Mythiri - Association for Single Women
CWDR (Centre for Women's Development and Research) recognized the unique challenges faced by single women (widowed, deserted, divorced, or never married). Through Maithri, an association with 2,000 members, they provide support networks, income-generation opportunities, and advocate for better policies for single women.
Maithri member who set up a petty shop Maithri's help
Key Initiatives
Support for Self-Sustainability: Maithri creates spaces for education, skill development, and empowerment. This includes building leadership structures aligned with their mission.
Personality Development and Life Skills: Workshops focus on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and financial management. Key topics include legal rights, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Psychosocial and Legal Counselling: Support is provided to help women manage emotional and legal challenges. Plans are in place to expand these services.
Economic Empowerment: Training is provided in entrepreneurship skills, Financial literacy and terrace gardening to boost income and create sustainable livelihoods.
Advocacy and Campaigning: Maithri engages in advocacy for better social and economic policies, ensuring access to housing, employment, and social services for single women. Also advocates for better facilities for street vending since most of the single women are involved in street vending.