November 9, 2023 As part of the 2-day International Convention on Millets at Janta Maidan, Bhubaneswar, organized by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment in Odisha, a pivotal session on Gender integration in Government programs and their challenges, specifically addressing millets, was jointly anchored by the National Alliance of […]
Three-day workshop on Women Farmers’ leadership, Gujarat
In October 2023, a three-day workshop on women farmers’ leadership was organized, focusing on identity, decision-making, and empowerment in natural farming. Additionally, another survey on women, food, and farming was developed, analyzing government schemes and agricultural practices.
Social Audit of Panchayats
October 2023 Youth leader, Ms. Kailash from Sirohi district of Rajasthan gave a deposition of their efforts for a social audit of Gram Panchayats in October 2023.
Felicitation of Women Farmers in K’taka
October 15, 2023 On the occasion of Farmer Women’s Day, Agriculture Minister Cheluvarayaswamy felicitated several women farmers, including Chinnamma from Heggadadevanakote, Nuralakuppe C village. Women achievers from diff erent parts of the country were recognized and honored. Chinnamma grows vegetables in one and a half acre of land. She practices […]
PM KISAN scheme study
The PMKSY Study Survey was conducted in 5 districts, across 6 blocks of Gujarat with a village level universal sampling of land titles holders. FGDs were also held in Patan and Narmada.
Field visit in Gujarat by MAKAAM reps
In October 2023, MAKAAM representatives carried out a field visit to gain a deeper understanding of local contexts, identifying challenges such as insufficient funding for gender-focused initiatives and limited ownership of resources by women.
Mahila Kisan Diwas and Food Security Day in AP
October 15, 2023 National Mahila Kisan Diwas was celebrated at Kurugunta, Andhra Pradesh, on October 15th, 2023. In collaboration with ATMA, KVK, and REDS NGO, the experts who graced the event delved into the advantages of natural farming and bio-fertilizers while highlighting the pivotal role of women in agriculture. The […]
Meeting with the State Agriculture Minister
September 27, 2023 Ms. Kavita Kuruganti and Ms. Kavitha Srinivasan from NFT, MAKAAM had met the State Minister of Agriculture for Karnataka in September 2023. Following this meeting, the Government of Karnataka issued a circular declaring the observance of Women Farmers’ Day. This initiative was a result of MAKAAM […]
Awareness Campaign on the Forest Rights Act, 2006 in Uttarakhand
June 2023 In June 2023, an awareness program was organized with the forest community in the Tanakpur area of Champawat district. The campaign aimed to strengthen forest rights committees and ensure the prompt resolution of claims submitted under Section 70, for which the community will contact the SDM.
Consultation with NCNF-MAKAAM-WGWLO
September 2023 In September 2023, a consultation was conducted involving the NCNF Gujarat Chapter, WGWLO representatives, and MAKAAM members. This meeting resulted in a strategic agreement to launch a 15-day training program for women farmers, emphasizing the importance of decentralized training to enhance participation.