Project Unnati 2023-24 - Empowering Women. Transforming Generations
At Vaghmi Foundation, we believe that when a woman becomes financially independent, an entire family rises. Project Unnati is a women’s skill development initiative implemented as a CSR initiative by Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., designed to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural women. This project focused on school dropout women from underserved communities, providing them with skills, confidence, dignity, and a pathway to self-reliance.
Project Unnati is more than a skill development program. It is a step toward dignity, financial independence, and inclusive growth. Vaghmi Foundation remains committed to scaling such CSR-driven initiatives to ensure no woman is left behind.
Where Change Began: Project Unnati was implemented across 60 villages in the Khed Rajgurunagar region, reaching women who had the determination to work but lacked access to opportunities. 604 school dropout women (Age 18–40) were identified — each with a dream to support her family and build a better future. This initiative did not just provide training — it helped them rewrite their life stories.
Skill Development Programs
To align with industry demand and participant interest, three high-employment skill tracks were introduced
Aarogyam – Healthcare Training
Basic healthcare and patient-care training enabled women to work in:
Hospitals
Clinics
Healthcare support roles
Driving Training
Women were trained as professional drivers, preparing them for:
Logistics companies
Personal chauffeur services
Transport-related employment
This opened opportunities in a traditionally male-dominated sector
Industrial Welding
Technical welding skills were provided for employment in:
Manufacturing industries
Industrial units
Fabrication sectors
This training brought women into skilled industrial roles with strong earning potential.
Project Timeline - July 2023 – April 2024
The duration ensured structured training, mentoring support, industry exposure, and placement assistance.
Impact
Skill Empowerment:
Over 604 women gained industry-relevant skills and professional confidence.
Employment Success:
72% of participants were successfully placed in hospitals, logistics companies, and industrial roles.
Community Transformation
Increased household income
Improved social confidence of women
Inspiration for other girls in villages
Positive shift in mindset toward women in skilled professions.Â
The impact extended beyond individuals, strengthening families and communities.
