Livelihood Project

Supported by Reliance Foundation

Project Overview

Project Initiation: August 2022

Goal: Improving self-reliance and resilience of the rural community in Kalahandi District.

Coverage

• Blocks: Junagarh, Dharmagarh, Golamunda
• Gram Panchayats: 26
• Villages: 94

Key Achievements

Climate Resilience and Resource Management

1. Villages with Climate Resilience Measures
   • Plantation practices to mitigate climate change.
   • Mass awareness events and stakeholder workshops.
2. Water Resource Management
   • Participatory assessments and management plans.
   • Renovation of water harvesting structures.
   • Soil and moisture conservation activities.
3. Efficient Water Management
   • Water budgeting.
   • Soil moisture retention and efficient irrigation practices.
   • Repair and extension of hand pumps to mitigate waterborne diseases.

Farming Practices and Nutrition

1. Climate Adaptive Farming Practices
2. Diversified Food Production
3. Bio-Fortified Crops
4. Improved Agriculture Technologies

Community Livelihood and Financial Inclusion

1. Formation and strengthening of Farmer Collectives
2. Livelihood programs to enhance household income
3. Access to entitlements and schemes
4. Women empowerment through financial literacy and livelihood activities

Highlights of Community Impact

• Enhanced awareness, skills, and adoption of new technologies.
• Increased household income and reduced drudgery for women.
• Improved access to safe drinking water, health care, and nutrition.
• Established a collaborative ecosystem with local authorities and stakeholders.
• Community awareness on judicious use of water by water budgeting.