities
Enhanced confidence and agency among women beneficiaries
Next Phase (Scaling & Sustainability)
Strengthening women-led enterprises
Market linkage and access to finance
Advanced quality and compliance training
Leadership development and institutional sustainability
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