Skill Training Workshop for Women & Girls in Lucknow

Skill Training Workshop for Women & Girls in Lucknow: Empowering Through Horticulture & Food Processing

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – The AMU Old Boys’ Association, Lucknow, in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture and Food Processing, U.P., successfully organized a Skill Training Workshop for Women & Girls aimed at promoting women empowerment, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities in horticulture and food processing.

This initiative focused on providing hands-on training to women and girls, enabling them to acquire practical skills that can help them start small-scale food processing units, explore horticulture-based businesses, and contribute to local economic growth.

Key Highlights of the Skill Training Workshop

Practical Learning Sessions: Participants received step-by-step training on food preservation techniques, fruit & vegetable processing, and value-added horticulture products.
Entrepreneurship Development: Expert speakers guided attendees on starting a business, government support schemes, and low-cost marketing strategies for rural and urban markets.
Nutritional & Quality Awareness: Emphasis was placed on producing healthy, hygienic, and nutritious food products with proper packaging.
Certification for Participants: Each trainee was awarded a certificate of completion, enhancing their employability and credibility in the market.

Impact on Women Empowerment in Lucknow

Workshops like this play a vital role in economic empowerment of women, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. By combining horticulture skills with food processing techniques, women can generate sustainable income and promote the use of locally grown produce.

Collaboration for Sustainable Growth

The joint effort of the AMU Old Boys’ Association, Lucknow and the Department of Horticulture and Food Processing, U.P. demonstrates the power of community partnerships in promoting skill development. The event received positive feedback from both participants and trainers, with many attendees expressing interest in starting home-based food businesses.

About the Organizers

AMU Old Boys’ Association, Lucknow – A community-driven organization dedicated to education, skill development, and social empowerment.
Department of Horticulture and Food Processing, U.P. – A government body working to promote horticulture, food preservation, and agro-based entrepreneurship in the state.