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Kudumbashree

Kudumbashree

Kudumbashree is a people-centred movement that has made a significant contribution to the social empowerment of women and poverty alleviation in Kerala. Its primary objective is to enhance the economic self-reliance and social participation of women.

Inception

Kudumbashree is the State Poverty Eradication Mission launched by the Government of Kerala on 17 May 1998. The mission functions under the leadership of Local Self-Government Institutions with active public participation.

Year of Establishment

1998

Date of Establishment

17 May 1998

Objective

Poverty Eradication & Women’s Empowerment

Structure – Three-Tier System

LevelOrganisationFunction
1Neighbourhood Group (NHG)The basic unit comprising 10–20 women.
2ADSWard-level coordination.
3CDSPanchayat-level coordination.

Major Activities

  • Women’s Empowerment – Ensuring the social, economic, and political empowerment of women.
  • Formation and functioning of Self-Help Groups (NHGs) – Promoting savings, credit facilities, and collective activities through neighbourhood groups.
  • Self-Employment Enterprises – Supporting women to start and manage individual and group enterprises.
  • Poverty Eradication – Implementing programmes to improve the living standards of poor families.
  • Livelihood Development – Creating employment opportunities in agriculture, animal husbandry, food processing, service sectors, and other areas.
  • Financial Inclusion – Facilitating access to bank loans, microfinance, savings schemes, and other financial services.
  • Agricultural Activities – Promoting organic farming, group farming, vegetable cultivation, nutrition gardens, and related activities.
  • Social Development Activities – Undertaking initiatives related to health, sanitation, nutrition, and anti-drug awareness.
  • Training and Skill Development – Providing vocational, employment-oriented, and entrepreneurship training.
  • Collaboration with Local Self-Government Institutions – Participating in Grama Panchayat development programmes and activities.
  • Environmental Protection – Promoting waste management, tree planting, and other green initiatives.
  • Balasabha and Youth Activities – Ensuring the participation of children and young people in community development activities.

Importance

Kudumbashree plays a crucial role in improving the quality of life of women in Kerala and ensuring their economic security.

It ensures the active participation of women in local development activities and contributes to the overall progress and development of society.

Contact Details

Member Secretary – Sri. Muraleekrishnan C. P. (Assistant Secretary)
9744554302

Kudumbashree Chairperson – Indira
7736437369

Accountant – Krishnadasan
9074356563