Celebration Of Empowerment

Project Activities
Project Activities
Competitions
Workshops
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“Reveal Your Talent,” was a product competition held across centers to recognize the best graduates of the WE project for their creation of the
highest quality products, as well as provided them opportunities to interact with local, national and international buyers. The first step of the
center wide competition was a selection process, conducted at each center during the month of February, 2014. More than 200 graduates
participated in the competition. Through their interaction with expert judges, participants learned to improve the quality of their creations,
new fashion designs and styles, and better color combinations. The final round of the competition was held during the Milestone 4 Event with
the presence of national and international experts. Competition participants received special sessions with handicrafts and quality experts
who provided further guidance in a variety of areas such as marketing, expanding enterprises, and design tips.
Special workshops were held at the centers on a variety of topics relevant to the interests and needs of the participants: financial literacy,
health and hygiene, personality development, etc. Amrita University’s parent organization, MA MATH, attracts a wide array of influential people
from around the world, mostly drawn to the organization for its unwavering commitment to social service. The WE Project has benefited
from several international and domestic leaders who have graciously held workshops for WE participants. Global entrepreneurs, Hollywood
actresses, social activists, teachers, trainers, doctors, and others have added another level of quality and recognition to the WE Project.
Undefeated World-champion boxer, Hollywood actress and renowned activist and Women Empowerment speaker Lucia Rijker joined the WE team for a special discussion session at the Paripally
Center on overcoming obstacles to follow your dreams and basic self-defense. Nearly 50 women and young girls were inspired to take more control in their lives and grew in self-confidence.
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