SEWA Bharat

Migration isn’t just about livelihoods - it’s about survival, dignity, and systemic inequity. As development shifts from villages to cities, people are compelled to migrate in search of healthcare, education, safety, and recognition - needs often unmet in their home regions. In our session, 'Understanding Migration Beyond Livelihood', we explored how migration is shaped by exclusion, caste and gender biases, and the absence of formal protections. Women migrants, in particular, face heightened vulnerabilities, from health risks to economic insecurity. True inclusion requires systemic reform: portable social security, dignified housing, and governance that dismantles structural inequalities. Migrants aren’t beneficiaries of charity - they are workers whose rights, identities, and contributions must be recognised and respected. #Migration #SEWABharat #WomenWorkers #WomenEmpowerment

Migrant workers are the backbone of our cities, yet they remain trapped in policy blind spots - excluded from housing, social security, and basic rights. During our recent session on ‘Legal Scope, Urban Dynamics, and the Role of Migrants in Shaping Cities’, we explored the urgent need to shift from short-term relief to long-term, structural solutions that recognise migration as central to economic growth. Key takeaways from the session included: ✅ Strengthening legal frameworks and enforcement ✅ Ensuring housing rights for dignity and stability ✅ Building inclusive urban policies that recognise migrants as citizens of our cities The conversation reinforced a simple truth: true urban inclusion begins with recognising the invisible, ensuring justice, and safeguarding dignity for all who build our cities. #Migration #SEWABharat #WomenWorkers #WomenEmpowerment

#Hiring SEWA Bharat is hiring a Head of Administration to oversee administrative, procurement, and operational functions. The role involves managing office facilities, vendor relationships, and ensuring efficient systems to support organizational goals. A strategic leader is required to ensure cost-efficiency, compliance, and smooth operations. To Apply:- Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line "Application of Head Administration". #SEWA #SEWABharat #Adminhead #Hiringalert #Delhijobs

#Hiring SEWA Bharat is hiring a receptionist cum admin assistant to manage front desk duties and provide administrative support. The role involves being the first point of contact for visitors and clients, ensuring a professional and positive experience. Additionally, the individual will assist with daily organizational tasks and operations. To Apply: Share your resume with cover letter on [email protected] with subject line of "Application for Reception cum Admin" role. #SEWA #SEWABharat #jobsalert #Adminjob #hiringalert #delhiadmin

"I migrated to Delhi from Kolkata in search of better livelihood opportunities. In Kolkata, I earned Rs. 100 per day rolling leaves, but it wasn’t enough to support my family. In Delhi, I work as a domestic helper, which helps cover household expenses and my child’s education. However, I don’t have a permanent home and have to keep moving from one place to another. Financially, living in Delhi is a constant struggle," shared Kalpana ben, a domestic worker and a SEWA Delhi member. On January 14th, 2025, SEWA Bharat hosted an event on ‘Moving Lives, Shaping Cities: Enhancing Mobility, Social Security, and Urban Integration for Inter-State Migrants,’ where we focused on the experiences pertaining to migration of women working in the informal economy. Migrants play a vital role in driving the country’s economic growth and GDP, yet their living and working conditions remain fragmented, unregulated, and unorganised, both at their origin and destination. Learn more about the insights shared in our first session! SEWA in Delhi #Migration #SEWABharat #WomenWorkers #WomenEmpowerment

The role of Bridge Institions offering credit plus services to make women more credit ready and credit willing must be recognised . Real credit trail can be generated if theSHG Bank linkages credit history can be tracked . Due to unavailability of this digitally so far , women loose out on having a credit history to apply for higher loans directly from Bank . Women’s self esteem as an economic contributor needs to be built up through organising them for greater voice, visibility and validity. Bank officials need to be more engaged with the community to understand the nuances of the trade group they cater to. Supply and demand gap can be bridged only when all the actors and institutions in the eco system work towards a common goal.

🌟 From Borrowers to Builders: Women’s Role in India’s Financial Growth Story Join us as we dive into how women are shaping India’s financial landscape—moving from borrowers to powerful builders of the economy! 💡💰 Moderator: Ankita Bhat, Senior Manager, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion, MSC (MicroSave Consulting) Esteemed Speakers: Padmini Vora, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer | TransUnion CIBIL Limited Sanchita Mitra, National Coordinator | SEWA Bharat Rajarshi Dutta Barua, Associate Partner & Sector Lead | MSC (MicroSave Consulting) Krishna Thacker, Senior Program Officer | Gates Foundation Don’t miss this insightful conversation on empowering women through financial inclusion and entrepreneurship! Registrations are closing soon : https://lnkd.in/gb5k3tgg MSC (MicroSave Consulting) | Saumya Dixit #GenderEquality #WomenInFinance #FinancialGrowth #ForwardFaster #GES2025

In today’s digital world, financial independence and digital literacy are more critical than ever - especially for women. Yet, many still lack true ownership and access to their digital and financial assets, often controlled by male family members. Limited access to mobile phones further widens the gap, restricting opportunities to develop essential skills. At SEWA Bharat, we are committed to bridging this gap. Through our digital and financial literacy trainings, we empower women in the informal economy with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take control of their financial and digital futures. Watch this inspiring reel to hear firsthand from two incredible women from SEWA in Delhi who have changed their lives for the better through these trainings. Wishing you all a happy #InternationalWomensDay - let’s continue working towards a future where every woman has the power to thrive! 💜✨ #FinancialEmpowerment #DigitalLiteracy #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

🌟 We’re excited to welcome Dr. Paromita Sen (She/Her), Research Director, SEWA Bharat as a featured speaker at our upcoming webinar! 🌟 Paromita Sen set up and now leads the Research Team at SEWA Bharat. Together with leading research studies on different issues impacting women in the informal economy, she has established a network of grassroots researchers and data collectors, aligning with SEWA’s vision of decentralisation, ensuring that research and data collection are community-driven. With extensive research experience spanning South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and North America, she has worked on gender-based violence, women’s leadership, and their economic and political empowerment. Hear from Dr. Paromita Sen (She/Her) as she discusses the remarkable journey of SEWA and the transformative power of women coming together to create lasting societal change. 🗓️ Date: March 5th, 2025 (today) ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM IST/ 8:00 AM IST 📍 Online via Zoom 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gCMQ3CmF #CollectivisingForChange #SEWABharat #WorldBank #WomenEmpowerment #SocialImpact  #WebinarAlert  #ScalingImpact  #SystemsChange

🌟We are delighted to have Ms. Renana Jhabvala, President, SEWA Bharat as a keynote speaker at today’s webinar! 🌟 Renana Jhabvala has spent decades organising women in the informal economy into formal collectively-run institutions. She is the Co-Founder of international organisations such as WIEGO - Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing and HomeNet International, set up to further the cause of women workers in the informal economy. She has been deeply involved in shaping policy on unorganised women workers and has also authored several books on the same subject. She is currently the President of SEWA Bharat, the All-India Federation of SEWAs. In recognition of her contributions to social work, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 1990. She has also served as the Chancellor of Gandhigram Rural University (2012–2017) and was a Member of the UN Secretary-General’s High-Level Panel on Women’s Economic Empowerment (2016–2017). Tune in at 6:30 pm today as she sheds light on the SEWA approach as a way to bring informal economy women workers into the mainstream. 🗓️ Date: March 5th, 2025 (today) ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM IST/ 8:00 AM ET 📍 Online via Zoom 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gCMQ3CmF #CollectivisingForChange #SEWABharat #WorldBank #WomenEmpowerment #SocialImpact  #WebinarAlert #ScalingImpact  #SystemsChange