LOCAL PARTICIPATION AND SUSTAINABILITY LOCAL PARTICIPATION AND SUSTAINABILITY The Local Participation and Sustainability Program promotes community awareness and engagement for vibrant local institutions. S M Sehgal Foundation also raises awareness on health, sanitation, and digital technologies for effective government program delivery. WHY DO WE NEED LOCAL PARTICIPATION AND SUSTAINABILITY? Empowering Rural Women Community-Led Development Ownership for Sustainable Impact EMPOWERING WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP • Inclusive Platform: Women actively participate in village-level institutions and public affairs. • Collective Action: Women unite to address community and development challenges. • Capacity Building: Leadership and communication skills enhance confidence for effective participation. • Last-Mile Impact: Strengthening the role of Women Elected Representatives (WERs) for village development. • Gram Sabha Participation: Women actively engage in gram sabha for decision-making and community welfare. STRENGTHENING VILLAGE LEVEL INSTITUTIONS Capacity Building Problem Identification Government Synergies Structured sessions for Representatives learn to Facilitating collaboration with gram panchayats and identify and address government departments village committees community issues for comprehensive enhance skills. effectively. development. HEALTH AND HYGIENE Community Engagement Collaborative efforts for improved hygiene and sanitation. Health Awareness Initiatives to enhance preventive and remedial healthcare awareness. Behavior Change Campaigns fostering safe hygiene practices in rural communities. e-GOVERNANCE The program employs digital tools like online platforms, toll-free helplines, and e-Resource centers to enhance the delivery of government programs to communities. SEHGAL FOUNDATION: ENHANCING LOCAL PARTICIPATION AND SUSTAINABILITY Watch Complete Video Here