In April this year I visited the E-Village in Kunda, India and was one of the Global Delegates to lay the first few bricks of the foundation of the Business Hub which will launch in February 2026.  I was so moved by the vision and aligned action that I said to Dr Virginia, I want to be involved in this mission.  The power of ‘yes’ and months later I sit here writing this blog post as the ‘Chief Philanthropy Officer’ for Mahila Udyami.

“Mahila Udyami" translates to "Women Entrepreneurs" and refers to various initiatives, schemes, and organizations dedicated to supporting and empowering women in business and entrepreneurship, particularly in India.

These efforts aim to provide financial assistance, skills development and resources to enable women to start, grow or expand their ventures. Many programs include mandatory training sessions to enhance entrepreneurial skills and knowledge. This movement focuses on empowering women, especially in rural areas, through education and entrepreneurship. 

💖Mahila Udyami www.mahilaudyami.org and the International Internship University Up-Close Mahila Udyami podcast series are dedicated to showcasing and amplifying women's entrepreneurial journeys and empowering them through various platforms. 

💖The foundation is created to globally empower women economically, socially and politically by fostering their entrepreneurial potential and overcoming barriers they may face.  

At MAHILA UDYAMI, we are driven by a bold vision to establish a dynamic Global Women's Empowerment and Business Hub that champions the potential of female entrepreneurs and catalyzes positive societal change. Our hub serves as a vibrant ecosystem dedicated to uplifting rural women from diverse backgrounds, providing them with the tools and support they need to realize their ambitions and make meaningful contributions to both the economy and their communities.

Through our innovative initiatives, MAHILA UDYAMI is committed to reshaping the landscape of women's empowerment. Our four flagship projects are designed to enhance skill development, foster entrepreneurship and promote sustainable growth across various sectors.

Join us on this transformative journey as we unlock opportunities for women and pave the way for a brighter, more equitable future. Donate your time, resources or monetary to this worthy cause.  

🧱We are launching our ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign that enables you to be part of building the Global Headquarters for this initiative.

Why India?  India has the highest population and statistically 60% of Women live in rural areas, so Dr Virginia chose to build The Hub here to impact the most women.  This initiative works within four pillars to create the blueprint to empower women around the world.  Mahila Udyami has already launched in Botswana with the inspirational Dr Oliver Ramaabya spearheading this initiative.

Our mission is to ignite and nurture women’s entrepreneurial potential globally by providing accessible resources, skills training, financial assistance and creating a sustainable impact on communities and economies worldwide.

The Women’s Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Hub

Mahila Udyami is headquartered in India, a strategic hub that allows us to leverage local expertise while coordinating our global operations to empower women across diverse regions. 

We partner with local organizations, governments, and NGOs in various countries to deliver tailored programs, ensuring that our initiatives meet the unique needs of women in different cultural and economic contexts.

Four Pillars of Mahila Udyami:

💖women’s empowerment

💖skill development

💖entrepreneurship

💖sustainable growth

If you want to be involved, visit our website to ‘Buy a Brick’ or contribute in other ways www.mahilaudyami.org

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