Our Programmes

Shashwat Trust, Junnar works alongside tribal and dam-affected communities to build sustainable livelihoods and improve everyday life. Our programmes bring together agriculture, women’s empowerment, healthcare, community support and environmental initiatives. Explore our projects to learn how local participation and partnerships help create opportunities for lasting change.

Agriculture and Livelihoods

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Community Fishing and Fish Rearing

Supporting tribal families around Dimbhe Dam through cooperative fishing, practical training, shared resources and organised access to buyers.

Dairy Farming

Helping tribal farming families earn regular income through local dairy enterprises, milk collection facilities and practical animal-care support.

Floriculture

Helping tribal farmers earn additional income after the rice harvest through flower cultivation, practical training and collective market access.

Hirda Collection and Processing

Helping tribal farmers earn better returns from hirda through collective collection, processing, practical training and stronger market connections.

Natural Honey Collection

Supporting local families through the collection, packaging and sale of forest honey, with women’s self-help groups connecting produce to markets.

Orchard Development

Helping farming families grow mango orchards to supplement agricultural income while nurturing trees and supporting the local environment.

Clean Energy and Environment

We help rural households adopt cleaner cooking solutions through improved stoves and biogas plants, reducing firewood dependence and making better use of local resources. Our upcoming river conservation initiative will connect environmental protection with community participation and local livelihoods.

Biogas for Rural Households

Turning cattle dung into cooking fuel and organic manure, helping farming families reduce firewood dependence and support sustainable agriculture.

Clean Cooking - Smokeless Stoves

Helping tribal women cook with less smoke, save firewood and gain more time for their families and livelihoods.

River Conservation

Working towards cleaner rivers and healthier river ecosystems through community participation, environmental conservation and support for local livelihoods.

Solar Energy Project

Helping tribal farmers access reliable irrigation through solar energy, grow diverse crops, and improve their families’ livelihoods.

Health and Community Support

We work with tribal and dam-affected families to improve access to healthcare, essential documents, government benefits and rehabilitation support. Through health camps, community awareness and individual assistance, we help families address barriers affecting their well-being and everyday opportunities.

Katkari Community Support

Supporting displaced families, particularly the Katkari community, with access to rehabilitation, housing, education, essential documents and livelihood opportunities.

Health Camps

Bringing health check-ups, eye care and treatment support closer to tribal communities facing limited access to essential medical services.

Social Awareness and Documentation Support

Helping tribal families understand their rights, update essential records and access opportunities through practical guidance and community awareness.

Women’s Empowerment and Skills

We support tribal women through self-help groups, collective savings and practical skill development. Training and opportunities to participate in local enterprises and sales events help women build confidence, explore income sources and contribute to household and community decisions.

Savitri Tribal Girls’ Hostel

Supporting tribal girls’ education through accommodation, learning assistance and personal care near schools and colleges in Dimbhe and Ghodegaon.

Project status: Discontinued

Women’s Self-Help Groups

Supporting tribal women through collective savings, practical skills and livelihood opportunities that strengthen their participation in household and community decisions.