Jindal Foundation’s multi-dimensional rural livelihood programme focuses on empowering women, farmers, artisans, and other contributors to rural and tribal economies. By enhancing their skills, technical know-how, and access to resources, the Foundation reduces economic vulnerability and ensures sustainable income generation. The initiatives align with Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, fostering inclusive economic empowerment and sustainable livelihoods for all.
Rural and tribal communities, particularly women, farmers, and artisans, face economic instability due to limited access to skills, resources, and market linkages. This lack of capacity restricts opportunities for sustainable income, hindering their contribution to the rural economy and overall community development.
To address these challenges, the Jindal Foundation implements strategically designed livelihood promotion projects that include:
Initiatives like Jan Jeevika Kendra and Aakriti Centres for skill-building and micro-enterprise development.
Revival and capacity building in traditional crafts such as Terracotta and Dhokra.
Projects like mushroom cultivation and farmer support through structured Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
Sanitary napkin production units, enterprise development, and financial linkages for SHGs.
Linking community members with government schemes such as the National and State Livelihood Missions and market platforms like Odisha/Chhattisgarh Rural Development & Marketing Societies.
