The Shelter Home for Women (SHW) scheme is a social welfare initiative by the Directorate of Women & Child Development, Government of Goa. It provides temporary shelter and support to women who lack family or social support systems. The scheme also aims to socially and economically rehabilitate women by offering skill training and counselling.
Financial assistance is provided to shelter homes in the form of grants, which include salary components and maintenance expenditures.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Shelter Homes receive grants covering:
- Salary components for staff.
- Maintenance expenditures for running the shelter.
- Rehabilitation Support:
- Skill training for economic independence.
- Counselling services for emotional and psychological well-being.
Eligibility Criteria
Organizations that qualify for the Shelter Home for Women (SHW) Scheme must be any one of the following:
- A Non-Government Voluntary Organization registered under the Registration of Societies Act, 1860.
- A Public Trust registered under any existing legal framework.
- A Local Body or Government Body.
- A body specified by the Government with:
- A Managing Body with clearly defined powers, duties, and responsibilities.
- Experience in women and child welfare.
- Services rendered without discrimination based on caste, religion, or language.
Application Process
Offline Application Process
- Obtain the Application Form: Visit the Directorate of Women & Child Development, Panaji-Goa, and request the application form from the concerned authority.
- Complete the Form: Fill in all mandatory fields, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all self-attested required documents.
- Submit the Application: Submit the completed form along with all necessary documents to the concerned authority.
- Receive Acknowledgement: Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment confirming the successful submission of the application.
Documents Required
- Proof of Registration of the organization.
- Details of the Admitted Women in the shelter.
- Details of the Rehabilitation Measures, including skill training and counselling services provided.
- Bank Details for the transfer of grants.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q Can women of any age avail of the benefits of the Shelter Home for Women Scheme
A Yes, the scheme is designed to support women of all ages who require temporary shelter and rehabilitation.
Q What type of financial assistance is provided to shelter homes under this scheme
A Shelter Homes receive grants covering salary components for staff and maintenance costs for running the shelter.
Q Which organizations are eligible to apply for the SHW Scheme
A Eligible organizations include NGOs, public trusts, local bodies, government bodies, and other entities specified by the government with experience in women and child welfare.
Q How can eligible organizations apply for the SHW Scheme
A Organizations can apply offline by submitting a completed application form along with required documents to the Directorate of Women & Child Development, Panaji-Goa.
Q What are the mandatory documents required for applying to the SHW Scheme
A Required documents include Proof of Registration, Details of Admitted Women, Rehabilitation Measures Details, and Bank Account Details for grant transfers.
Q Is there any reservation, relaxation, preference, or priority category specified for this scheme
A No specific reservation or preference criteria have been mentioned. The scheme is open to all eligible organizations that meet the requirements.
Q What is the purpose of the Directorate of Women & Child Development’s Citizen Charter document mentioned in the guidelines
A The Citizen Charter outlines the rights, responsibilities, and services provided under the scheme, ensuring transparency and accountability in its implementation.
Q How does the skill training provided by the scheme contribute to the rehabilitation of women in the shelter homes
A Skill training helps women gain employment opportunities, financial independence, and confidence, aiding in their long-term rehabilitation and reintegration into society.
Q Are there any specific types of counselling services provided under the scheme
A Yes, the scheme includes psychological, legal, and career counselling to support women in overcoming emotional, social, and financial challenges.