About the Campaign
Empowering girls with skills is empowering the future. In many underprivileged communities, young women face social and economic barriers that limit access to education, vocational training, and employment opportunities. Without support, they are often forced into early labor, domestic work, or precarious livelihoods.
Manav Charities believes that every girl deserves the chance to learn, grow, and become self-reliant. The Skill Development for Girls program is a comprehensive initiative designed to equip young women with practical skills, vocational training, and life skills, enabling them to secure livelihoods, build confidence, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Through hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to entrepreneurship, this program transforms young women into skilled, confident, and independent individuals ready to shape their own futures.
Our Vision
A society where every girl has access to vocational skills, education, and opportunities that allow her to live independently, contribute to society, and fulfill her potential.
Our Mission
- To provide practical, industry-relevant vocational training for girls.
- To build self-confidence, leadership, and personal resilience.
- To foster entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for young women.
- To create inclusive pathways for differently-abled girls.
- To cultivate a supportive environment that encourages social empowerment and independence.
SEAM — Skill Training for Employment in Apparel Manufacturing
SEAM provides young women with vocational training in apparel manufacturing, an industry with high employment potential in India. Participants learn:
- Garment stitching, tailoring, and finishing techniques
- Quality control and production management
- Professional etiquette and workplace safety
SEAM empowers girls to enter the workforce confidently, earn a livelihood, and gain independence, transforming their potential into tangible opportunities.
Vocational Training Programs
The program offers practical, hands-on training in multiple trades, ensuring girls are prepared for employment or entrepreneurship. Training areas include:
- Tailoring & Garment Production – developing sewing, stitching, and creative design skills
- Candle Making – learning craft skills for small business ventures
- Hotel Management & Culinary Arts – preparing girls for careers in cooking, hospitality, and service
- Paper Bag Manufacturing – promoting sustainable, eco-friendly entrepreneurship
- Eatables & Spice Production – enabling food-based micro-enterprises
- Computer Education – equipping girls with digital literacy and technological skills
Self-Help Group (SHG) Formation
SHGs form the backbone of women’s economic and social empowerment. Manav supports the creation of SHGs among girls and young women, encouraging collective action, savings, and entrepreneurship.
- A platform for peer support and resource pooling
- Access to microcredit and financial literacy programs
- Training in leadership, planning, and self-management
Through SHGs, girls gain confidence, financial independence, and the ability to take control of their futures, fostering empowerment within families and communities.
Life Skills and Personal Development
Skill development is not complete without soft skills and personal growth. Girls are trained in:
- Self-confidence and goal-setting
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Time management, professionalism, and problem-solving
By nurturing both hard and soft skills, girls are prepared not only for employment but also for life challenges, decision-making, and community engagement.
Mentorship and Career Guidance
Mentorship is a critical component of the program. Experienced mentors guide girls in:
- Career exploration and vocational pathways
- Employment readiness and workplace expectations
- Entrepreneurship and business development
- Personal growth, confidence, and resilience
This personalized guidance ensures that each girl can chart a path suited to her skills, interests, and aspirations, maximizing her potential for success.
Vocational Training & JOB for Differently-Abled Girls
Inclusivity is central to Manav’s programs. Differently-abled girls receive specialized training and support, allowing them to:
- Develop skills aligned with their abilities
- Gain functional independence
- Access employment or micro-enterprise opportunities
- Build self-confidence and social inclusion
By removing barriers and adapting training methods, the program ensures that every girl, regardless of ability, has the chance to succeed.
- Many girls have secured stable employment in apparel manufacturing, hospitality, and service sectors.
- SHGs formed through the program have enabled collective savings, entrepreneurship, and economic independence.
- Vocational training has allowed girls to start small businesses, create income streams, and gain financial empowerment.
- Differently-abled participants have achieved functional independence, self-confidence, and employable skills.
- Overall, participants report increased confidence, leadership abilities, and aspirations for a brighter future.
Sponsoring a Training Program
Provide vocational education, equipment, or mentorship opportunities.
Supporting SHGs
Help fund collective savings, microcredit, or entrepreneurial training.
Donating Equipment or Learning Materials
Equip training centers with tools, machines, and supplies.
Volunteering Expertise
Mentor, train, or guide girls in vocational or life skills.
Corporate Partnerships
Collaborate through CSR to expand program reach.
Promoting Awareness
Advocate for skill development and empowerment of girls in your networks.