Panchayat Raj Capacity-Building Workshops

The organization also conducted dedicated Panchayat Raj Capacity-Building Workshops for members of Barhe and Mankhed Gram Panchayats, as well as members of Gan and Gat committees of Panchayat Samiti and Zilla Parishad. The objective of the training was to enhance grassroots governance by enabling elected members to:

 

The objective

Enhance Grassroots Governance

The objective of the training was to enhance grassroots governance by enabling elected members to:

1

Understand their roles and responsibilities in village development

2

Identify critical needs and challenges of the villages

3

Access and utilize state and central government funds effectively

4

Align village development activities under relevant schemes

5

Recognize the importance of mandatory quarterly Gram Sabha meetings

This training strengthened decentralized governance and ensured that local leadership is better equipped to plan and execute sustainable development initiatives.

Focus Areas

Women Counselling Centre

The center provides legal awareness, emotional support, and conflict resolution services for women facing domestic and social challenges. Core focus areas include:

1

Counseling

Counseling on dowry harassment, family disputes, and domestic violence

2

Assistance

Assistance for women facing threats of eviction, physical abuse, or mental cruelty

3

Support

Support in cases of alimony, sexual harassment, and physical torture

4

Guidance

Guidance on legal rights guaranteed under the Indian Constitution

5

Care

Special care and assistance for women suffering from mental health issues

Impact

Effectiveness

All cases were resolved before reaching the police station, highlighting the center’s strong mediation and counseling effectiveness.

138 cases registered and resolved in Peth
46 cases registered and resolved in Surgana