About Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan
Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan, having its registered office at 11/575, Ganeshpur, Rehmanpur, Matiyari Chauraha, Chinhat, Lucknow, 226028, U.P. is a voluntary Social Organization registered under Indian Societies Registration Act was established by Afsana Khan a long time Social Activist as well as a Fashion Designer, , State Awardee and artisan at the same time. Sansthan was established with basic aim of providing social services to all community. These services include training programmes, rural educational programmes, awareness programmes & cultural activities etc. with fund absorption capacity of around Rs. 20 lakhs and presence in 150 Villages of Lucknow, Lakhimpur, Barabanki, Shahjahanpur, & Allahabad District.
Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan is working with school drop outs and children working in restaurants & in brick fields. Through the Awareness Generation Pogrammes the organization also works in other villages of Lucknow district. The Sansthan has been carrying out the job of formation of Self Help Groups(SHGs) in rural areas of Districts mentioned of 1150 + 50 villages of Lucknow at any time, as ground work/preparation through SHG groups is already in progress in these slums . From the review of the financial information sent by the Organization, it appears to us that the organization maintains good financial health and is also funded by other funding organizations such as NABARD, DRDA, KHADI Commission, (DC) Handicrafts. The organization is helped by the above mentioned organizations in bringing forward rural women & helping them for their betterment. The Sansthan has 12000 Artisans making it a strong player in this field.
Vision
At Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan, our vision is to create a society where every individual, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to lead a dignified and fulfilling life. We aspire to be a beacon of hope and transformation, serving as a catalyst for positive change in the communities we touch.
We envision a world where all community members have access to education, training, and resources, empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and discrimination. Our ultimate goal is to foster an inclusive and equitable society where women, children, and marginalized groups can thrive and contribute to the overall development of their communities.
We see a future where no child is forced to work in restaurants or brickfields, and no one is left behind due to lack of education or opportunities. Our vision is to uplift the underprivileged and underserved by providing them with the tools they need to lead better lives and contribute to the growth of their regions. In this vision, Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan stands as a symbol of dedication, collaboration, and innovation.
We aim to expand our presence and impact across the regions we serve, enriching the lives of individuals in Lucknow, Gonda, Farrukhabad, Lakhimpur, Barabanki, Shahjahanpur, Sitapur, Ballia, Bahraich & Sant Kabir Nagar District. By doing so, we hope to inspire other organizations and stakeholders to join us in our mission to create a more just and prosperous society.
Mission
Our mission at Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan is rooted in our commitment to social justice, education, and community development. We exist to drive positive and sustainable change in the lives of the underprivileged, especially school dropouts and children engaged in labour in restaurants and brickfields.
Our mission is multifaceted and encompasses the following core principles:
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Education and Training: We are dedicated to providing accessible and quality education and skill training to those who need it the most. We believe that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and exploitation.
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Awareness and Advocacy: Our organization strives to create awareness and advocate for the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations. We aim to build a society that values and protects the rights of women, children, and marginalized communities.
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Self-Help Groups (SHGs): A fundamental aspect of our mission is the formation and support of Self-Help Groups in rural areas. We aim to empower communities to help themselves, fostering financial independence and social resilience.
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Collaboration and Partnerships: We collaborate with various funding organizations, including NABARD, DRDA, KHADI Commission, and Handicrafts (DC). These partnerships help us reach more rural women and provide them with opportunities for self-improvement.
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Cultural Preservation: We recognize the importance of preserving cultural traditions and artisan skills. By supporting 12,000 artisans, we contribute to the preservation of traditional craftsmanship, while also enhancing economic prospects.
Our mission is to expand our presence in the 150+ villages we serve, and continue our collaborative efforts in the regions of Lucknow, Gonda, Farrukhabad, Lakhimpur, Barabanki, Shahjahanpur, Sitapur, Ballia, Bahraich & Sant Kabir Nagar District.
We are dedicated to the betterment of individuals, the enrichment of communities, and the advancement of society as a whole. Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan is committed to creating a future where every individual’s potential is realized, and no one is left behind.
Who We Are
Organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need
Empowering Rural Women through Skill Development
India is mid-way through the G20 presidency and has been tasked with significant work in the key areas of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), two areas of special mention are SDG 5 – Gender equality and SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth.
Woman empowerment,skilling for woman
Women form a significant proportion of work force in India. The key strategy for women’s empowerment and gender equality is to combine policy and institutions at the local level.
Aims & Objectives
The basic objectives of the proposal for implementation of this project is to upgrade the existing skill as well as to add the additional skills to handicrafts artisans/ craft persons through industry linked vocational training program/ skill 9 development programmes, entrepreneurship development programmes, etc. The participants shall get the benefits of exposure/ interaction with the other courses allied to the crafts.
The project has been envisaged to provide training to the potential artisans by Organizing training programmes to educate and create an environment conducive to the technology development programmes and design workshops. The basic objectives are briefly narrated as follows:
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Building-up strong technically equipped skilled manpower in all over India.
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Providing linkages with the industry i.e., trainings linked placement in the industry or customized training in association with handicrafts exporting units of all district.
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Social, Technology, Marketing, Infrastructures & Financial Intervention.
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Formulating SHGs.
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Focused training programs targeted to the development of skills at par with the best available in the world.
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Awareness about the new design and adaptation methods with the services of experienced designers.
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Entrepreneurship development.
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Product diversifications.
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Market and credit linkages.
In view of the foregoing paragraphs the basic objective for the implementation of this ambitious project is to provide an integrated approach of development of the current skills of artisans, with market linkages and institutional support.
WORK AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Today Our country is facing problems of illiteracy, unemployment, poverty and so on, India’s ¾ populations is dependent on agriculture and most of them suffer on account of non availability of continued employment and proper returns, therefore, there is not much improvement in the financial position & living conditions of the people. Consequently unemployment and poverty has generated disappointment among the common masses. To solve this gigantic problem the immediate need of the time is to diversify the “MAN POWER” from agriculture to other sectors of working and employment and preparing the people by motivation, information and skills Training for the change over to the new avenues of self employment.
What We Do
Handicraft sectors
Social Responsibility
Health And Safety
Women Empowerment
Child Education
Rural Education
Urban /Rural Sector Men & Women Employment
Design & Technical Development Sectors
Health & Environment
Youth Employment Sector
IT Sector
Tobacco Awareness Program
Chikankari Embroidery and Stitching Cluster Chinhat Lucknow
Chikankari, Embroidery and Stitching Cluster is a Chinhat Lucknow (UP) based Chikankari Handicraft Cluster. This cluster is sanctioned under the SFURTI scheme of MSME, with the support of Council of Handicraft Development Corporations (COHANDS) as a Nodal Agency & saathiya Welfare Society Bhopal as a technival agecy . This cluster is being implemented by the Nari Kalyan Shikshan Evam Prashikshan Sansthan, Lucknow. There are over 703 Chikankari artisans associated with this cluster. This cluster is fully operational and will have a wide range of traditional and modern handicraft products like apparel, stoles, lehengas, home furnishing items, decorative items, ladies tops, sarees, suits, kurtis, palazzos etc. We are also committed to making maximum use of the government. Grant in a fair and reasonable manner.
Organization We Work With
