1-Day SHG Formation Training Workshop

 The primary objective of the workshop was to empower community members, especially women, with the knowledge and skills required to form and manage Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The training aimed to build awareness about the benefits of SHGs, promote financial inclusion, and foster collective decision-making and self-reliance among participants.

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Session 1: Introduction & Icebreaking

• Welcome and orientation.

• Overview of Uplift Live Foundation’s initiative.

• Ice-breaking session to build rapport among participants.

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Session 2: Introduction to SHGs & Group Formation

• Understanding the purpose, structure, and role of SHGs in community development

• Key benefits of SHGs for women and marginalized communities

• Step-by-step guidance on forming an SHG: group selection, defining roles, responsibilities, and setting up meeting protocols

 

Session 3: Financial Literacy & Record-Keeping

• Importance of regular savings and internal lending practices

• Basics of financial management within SHGs

• How to maintain simple and effective records (registers, meeting books, savings/loan records)

 

Session 4: Government Schemes & Institutional Linkages

• Overview of key government schemes and support available for SHGs

• Process of registration and how to access microfinance, bank credit, and subsidy programs

• Introduction to partnerships with local government bodies and financial institutions

 

Session 5: Group Dynamics, Leadership & Interactive Learning

• Building strong group dynamics through trust and shared goals

• Communication skills, leadership development, and conflict resolution

• Hands-on activities: role-plays, case studies, group discussions, and Q&A to reinforce learning

 

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Key Takeaways

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Enhanced Awareness: Participants gained a clear understanding of the purpose, benefits, and functioning of Self-Help Groups (SHGs).

 

Practical Knowledge: Learners were equipped with step-by-step guidance on forming SHGs, defining group roles, and conducting regular meetings.

 

Improved Financial Literacy: Participants understood basic financial practices such as saving, internal lending, and simple record-keeping, essential for SHG sustainability.

 

Exposure to Government Schemes: The training introduced key government schemes and how SHGs can access institutional support, bank credit, and subsidies.

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Strengthened Group Skills: Interactive sessions helped participants improve communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities for better group coordination.

 

Motivation for Action: Many attendees expressed readiness to start or join SHGs in their communities, signaling strong grassroots interest and ownership.

 

Impact

 

• Increased understanding of how SHGs function and how to initiate group formation.

• Participants expressed interest in forming SHGs within their localities.

• Strengthened awareness about financial management and opportunities through collective action.

• Created a foundation for future capacity-building programs and linkages with microfinance or government schemes.

 

Conclusion & Way Forward

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The one-day SHG Formation Training Program conducted by Uplift Live Foundation in South Delhi successfully laid the foundation for community-led development through awareness, capacity building, and empowerment. The active participation and positive response from the attendees highlighted a strong interest in forming and managing Self-Help Groups to improve their economic and social well-being.

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Moving forward, Uplift Live Foundation aims to provide continued handholding support to newly formed SHGs, including guidance on group legal compliance, access to microcredit, and integration with government schemes. Follow-up sessions will focus on advanced training in enterprise development, digital financial literacy, and market linkage support. By nurturing these groups over time, we envision building resilient, self-reliant communities led by informed and capable individuals especially women who can drive sustainable change from within.