Projects In Asia:Muthamil Pengal Grama Nala Sangam

INDIA ($4,600)
Coconut Mat Weaving
Project Coordinator - Ms. Chellammal

Twenty-five Dalit women from Nagapattinam District (severely affected by the 2004 tsunami) are participating in this one-year project.

The women will engage in three days of training on coconut fiber weaving and compost production. Loans of $180 will be given to each woman who will repay the loan at 12% per year. Anticipated economics are:

From Dr. R. Kannan’s report, “Muthamil Pengal Grama Nala Sangam is headed by a young woman leader, Ms.Chellammal. She has a good rapport with beneficiaries. Her contacts and relationships with the local leaders and government officials are great. The group members are well organized and have good motivation. Regarding the income-generating projects, raw materials are in abundance and market is readily available. The project is in tune with environment, community and people’s skills.”

Project Completed: December 31, 2010