Grameen Sahara

Grameen Sahara Empowering 200,000 households across NER through sustainable livelihoods, FPOs, SHGs, and rural enterprises since 2002 In Support of Sustainable Livelihood

What does freedom look like when you see it from the ground up?Sometimes, it looks like having a choice.A farmer decidin...
14/08/2026

What does freedom look like when you see it from the ground up?

Sometimes, it looks like having a choice.

A farmer deciding what to grow.
A woman deciding how to earn.
A weaver choosing to carry a craft forward.

These choices may look ordinary. But together, they shape something powerful: agency—the ability to shape your own future.

This 80th Independence Day, Grameen Sahara celebrates the people building that future every day, in ways both quiet and extraordinary.

15 August 2026 | Grameen Sahara

From 7 women at the table to 615 women farmers standing together. 🌱In 2016, Organic Bhumi began as a collective - A Mutu...
12/08/2026

From 7 women at the table to 615 women farmers standing together. 🌱

In 2016, Organic Bhumi began as a collective - A Mutual Benefit Trust (MBT). Today, its journey is a story of women who chose to organize, lead, learn and grow—together.

At the heart of this journey are 7 board members who carry the voices of 615 women farmers into decisions that shape their collective future.

Our story with Organic Bhumi is more than a board meeting. It is a moment to look back at how far the collective has come—and forward to everything these women are still building.

Because resilience is not simply about weathering difficult seasons.

It is about growing stronger together, season after season.

Since 2016, Grameen Sahara has been walking alongside this journey. 🌾

Assam is still facing one of the worst floods. 1.4 lakh+ people remain affected across 10 districts.Behind every number ...
11/08/2026

Assam is still facing one of the worst floods.

1.4 lakh+ people remain affected across 10 districts.

Behind every number are families trying to protect what remains, find shelter, and begin again.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has donated, contributed in kind, shared our appeal, and stood with us in this effort.

The need continues. So does our response.

7 August 2026. 🧵Some stories are written.Some are woven.At Dhanubhanga, Goalpara,we celebrated the women who keep that s...
10/08/2026

7 August 2026. 🧵

Some stories are written.
Some are woven.

At Dhanubhanga, Goalpara,
we celebrated the women who keep that story alive with Udyamini

800 rural women entrepreneurs.
800 journeys.
Countless threads of courage, craft and possibility.

Through , women don’t just carry tradition forward.
They weave the future with it.

Crisil Foundation’s helped weavers realised their dreams of weaving because sometimes,
all a dream needs is the right opportunity, the right support,
and access to finance at the grassroots.

This National Handloom Day,
we celebrate the hands that preserve heritage,
the women who turn craft into enterprise,
and the dreams that are finally finding their threads.

🧵 Innovation is strongest when it is rooted in tradition.On the occasion of National Handloom Day 2026, Grameen Sahara, ...
05/08/2026

🧵 Innovation is strongest when it is rooted in tradition.

On the occasion of National Handloom Day 2026, Grameen Sahara, under , brought together government officials, technology experts, designers, handloom entrepreneurs, and rural women weavers for a on "Weaving Innovation into Tradition."

The session explored how Assam's rich handloom heritage can thrive in today's changing world by embracing innovation while preserving its cultural identity.

We thank the distinguished speakers and everyone who joined us for this enriching discussion.

Together, we continue to celebrate the hands that weave our heritage and empower the communities that keep it alive.

05/08/2026

📢 We're Hiring | Join the Grameen Jyoti Academy - GJA Family! 🍎📚

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a meaningful impact through education?

Grameen Jyoti Academy, an institution of Grameen Sahara, is inviting applications for the position of Teacher (English).

📍 Position: Teacher (1 Vacancy)

Eligibility:
✔️ B.A./M.A. (English Honours) with B.Ed. (Mandatory)
✔️ 2–5 years of teaching experience

💼 Salary: Negotiable

If you're a dedicated educator committed to academic excellence and holistic student development, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]

03/08/2026

Every weave begins with a story.

As we mark National Handloom Week, we asked the women behind the loom one simple question:

"What does Taatxaal (Handloom Weaving) mean to you?"

Their answers weren't about fabric alone.

They spoke of identity. Of dignity. Of family. Of tradition passed down through generations.

For them, the loom is more than a livelihood—it is a way of life, a symbol of resilience, and a legacy they proudly carry forward.

This week, we celebrate not just the art of weaving, but the hands, hearts, and heritage that keep it alive.

🧵 Listen to their voices. Celebrate our weavers.

We are delighted to share a moment of immense pride for the Grameen Sahara family.Our Founder & Secretary, Sarat Chandra...
31/07/2026

We are delighted to share a moment of immense pride for the Grameen Sahara family.

Our Founder & Secretary, Sarat Chandra Das, has been conferred the prestigious title of Professor of Practice by Manipur International University-MIU during its Convocation Ceremony held at Yog Gurukul Asom, Guwahati.

The ceremony was graced by several eminent dignitaries, including the Vice Chancellor of Manipur International University, the former Vice Chancellor of Assam Agricultural University and current Director of ATARI, Rameswar Teli, the MLA of Palashbari, the President of Yog Gurukul Asom, and many other distinguished guests from academia, public service, and civil society.

This recognition reflects Mr. Das's unwavering commitment to rural development, sustainable livelihoods, community institution building, and empowering marginalized communities across Northeast India. Over the past three decades, his vision and leadership have inspired transformative initiatives that continue to create lasting social impact.

On behalf of the entire Grameen Sahara family, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to him on this well-deserved honour. We wish him continued strength and success in his journey of creating inclusive and sustainable development for communities.

A strong field team is the foundation of meaningful community impact. ✅ To strengthen implementation under the Mein Prag...
30/07/2026

A strong field team is the foundation of meaningful community impact. ✅

To strengthen implementation under the Mein Pragati Project, organized a three-day Training of Trainers ( ) programme brought together the Mein Pragati teams from Grameen Sahara , , and . The programme served as a platform for learning, collaboration, and building a shared vision for expanding financial inclusion at the grassroots.

The sessions focused on strengthening soft skills, motivation, understanding the project framework, roles and responsibilities, reporting systems, and orientation to the newly added districts and blocks. More importantly, it created a space for cross-learning among partner teams, enabling them to exchange experiences and strategies for effective community engagement.

As Mein Pragati enters its next phase, this collective effort will help ensure that women and communities in underserved areas receive stronger support to access financial services, build financial resilience, and make informed financial decisions.

When partnerships invest in people, communities benefit.

🧵 National Handloom Day 2026 Pre - Webinar | Weaving Innovation into TraditionWhat does the future of handloom look like...
29/07/2026

🧵 National Handloom Day 2026 Pre - Webinar | Weaving Innovation into Tradition

What does the future of handloom look like? Join us as we explore how innovation, technology, sustainable practices, and women-led enterprises are shaping the next chapter of India's handloom sector.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (IST)
🌐 Mode: Online & Offline
🗣️ Language: Assamese

Hear from leading experts on:

✨ Sustainable & Women-Led Handloom Enterprises
💻 Digital Transformation, Technology & Market Access
🎨 Design Diversification & Innovation for Modern Markets

🔗 Join us on Google Meet:
https://lnkd.in/d9yzkBt9

Let's celebrate National Handloom Day by embracing innovation while preserving the rich legacy of our weaving traditions.

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