Caritas Valvuthayam Organizes Introductory Workshop & Village Selection in Konnayankudiyiruppu

Caritas Valvuthayam’s Food Security Unit, with the support of Caritas Norway, successfully conducted the Selection of Village and Introductory Workshop in Konnayankudiyiruppu on March 11, 2025, at 2:30 pm. This initiative aimed to identify target communities for sustainable development projects while fostering community participation.

Key Highlights of the Event

Project Introduction: The Program Coordinator provided a comprehensive explanation of the project’s objectives and its impact on local communities.

Village Selection Criteria: The selection process focused on identifying farmer families, women-headed households, persons with disabilities, widows, and low-income families. Key factors considered included land and water availability, interest in home gardening, and family size to ensure maximum impact.

Formation of Community-Based Organization (CBO): To strengthen community leadership and participation, administrative members for the CBO were selected, ensuring that the community plays an active role in future development initiatives.

Looking Ahead

The selection of Konnayankudiyiruppu marks an important step in Caritas Valvuthayam’s mission to enhance food security and sustainable livelihoods. With a strong foundation in community participation and resource-based development, this initiative will empower vulnerable families to create a self-sufficient future.

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