Manjari Corner

Sprinkler irrigation equipments distributed to 28 farmers at 50% subsidy under the Jal Suraksha Yojana in Mavli block to encourage farmers to adopt water conservation and efficient irrigation practices. Refresher training on Uthori was organized at the Dholpur office, with sessions on gender awareness, gender roles, women's rights and safety, and women's roles in Panchayati Raj Institutions. Successfully conducted a workshop on Prevention of Online Fraud and Money Management in Mavli, empowering school students and rural community members with essential knowledge on digital safety and financial security.

When I met myself

The title “STRONG STRONGER STRONGEST” represents a transition in the life of a rural woman that is straddled with hardship. Strong represents a person who shows courage in adversity. When a person develops an attitude to face hardships in life the stronger version manifests until they ultimately become the strongest versions of themselves.

Meena is one such young woman. This 19 year old is a resident of Bheel Basti village of Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan. She is one of the 7 siblings, 5 of whom are married. Her father is a daily wage labourer and her mother is suffering from cancer. Owing to financial constraints, Meena couldn’t continue her education after clearing her 10^th standard exams.

Thanks to Manjari Foundation, Meena got a ‘second chance’, and she seized the opportunity immediately. Through the Second Chance Education Program supported by Pradan and UN Women, Meena attended a series of meetings and counselling sessions, and subsequently enrolled in NIOS (open university) for Class 12^th examinations in December 2019.

Meena’s life has been far from easy, yet her positive attitude helps her face challenges head on and get stronger. “My hardships have made me stronger,” says Meena, who hopes to complete her education and work towards becoming the strongest version of herself.