The SWAWLAMBHAN scheme, initiated by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Government of Goa, aims to empower women by providing financial assistance to Mahila Mandals and Women’s Self-help Groups. This scheme focuses on training and orientation programs that enable these groups to generate self-employment opportunities and improve their overall functioning. It is available to all duly registered Mahila Mandals/SHGs operating within Goa.
Benefits
- For Mahila Mandals/SHGs:
- Annual Grant:
- A financial assistance grant of ₹20,000/- per year is sanctioned to support the group’s activities and overall functioning.
- Self-Employment Training:
- An additional ₹5,000/- is provided for undertaking gainful self-employment activity training/orientation.
- Annual Grant:
- For Master Trainers/Instructors:
- A fixed honorarium of ₹5,000/- per course is provided.
- Actual Travel Allowance (TA) is reimbursed for travel beyond the local Taluka.
Eligibility Criteria
- For Mahila Mandals/SHGs:
- Must have valid registration with the Department of Women & Child Development, Panaji-Goa.
- Must be operating successfully for their members within Goa.
- Must have a minimum of 20 members eligible for training/orientation.
- Note: The previous requirement of 2 years of registration has been removed.
- For Master Trainers/Instructors:
- Must meet the prescribed qualifications and submit relevant documents (such as education certificates, ID proof, etc.).
Application Process (Offline)
- For Mahila Mandals/SHGs:
- Obtain the application form in the prescribed format from the CDPO (Child Development Project Officer) of the concerned block or Mukhya Sevika at the village level.
- Fill in all mandatory fields, attach self-attested copies of the required documents, and submit the application along with a fee of ₹100/-.
- For Master Trainers/Instructors:
- Obtain the prescribed application form from the CDPO/Mukhya Sevika.
- Complete the form with the necessary details and submit it with the required documents.
- Review & Processing:
- The applications are scrutinized by the respective authorities at the block level and then forwarded to higher officials for final sanction.
Documents Required
For Mahila Mandals/SHGs:
- Copy of Registration Certificate.
- Last two years’ Statement of Accounts.
- Project Report specifying training/activities.
- Detailed list of prospective beneficiaries with educational details.
For Master Trainers/Instructors:
- Birth Certificate.
- Educational Qualification Certificate.
- Marriage Certificate.
- Certificate of Course Attended.
- Valid ID Proof.
Note: All documents submitted should be self-attested.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- How can Mahila Mandals/SHGs make the payment for registration and where should the confirmation be submitted?
- Registration fees (₹100/-) are collected at the block level; confirmation is provided by the issuing officer at the CDPO or village level office.
- What are the steps to register a Mahila Mandal/SHG under this scheme?
- Collect the application form, fill it in with all necessary details, attach required documents, and submit it at the designated block office.
- Who is the implementing authority of the scheme?
- The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Government of Goa, with the CDPO and Mukhya Sevika at the village level handling initial applications.
- What records must be maintained?
- Detailed records of training programs, utilization of annual grants, beneficiary lists, and expense reports must be maintained.
- What expenses are not covered under the scheme?
- The scheme solely covers activities directly related to training and self-employment; administrative expenses are not covered.
- How are the training programs selected and what is the maximum duration allowed?
- Training programs are selected based on local employment potential and market trends. The duration of courses will be as per the norms set by the respective training institutions.
- Can financial assistance be claimed as a right under this scheme?
- No, financial assistance is provided as a grant-in-aid and is subject to approval based on the available funds and meeting the prescribed guidelines.
- What is the tenure for which the order is issued to the Master Trainers/Instructors?
- Orders for Master Trainers/Instructors are issued for the duration of the specific training course, with fixed honorarium and TA provisions.
- Who are the members of the Taluka Level Committee responsible for selecting Master Trainers/Instructors?
- The committee comprises local officials including representatives from the CDPO and Mukhya Sevika at the village level.