FICCI FLO JKL empowers rural women with online skilling initiatives

FICCI FLO JKL dignitaries along with women participants of an online skilling programme.
FICCI FLO JKL dignitaries along with women participants of an online skilling programme.

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 9: FICCI FLO Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL) has launched a series of online skilling programs aimed at empowering rural women and enhancing their economic prospects.
The initiative, which includes training in various trades, saw the distribution of HUNAR online garment making kits to a second group of women from Bhalwal village.
In addition, certificates were awarded to the first batch of women who successfully completed an online makeup course facilitated by HUNAR, a leading platform for creative online education in fashion, beauty and food.
Ruchika Gupta, chairperson of FICCI FLO JKL, commended the first group of women for their achievement in completing the makeup course.
She encouraged them to leverage their new skills by starting small parlours in their homes, offering makeup services, and beginning their entrepreneurial journeys.
Gupta also distributed Garment Making kits to the next group of trainees and urged them to approach the training with dedication and perseverance.
“This initiative is in line with FLO JKL’s mission to foster self-reliance among women, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to their communities,” said Gupta.
“We are committed to equipping rural women with the skills and resources they need to create sustainable livelihoods.”
The event was met with enthusiasm, as the women eagerly embraced the opportunity to enhance their skills.
Rajni Devi, the Sarpanch of Bhalwal block, expressed heartfelt gratitude to FICCI FLO JKL for its continued support, highlighting the positive impact these programs are having on the women in her community.
The event was also attended by prominent members of FLO JKL, including immediate past Chairperson Varuna Anand, Treasurer Sona Mehta, Joint Executive Secretary Nandita Bajaj, and Nandini Mehta, all of whom reiterated the organization’s commitment to empowering women and fostering social change through education and skill development.