• Location: Primarily in Coastal Districts (mandals like Chintalapudi, Lingapalem) and West Godavari District (including all 9 municipalities: Eluru, Bhimavaram, Tadepalligudem, Tanuku, Palakollu, Narsapuram, Kovvur, Jangareddygudem, and Nidadavole).
• Coverage: 9 targeted training programs across villages such as Chintalapudi, Jeelgamalli (Jeelakarragudem), Matemgudem, Ratlavarigudem, Dharmajigudem, Edavalli, Vankaragudem, Raghunathpally, and urban areas in West Godavari.
• Target Groups: Women and youth from Tribal, Dalit, and marginalized communities.
• Number Trained: 270 participants (30 per program).
• Project Duration: Ongoing since 2022, with annual cycles.
• Status: Active, with expansions planned for additional mandals in Krishna District

• Build vocational capacities among women and youth to promote self-employment and entrepreneurship.
• Address skill gaps in rural and Tribal areas, focusing on trades that leverage local resources and markets.
• Empower marginalized groups, particularly women, to achieve financial independence and reduce dependency.
• Integrate environmental sustainability, such as through organic fertilizer training, to align with SEVA’s broader goals.
• Foster community resilience by linking trainees to government schemes, loans, and market opportunities.

• SEVA’s training programs are structured for practical learning, including hands-on sessions, expert guidance, and post-training support like toolkits and market linkages. Key components include:

Vocational Trades Training: Focused on crafts and technical skills to create immediate income opportunities.

• Embroidery Training: Hands-on sessions in intricate designs, held in Chintalapudi Mandal, Eluru District.
• Tailoring Training: Basic to advanced stitching techniques, conducted in Jeelgamalli (Jeelakarragudem) village.
• Zari Training: Specialized in metallic thread work for garments, organized in Matemgudem village.
• Handicrafts Training: Crafting items from local materials, implemented in Ratlavarigudem village.
• Soft Toys Making Training: Design and assembly of toys, delivered in Dharmajigudem village.

Technical and Mechanical Skills: Aimed at youth for employability in growing sectors.

• Two Wheeler Repair Training: Repair and maintenance skills, covering Eluru town and Chintalapudi, Lingapalem Mandals.
• Car Driving Training: Safe driving and basic vehicle handling, spanning villages like Edavalli, Vankaragudem, Raghunathpally, Dharmajigudem, and Eluru urban areas.

Entrepreneurship and Product-Making: Promoting home-based businesses with low investment.

• Phenyl Liquid Making Training: Chemical formulation for cleaning products, extended across all 9 municipalities of West Godavari District (Eluru, Bhimavaram, etc.).
• Jeevaarutam Preparation Training: Organic fertilizer production using cow urine and natural substances, conducted in Jeelgamalli village to support sustainable agriculture.

Each program lasts 15-30 days, with 30 participants per batch, and includes certification, startup guidance, and linkages to schemes like DRDA loans.

• Phenyl Making: Urban women in West Godavari municipalities now manufacture and sell household cleaners, tapping into local demand.
• • Jeevaarutam Fertilizer: Farmers in Jeelgamalli integrate this organic method with FPO activities, promoting chemical-free farming.
  • Vehicle Repair and Driving: Youth in Lingapalem and Eluru gain skills for mechanic shops or transport services, with some starting mobile repair units.

• SEVA supports the national mission by covering 1,202 habitations, ensuring tap water connections and community awareness. We collaborate with government departments for sustainable water supply.
• Impact: Improved access in rural Andhra Pradesh.

Each program lasts 15-30 days, with 30 participants per batch, and includes certification, startup guidance, and linkages to schemes like DRDA loans.

Examples of Skill Development Practices Promoted by SEVA

• Embroidery and Tailoring: Participants learn to create custom apparel, leading to home-based boutiques. For instance, women in Chintalapudi have formed SHGs to sell embroidered sarees locally.
• Handicrafts and Soft Toys: Using eco-friendly materials, trainees in Ratlavarigudem and Dharmajigudem produce items for urban markets, reducing migration.
• Phenyl Making: Urban women in West Godavari municipalities now manufacture and sell household cleaners, tapping into local demand.
• Jeevaarutam Fertilizer: Farmers in Jeelgamalli integrate this organic method with FPO activities, promoting chemical-free farming.
• Vehicle Repair and Driving: Youth in Lingapalem and Eluru gain skills for mechanic shops or transport services, with some starting mobile repair units.

These practices emphasize inclusivity, with 80% women participants, and incorporate digital literacy for online marketing.

Expected Outcomes

The project delivers multifaceted impacts, transforming lives and communities.

Economic Impact:

• Increased household incomes by 20-30% through self-employment.
• Creation of 50+ micro-enterprises, including tailoring units and phenyl production groups.

Social Impact:

• Empowerment of 270 women and youth, enhancing gender equality and Tribal inclusion.
• Reduced unemployment in mandals like Chintalapudi and Lingapalem.

Environmental Impact:

• Promotion of sustainable practices like Jeevaarutam, reducing chemical fertilizer use and supporting organic farming.

Community Impact:

• Stronger SHGs and networks, with trainees mentoring others in villages like Dharmajigudem.
• Overall, contributing to SEVA’s goal of self-reliant communities.

Partners

SEVA collaborates with key stakeholders to amplify the project’s reach:

• District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) for livelihood expertise and subsidies.
• Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Venkataramannagudem, for technical training in agriculture-related skills.
• NABARD for linkages to financial schemes.
• Local government departments (Animal Husbandry, Fisheries) for integrated programs.
• UNICEF and CADME for urban WASH-aligned trainings in municipalities.

These partnerships ensure resource sharing, expert inputs, and sustainable scaling.

Conclusion

SEVA’s Skill Development Project is more than training—it’s a catalyst for empowerment, turning potential into prosperity for marginalized communities in Andhra Pradesh. By bridging skill gaps with opportunity, we are building a foundation for lasting change, where every participant becomes a beacon of self-reliance.

• SEVA envisions a just and humane world where disadvantaged communities access entitlements and build assets for dignified lives. Our philosophy centers on capacity building, rights advocacy, and sustainable progress, ensuring no one is left behind.

• Support SEVA’s Skill Development initiatives to empower more women and youth. Your contribution can fund training kits, expand programs, or sponsor a batch. Donate Now or contact us at sevangoeluru@gmail.com to volunteer or partner. Together, let’s skill for a brighter future