The Rural Women Upliftment Society (RWUS), a non-profit dedicated to empowering marginalized communities, has made…
Empowering 1,000 Rural Women IDPs: RWUS Livelihood Project Update
At Rural Women Upliftment Society (RWUS), our mission is to uplift and empower marginalized rural women. Central to this vision is our livelihoods initiative, which has recently reached a major milestone: 1,000 internally displaced women—living in relief camps and rented homes—have been supported through this transformative program.
🌱 What We’re Doing
- Material Support for Economic Activity
Women from various trades—weavers, vegetable vendors, artisans, street vendors, small‑trade operators (tea shops, meat stalls, petrol vendors)—have received essential tools, raw materials, and seed capital to launch their ventures. - Active Monitoring & Ongoing Support
RWUS staff continue monitoring progress, mentoring beneficiaries, and adjusting support to amplify success. - Immediate Impact
Around 80% of participating women have successfully started earning between ₹40,000–₹50,000 so far—an incredible boost toward self-reliance and economic freedom.
🌟 Rising Stars in the Field
| Trade | Income Potential so far |
|---|---|
| Vegetable Vendors | ₹40–50k monthly |
| Artisans, Weavers | ₹40–50k monthly |
| Others | ₹40–50k monthly |
Through sustainable empowerment and skill-building, these women are transforming household economies and community resilience.
Challenges We’re Tackling
Despite great strides, RWUS recognizes ongoing hurdles that require attention:
- Health-Related Interruptions
A small percentage of beneficiaries have struggled to maintain their livelihoods due to acute or chronic health issues. - Market Access for Artisans
Artisans crafting traditional Mora items, in particular, face difficulty accessing steady markets. Promoting fair-trade connections and direct buyer linkages is an urgent priority.
Where You Can Help 💛
To scale this impact and support all 1,000 women—including those facing health challenges or needing better market integration—we are raising vital funds.
Please visit our active fundraiser on Milaap—Urgent Call for Donation: Help Displaced People in Manipur Violence. Your generous donation will:
- Provide medical support or adapted tools for women recovering from health setbacks
- Fund marketing initiatives like pop-up exhibitions, e-commerce facilitation, and community trade fairs
- Empower artisans to thrive through improved product visibility and fairness in pricing
You can donate or share the fundraiser here: Milaap – Support RWUS
Join Us in Impacting Lives
Your support today isn’t just helping individuals—it’s rebuilding whole communities:
- ₹500 provides raw materials for a weaver
- ₹1,000 enables a street vendor to stock a week’s inventory
- ₹5,000 can sponsor a marketing/artisan exhibition
- ₹10,000 supports healthcare & livelihood recovery for a woman facing illness
Together, we can ensure that 100% of our 1,000 women:
- Have secure, consistent means to earn
- Can access appropriate health and physical support
- Receive opportunities to market their craftsmanship effectively
In Their Words
While we continue monitoring, we’ve already seen inspiring success stories—women who’ve gone from having nothing to earning ₹40–50k each month, providing for their families with newfound confidence.
How You Can Engage
- Donate to the Milaap fundraiser
- Spread the word by sharing on your networks
- Partner with us to share market access and trade show support
- Volunteer for mentoring, healthcare guidance, or market linkage outreach
A Brighter Future—Together
RWUS has long championed women’s leadership, food security, and sustainable development across Manipur
This livelihoods project is a cornerstone of our ongoing work. With your help, tomorrow’s stories will be stronger, healthier—and more independent.
🙏 Thank you for your belief in the incredible resilience of rural women!
About RWUS
Founded in 1990 in Churachandpur, Manipur, RWUS focuses on empowering grassroots communities through capacity-building, advocacy, training, and material aid.
Support Us → Milaap – Help Displaced Women in Manipur IDP Camps
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