At the heart of our mission is the commitment to strengthen the economic resilience of marginalized rural and tribal communities. Our integrated livelihood approach addresses the diverse needs of vulnerable households by building on local knowledge, resources, and capacities. We work closely with women, youth, and community institutions to promote sustainable livelihoods that are climate-resilient, asset-building, and aligned with government development schemes.
Agriculture-Based Livelihoods
We enable smallholder and marginal farmers to transition towards agroecology-driven, climate-smart farming systems that enhance productivity, restore soil health, and build resilience to climate variability while reducing the carbon and ecological footprint of agriculture. Our approach integrates natural and regenerative practices, water-efficient technologies, and context-specific smart farming solutions to optimize resource use and reduce input dependency.
We promote and strengthen Farmer Producer Groups (FPGs), collectives, and community-based institutions to improve aggregation, access to inputs, market linkages, and fair pricing. Through targeted capacity building, field-based demonstrations, extension support, and access to entitlements, we empower farmers to adopt diversified and sustainable production systems—ensuring improved incomes, ecological sustainability, and long-term livelihood security.
Livestock-Based Livelihoods
We support poor and ultra-poor households—especially landless and single-headed women—to build sustainable, climate-resilient livestock-based livelihoods. Our approach promotes scientific animal husbandry, preventive healthcare, improved shelter management, and locally adapted fodder systems to enhance productivity and reduce risks.
We strengthen producer collectives and community-led institutions to enable aggregation, collective marketing, and improved access to value chains—ensuring fair and stable incomes. Innovative models like goat bank initiatives are promoted to expand asset ownership among the poorest while fostering community-based support systems. By advancing sustainable production and consumption systems, we not only improve incomes but also strengthen women’s agency, resilience, and long-term livelihood security.
Micro-Enterprise and Small Business Promotion
We empower women, youth, and aspiring entrepreneurs from vulnerable communities to build sustainable, market-driven micro-enterprises. Our approach combines skill development, business incubation, and mentorship to transform local ideas into viable income-generating ventures.
We also promote artisan-based entrepreneurship rooted in local culture and heritage—including weaving, brass and metal crafts, and other traditional livelihoods—while enhancing product quality, design, and market relevance. Through strengthened access to finance (SHGs, MFIs, and banks), digital platforms, and branding and packaging support, we enable entrepreneurs to reach wider markets. We also foster collective entrepreneurship models such as Micro-Enterprise Groups and producer collectives to drive aggregation, shared value creation, and long-term inclusive growth.
Our livelihood programs are anchored in women’s leadership, convergence with government schemes, and community-based implementation. By integrating livestock, agriculture, and enterprise development, we aim to ensure income security, reduce distress migration, and enable a dignified pathway out of ultra-poverty.