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Manavlok : An Experiment in Rural Reshaping In the early 1970, a socialist group of youth began seeking solutions to local, social and political problems with the general aim of achieving a more just and happy society. After nearly 20 years of effort and agitation's, they conceded that Socio-political change was not possible without economic change. Thus in 1982 "Manavlok", a Voluntary organization for Socio-economic up liftment of rural-poor was established. A new experiment in rural development was launched.
Short Term Objectives : Long term Objectives : Manaswini Mahila Project was set up by Manavlok (Marathwada Navnirman Lokayat ) on the first of January 1984, Manaswini's ultimate objective is the empowerment of women through gender sensitisation, grater co-operation among men and women in rural areas and a healthier society based at its values and social justice.
Dilasa : This is a short stay shelter home offering relief to destitute women and their children. Legal Aid : The family counselling service offers couples the chance to reconcile. Free legal aid gives women the chance to make informed decisions and exercise their political rights. These services provide psychological support to distressed women and work towards empowering them for more objective decision-making. Savitribai Girl's Hostel : The Hostel provides board and lodging at concessionals rates for girls from poor rural background. Savitri Mahila Udyog : This is a small-scale enterprise employing a few women in catering and in the preparation and packaging of food items, such as pickles and spices. Vocational Training Center : Six-month courses in skills training including sewing, tie and dye, bicycle and stove repair, masonry, etc. are available for needy women and young girls. Nadri Credit Co-operative Society : This co-operative society provides a credit facility for its women members that are both easily accessible and offered at a low interest rate. Bhumikanya Mandals : Bhumikanya or Daughters of the Soil is the name of the village-based women's group set up by Manavlok. They provide young girls and women with an opportunity to discuss issues and resolve disputes. Their awareness regarding social injustice can be raised. Small Savings Groups : The Bhumikanya Mandals have set up self-help small savings, credit groups. Members who make a monthly financial contribution until a specified amount has been collected. Other Activities : It has been involved in networking programmes and in the organising of workshops for increasing problem awareness. Manaswini has also played an active role in applying pressure on the government through the organising of rallies that have succeed in high lighting issue such as violence against women. Funding : Since its inception Manaswini has received funds from TDH (Terrace Des Hommes. Germany), |
