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.
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.
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 […]
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.
Kamla Bhasin Seed Bank in C’garh
In the districts of Mahasamund and Baloda Bazaar of Chhattisgarh, seed banks were established and have been successfully running, commemorating the late feminist activist Kamla Bhasin.
Field Visit by MAKAAM Representatives with NCNF Rajasthan
August 2023 In August 2023, MAKAAM representatives Dr. Soma KP and Ms. Shilpa Vasavada conducted a 1.5-day field visit to two partner organizations in Southern Rajasthan.
International Year of Millet Activities in AP
April 2023 In Andhra Pradesh, there were several events promoting the consumption of millets and celebrating the International Year of Millets in Anantapur, with a focus on women’s role in millet-based foods.
UNDP-MAKAAM Maharashtra Consultation in Wardha, 2019
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