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‘Nanma’ Empowers Women Through Mushroom Cultivation in Trivandrum
A grassroots movement to foster women’s skills, sustainability, and self-reliance is taking root in Trivandrum. Fifty women have embarked on a transformative journey toward economic independence and sustainable nutrition through “Nanma,” a mushroom cultivation training programme launched by Don Bosco Veedu and the Salesian Cooperators, with support from Ashirvadam, Bangalore.
The training session, led by Fr. Sojan, an expert with over twelve years of experience in mushroom cultivation, combines awareness, motivation, and practical training. “Nanma” unfolds in three progressive phases, each designed to help women transition from learners to entrepreneurs.
The first phase, spanning two months, focuses on skill-building—teaching participants cultivation techniques and home-based production for personal use. In the second phase, the women scale up production for local market sales. The final phase envisions a women-led collective managing branding, marketing, and quality control, laying the foundation for a sustainable micro-enterprise network.
Beyond its economic benefits, Nanma encourages holistic empowerment. It promotes healthy eating, environmental awareness, and a renewed sense of solidarity among women who balance multiple roles at home and in society.
“This isn’t just about mushrooms,” said Preetha, one of the participants. “It’s about discovering that we can grow something beautiful—and build our own future.”
With the mentorship of Don Bosco Veedu and continued community support, Nanma aims to become more than a livelihood initiative—it is quietly cultivating a culture of empowerment, resilience, and shared purpose among women at the grassroots level.
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