BTG Trust organized a two-day Entrepreneurship Development Training on Silk Thread Jewellery Making at the Pullukadu Housing Unit from April 29th to 30th, 2025. Designed to empower underprivileged women and adolescent girls, the program focused on equipping participants with hands-on creative skills for self-employment and income generation. Four participants took part in the workshop, where they learned to craft elegant bangles, earrings, and hair accessories using vibrant silk threads and simple tools. With beginner-friendly guidance, the training encouraged creativity, enhanced confidence, and introduced basic color coordination and festive design preferences. The workshop served as an entry point into the cottage industry, offering practical knowledge with minimal investment requirements. Key highlights included hands-on training in crafting hair accessories, understanding material sourcing, product finishing, pricing, and marketing strategies. Participants also received insights on selling through local exhibitions and online platforms. The session emphasized market-ready designs suitable for daily and festive wear, preparing attendees to monetize their skills. A special focus was placed on building entrepreneurial confidence and promoting micro-enterprise models that can be operated from home. Feedback from participants reflected increased motivation and interest in pursuing home-based businesses. They appreciated the step-by-step instruction and practical sessions, which made learning accessible and enjoyable. The workshop concluded with participants expressing gratitude for the opportunity and a strong desire for further training. This initiative reaffirmed BTG Trust’s commitment to skill-based development and inclusive growth, laying a foundation for sustainable livelihood opportunities and economic self-reliance among women in marginalized communities.
HANDMADE HEROINES 11- Basic Mehendi Course
The Basic Mehendi Course, held from March 9 to 11, 2025, at the Pullukadu Housing Unit, was designed to empower underprivileged women by equipping them with the artistic and entrepreneurial skills needed to turn their creativity into a livelihood. With five participants, this three-day workshop introduced the essentials of Mehendi art—beginning with organic cone making and progressing to Arabic, bridal, mandala, and event-specific designs. The training emphasized design composition, spacing, symmetry, and client-specific customization. Participants gained hands-on experience preparing natural henna paste using eco-friendly ingredients and learned the step-by-step process of creating intricate patterns. The workshop served as both a skill-development session and an entrepreneurial orientation, encouraging women to consider offering Mehendi services for weddings, festivals, and special occasions. The program also introduced concepts like product safety, color coordination, and market readiness, enabling participants to adapt their skills to real-world customer demands. Through guided practice and mentorship, the women gained speed, precision, and confidence in their designs. The course provided insight into how these skills could be monetized through local services, exhibitions, and online platforms. More than just an art class, the initiative aimed to nurture self-employment, financial independence, and a sense of personal achievement. By the end of the training, the participants were equipped not only with practical Mehendi techniques but also the motivation to pursue advanced learning and business opportunities in this craft. This initiative reinforced the belief that small-scale, home-based skill training can significantly contribute to economic empowerment and community development.