SEWA Bharat

The #16DaysofActivism global campaign is a vital reminder of the ongoing need to address gender-based violence. At SEWA Bharat, our commitment goes beyond these 16 days as we strive for a world where women and girls live free from fear and oppression. Our work focuses on understanding and addressing violence in the world of work informal economy. Women workers face numerous challenges, from physical harm to economic exploitation. We hope to continue raising further awareness on the different forms of violence to emphasize the need for better infrastructure, safety measures, financial inclusion and accessible social protection to improve their livelihoods and secure their futures. This year, we bring to you the story of Soni ben, a fish vendor from Munger, Bihar who continues to experience violence daily. Swipe through to learn more about her journey and the pressing need for systemic change. Together, let’s champion a safer, more equitable world for all. SEWA in Delhi #genderbasedviolence #informalwomenworkers #violenceintheworldofwork #SEWABharat

We are pleased to announce that we have filled the 'Consultant-Communication' position! Thank you to everyone who applied and expressed interest. We appreciate your time and efforts. At this time, we will not be considering any further applications for this role. Stay tuned for future opportunities within our organisation. #SEWA #SEWAbharat

We are pleased to announce that we have filled the 'Organiser-Coordinator' position! Thank you to everyone who applied and expressed interest. We appreciate your time and efforts. At this time, we will not be considering any further applications for this role. Stay tuned for future opportunities within our organisation. #SEWA #SEWABharat

#Hiring SEWA Bharat is looking for a Communications Associate with a strong background in written communication, design and content management systems to work at SEWA Bharat. To apply: Please mail your resume with following documents with the subject line “Application for Communication Associate” to communication@sewabharat.org and jobs@sewabharat.org. #SEWA #SEWABharat #hiringalert #communications #seniorassociate #delhijobs

#Hiring SEWA Bharat is seeking a strategic leader to oversee our organization's administrative, procurement, and operational functions. In this role, you will manage office facilities, vendor relationships, and procurement processes while ensuring effective operational systems align with our organizational goals. Your focus will be on driving cost efficiency, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a smoothly functioning infrastructure. Join us in shaping the future of our operations. To Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to jobs@sewabharat.org with subject line “Application for Head Administration” by 28th November,2024. #SEWA #SEWABharat #Delhijobs #hiringalert #Headadmin

🌟Celebrating the strength, resilience, and innovation of women entrepreneurs! On this #WomensEntrepreneurshipDay, SEWA Bharat stands with women entrepreneurs in the informal economy. A recent 2024 report, titled ‘Decoding the Financial Health of Women-Owned Micro-Businesses in India’, by MicroSave Consulting (MSC), Sa-Dhan and JPMorganChase, highlights that 45% of women entrepreneurs lack savings for financial emergencies, leaving them vulnerable to economic shocks. With the right tools, support, and resources, we can enable these women to overcome challenges, achieve their business goals and nurture them towards financial independence. 💼 ✨ 🚀 Let’s build an inclusive future where women entrepreneurs are leading the way! SEWA in Delhi NITI Aayog International Labour Organization #SEWABharat #WomenInBusiness #FinancialInclusion #EmpowerWomen #Entrepreneurship #InclusiveGrowth #StrongerTogether

Street vendors play a crucial role in urban economies worldwide, providing affordable goods and services to communities. Yet, despite their contributions, many vendors, especially women, face daily obstacles, from harassment and violence to inadequate access to basic facilities like toilets and drinking water. In many areas, vending is even criminalized. On this International Street Vendors Day, celebrated on 14th November every year, we bring you the inspiring story of Rita Ben, a fruit vendor from Dimapur, Nagaland. Through life’s challenges and the hurdles of her work, Rita Ben has emerged resilient and hopeful for the future. Click on the link below to know more about her journey: https://lnkd.in/gpdB4cXi SEWA in Delhi North East Network #InternationalStreetVendorsDay #informalwomenworkers #womenvendors #livelihoods #SEWABharat

Anasuya Diwas is celebrated on the 11th of November every year to mark the birth anniversary of Anasuya Sarabhai, a champion of women’s rights in India. Anasuya ben was deeply moved when she saw the plight of women mill workers returning to their homes after a 36-hour shift in Ahmedabad. This started her lifelong journey of working towards improving the working conditions of mill workers. This Anasuya Diwas, we highlight how SEWA continues to honour Anasuya Sarabhai's work. 'Anasuya', a Hindi newspaper published fortnightly, captures anecdotes, opinions, stories of struggles and achievements of SEWA members across 18 states. The publication is written solely by our members and aims to sensitize and reorient media to the needs of women in the informal economy. You can read all Anasuya editions on our website by clicking the following link: https://lnkd.in/d23YHPbw SEWA in Delhi #AnasuyaDiwas #informalwomenworkers #anasuyasarabhai #elaben #SEWABharat

On this International Day of Care and Support, we highlight the global gender inequality in taking up both paid and unpaid care work. More often than not, women shoulder both paid and unpaid caregiving responsibilities. With the number of care recipients (both children and the elderly) expected to reach 2.3 billion by 2030 (Source: International Labour Organization), the need of the hour is to create systems that not only recognize the need for caregiving but also fairly compensate those engaged in the paid care economy. In India, paid care workers often find their work undervalued and underrepresented. Domestic workers, ASHA workers and anganwadi workers, who come under the ambit of paid care workers in India, struggle to access social protection and fair wages. At SEWA Bharat, we believe in inclusive social protection for all workers, especially those in the informal economy who make invaluable contributions to society. What are some ways in which paid care workers can be compensated fairly and can easily access social protection? Tell us in the comments below! SEWA in Delhi #InternationalDayofCareandSupport #careeconomy #womenandcare #caregiving #unpaidcarework #SEWABharat

Welcome to this special edition of the SEWA Bulletin. The months of August and September have been quite exciting here at SEWA Bharat. In August, we observed National Handloom Day, where handloom weavers had the opportunity to interact with labour officials and gain knowledge about the 'Bina Mulya Samajik Suraksha Yojana (BM-SSY)' scheme and an initiative that provides cash support for loom shed repair and subsidised yarn for weavers. Having recently begun work with waste workers in Dhapa, West Bengal, we shed light on their challenges and efforts to ensure occupational safety. In September, we commemorated our annual ‘Aagewan Diwas’, to celebrate and honour our grassroots leaders. We wrapped up the month with our 40-year celebration where women workers from different states came together as one. Additionally, we bring to you an impactful story of one of our members who was instrumental in bringing about positive changes in her community through her efforts. Stay tuned for a dedicated newsletter on the 40-year celebration of SEWA Bharat! #SEWABharat #SEWABharatnewsletter #LinkedInNewsletter