In collaboration with SIDAK and the District Skill Development Department, 35 beneficiaries participated in livelihood skill training that enhanced technical competencies, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance.


Skill development programmes in tailoring, jewellery making, snacks preparation, retail management, textile business, and vegetable business were organized for 152 women. The training combined practical skill development with entrepreneurship, financial management, and marketing to promote sustainable livelihoods.
A Parents’ Orientation Programme was conducted with 58 participants. Sr. Anita D’Souza, Mr. Siddappa Masali (MRW, Shiggaon), and Mr. Prakash Awandkar, Assistant Director, Taluka Panchayat, Shiggaon, served as resource persons and educated parents on early intervention, regular therapy, home-based care, and government welfare schemes for children with disabilities.

Roshni Trust organized the Adarsh Taluk Women’s Federation Meeting with 33 women participants. Mr. Manjunath Kudri served as the resource person, Mrs. Shaila Havanagi chaired the programme, and Mr. Somalappa Lamani attended as the chief guest. Sr. Anita D’Souza, Director of Roshni Trust, encouraged women to strengthen community leadership and participation.
On the same day, an Environmental Awareness Programme was inaugurated by Mr. Ganesh Shettar, Forest Department, benefiting 37 participants by promoting environmental conservation and sustainable practices.