Our Programs: Building Stronger Communities Together
At FESTRA Foundation, we address the interconnected barriers of poverty, mobility, and inequity through programs that empower women artisans and ensure no child’s education is left behind. Our work bridges the gaps in education, skills, and holistic support to create lasting change for India’s most marginalized communities.
FESTRA's Latest Insights
Women’s Empowerment: Fostering Economic Independence
FESTRA’s programs are empowering women by providing them with the resources and support they need
Food Security: Addressing Hunger and Promoting Sustainable Practices
FESTRA’s initiatives in food security are making a significant difference in the lives of many,
Skill Development: Empowering Individuals Through Training
FESTRA’s skill development programs are transforming lives by equipping individuals with the necessary tools for
Portable Education for Migrant Children
Over 15 million children in India miss school annually due to family migration, risking lifelong poverty and exploitation.
- Mobile Learning Units: Classrooms-on-wheels that follow migrant families to worksites, providing uninterrupted lessons in local languages.
- Digital Learning Kits: : Offline tablets with interactive lessons in math, science, and literacy, syncing progress to state curricula.
- Bridge Schools: Partnering with local governments to ensure seamless enrolment when families return home.
Our Impact Highlights
Education now travels with us—my daughter never misses a class.
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Women’s Artisan Empowerment
Over 68% of rural women with craft skills earn less than ₹100/day due to limited market access and outdated techniques.
- Skill Modernization: Training in contemporary design, quality control, and eco-friendly materials for traditional crafts (embroidery, painting, stitching).
- Digital Literacy & E-Commerce: Teaching women to manage Instagram shops, negotiate prices, and ship products globally via partnerships with platforms like Amazon Handmade.
- Self-Help Cooperatives: Forming artisan groups to bulk-buy materials, share profits, and advocate for fair wages.
Our Impact Highlights
Education now travels with us—my daughter never misses a class.
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Family Well-Being Hubs
Migrant families lack access to nutrition, healthcare, and childcare, forcing children into labor and women out of work.
- Community Kitchens: Nutritious meals for ₹X, with priority for families keeping children in school.
- Mobile Health Clinics: : On-site doctors and vaccines at worksites, reducing absenteeism.
- Flexible Childcare: Mothers drop off toddlers while attending training or work.
Our Impact Highlights
Education now travels with us—my daughter never misses a class.
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Continuity First
Flexible education and training that moves with families.
Dignity-Driven Design
Building on strengths—no handouts, just meaningful partnerships.
Metrics That Matter
Tracking real progress in literacy, income, and health.
