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.
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.
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.