Caritas India’s livelihood and skill development program empowers marginalized groups such as women, youth, tribal communities, migrant workers, and persons with disabilities through inclusive, dignity-based interventions.
In response to poverty and shocks like COVID 19, the initiative builds skills, enhances income opportunities, and supports both farm and nonfarm livelihoods. It fosters local entrepreneurship and reduces dependency by equipping individuals with tools and training for self-reliance. The program strengthens economic resilience and promotes sustainable, community led development rooted in equity and human dignity.
Boosting livelihoods, reducing poverty, ensuring rural community well-being.
Creating people-led, inclusive solutions for vulnerable community development.
Strengthening indigenous identity, resilience, livelihoods, and cultural dignity.
Enhancing youth employability through targeted skill development training.
"Manisha was chosen as a Mahila Sakriya Kisan from the ATMA office Saraikela for her enthusiastic participation in village development initiatives. She also taught other women farmers in her community new agricultural…
Manisha Hembrom, Gram Nirman community educator from Saraikela, Jharkhand"Earlier I was dependent on my family’s income for everything, but today I am lead earner and provide for my entire family."
Tarun, A person with disability from Gram Nirman Program area