WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT
What has been the primary focus/project this term?
Our Women’s Empowerment team at UCB Project RISHI is committed to creating lasting impact by uplifting and supporting women across rural India.Through menstrual health education, skill-building workshops, and economic opportunity initiatives, we work to empower women with the tools and resources they need to flourish. From hosting reusable pad distribution events to partnering with local entrepreneurs, our mission is simple: to amplify voices, foster independence, and build stronger communities together.
"Women are the future of society"
Project Highlights
Reusable Pad Distributions
This past year, our Women’s Empowerment team hosted reusable pad distribution events at a local school and partnered with existing community groups, combining access to sustainable menstrual products with education on women’s health. Together, we are breaking stigma, fostering confidence, and creating lasting impact for women and girls across rural India.
Small Business Support Programs
Moving forward, our Women’s Empowerment team is excited to explore small business opportunities that uplift women and strengthen communities. From dairy farming initiatives to basket weaving collectives, we hope to create sustainable pathways for women in rural India to gain independence, build skills, and support their families.
Past Projects
Menstrual &Telehealth Workshop
We collaborated with PINKISHE to train teachers as Certified Menstrual Health Educators, organized a career panel at a secondary school, and partnered with Tele-Upchaar to host a telehealth event to improve access to women's health resources.
Gynecologist Telehealth Program
Piloted a telehealth program at the Public Health Center by partnering with TeleUpchaar. They provided a gynecologist for remote consultation to women in the village. We also collaborated with the local doctor and a health worker to coordinate telehealth day.
We collaborated with PINKISHE and distributed 1000 reusable pads to the women in the village. Acquired a female gynecologist who presented to 200 women and young girls in the village about the importance of menstrual health and hygiene.
Health and Hygiene Workshop
Financial Empowerment Camp
Hosted a Women's Financial Empowerment Camp for the village teaching the importance of financial independence and presenting possible opportunities. Basket weaving sessions with Mahila Mandal group with the hope of the village women selling their products
