MD JKRLM inaugurates Workshop on vision development programme

JAMMU, December: Mission Director, Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), Indu Kanwal Chib, today  inaugurated a five-day workshop for the officials of the Mission under the non-farm theme aimed at developing their capacity in implementing non-farm livelihoods generating  programe  at the block and district levels of JKRLM.

The workshop, facilitated by training modules developed by Kudumbashree NRO and drawn from field experiences in implementing various non-farm programs, aims to enhance staff competencies in program planning and implementation. The comprehensive training program fosters a holistic approach to non-farm initiatives within the organization.

Throughout this intensive training program, the staff will develop a clear understanding of non-farm programs and their expansion in respective blocks and districts. They will also conceptualize the role of strengthening community institutions, nurturing cadres for non-farm promotion, understanding different aspects of business, convergence, and establishing effective monitoring and documentation practices. By gaining an overall vision for non-farm programs and developing action plans, the staff will align with the overall vision of non-farm initiatives under NRLM (National Rural Livelihoods Mission).

On the occasion, Mission Director JKRLM stated that the intention and purpose of the workshop is to focus on nurturing community-based organizations in non-farm livelihoods and building their capacity to support entrepreneurs. In addition, resource mapping, the role of community-based organizations in startup support, and the management of facilitation centers will be explored.

By equipping the non-farm staff with the necessary skills and knowledge, Mission Director envisions to strengthen the overall implementation and impact of non-farm programs in Jammu and Kashmir, contributing to the Mission’s mandate of poverty reduction and sustainable livelihoods promotion. The workshop highlights the mission’s commitment to uplifting rural women and supporting rural self-help group women in becoming successful entrepreneurs, she added.

Emphasizing the significance of the workshop and the intention to benefit rural women immensely, MD encouraged the staff to take full advantage of the program in order to have complete awareness and address the queries of women entrepreneurs. She also acknowledged the efforts put into strategizing, evolving, and rolling out this program, commending the team of the Mission and Kudumbashree NRO for their contributions.

Giving details, State project Manager non-farm livelihoods (SPM-NFL) Yasir Bhat said the workshop will continue for five days, during which the NRO experts from Kudumbashree will provide sectoral training to the staff, helping them scale up livelihood activities and  rural enterprises.

It is to mention here that JKRLM, and Kudumbashree NRO (National Resources Organization) have entered into a partnership agreement to support the Micro Enterprise Development (MED) program in Jammu & Kashmir to create sustainable livelihood opportunities and promote economic empowerment for rural communities.