Livelihood

In Vadodara, nearly 36% of the population lives Below the Poverty Line, making sustainable livelihood opportunities essential for inclusive development. At United Way of Baroda, we are committed to empowering underserved communities by equipping individuals with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to achieve financial independence and improve their quality of life.

Our Livelihood Generation initiatives focus on vocational training, skill development, entrepreneurship, career guidance, and employment support. By enabling individuals to gain market-relevant skills and secure dignified livelihoods, we help break the cycle of poverty and foster long-term socio-economic resilience.

In Vadodara, 36% of the population lives Below the Poverty Line. At United Way of Baroda, we are committed to empowering underprivileged communities by providing skill development opportunities that pave the way for stable employment and improved living standards.

Our Livelihood Generation program focuses on offering vocational training, career guidance, and job placement support to individuals, enabling them to build a sustainable future. By enhancing skills, we equip individuals with the tools they need to break the cycle of poverty and achieve financial independence.

Through this program, we aim to create long-term solutions that improve not only economic stability but also the quality of life for marginalized communities in Vadodara.

Atmashakti

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Stree Vahini Project

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Udaan Livelihood Project

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Building Leadership Upskills

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Mission Skill Development Program

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Community Impact Programmes (CIC)

United Way of Baroda’s Community Impact Centre (CIC) serves as a hub for empowering women and youth through vocational training, entrepreneurship development, digital literacy, and employability enhancement. Designed to strengthen local capacity and create sustainable livelihood opportunities, the CIC equips participants with practical skills that improve income generation and promote financial independence. By nurturing self-reliance and fostering economic resilience, these programmes create lasting social impact within communities.

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CSR Initiatives

With the support of its CSR partners, United Way of Baroda has implemented a diverse portfolio of livelihood and skill development initiatives aimed at creating dignified and sustainable futures for underserved communities.

Key interventions include structured plumbing skill development programmes for inmates at Vadodara Central Jail to support rehabilitation and reintegration into society; advanced tailoring training for rural women to enhance employability, income generation, and opportunities for micro-entrepreneurship; and livelihood-focused capacity-building programmes for women from marginalized communities to strengthen financial independence and self-reliance.

Youth empowerment has been further advanced through defence services preparatory programmes in rural areas, combining physical fitness, discipline, leadership, and resilience-building to prepare aspiring candidates for careers in the armed forces and police services.

Complementing these skill development efforts, United Way of Baroda has also supported essential community infrastructure, including the construction of hygienic sanitation facilities in schools, creating safer and more enabling environments for education and well-being.

Together, these initiatives reflect a long-term commitment to strengthening livelihoods, promoting social inclusion, and creating opportunities that extend beyond immediate assistance to lasting community transformation.

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Success Story

From Rural Roots to Police Dreams: A Journey of Determination

“I am a college student from Rayanmuvada, where my father is a farmer. The training programme helped me build the strength and stamina needed to clear the police recruitment physical test on my first attempt—a milestone made possible with my family’s support. I am now preparing for the written examination at the Dhaneshwar Community Library, where the free resources have been invaluable. I am confident of success and grateful for the facilities that have supported my journey.”

— Parmar Hasmukh Kumar Gulabsinh
Rayanmuvada Village