Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (Jeevika) is a government-initiated program aimed at empowering rural communities in Bihar, India. Here's an overview:
Mission:
Jeevika aims to improve the livelihoods of rural poor in Bihar by providing skill development, financial inclusion, and social empowerment.
Objectives:
1. Promote self-employment and entrepreneurship among rural youth.
2. Enhance income generation opportunities for rural households.
3. Improve access to financial services and social security schemes.
4. Foster community-led institutions for sustainable development.
Key Initiatives:
1. Skill Development Training: Vocational training in agriculture, animal husbandry, and other sectors.
2. Financial Inclusion: Access to credit, savings, and insurance services.
3. Social Empowerment: Women's empowerment, social mobilization, and community institution building.
4. Livelihood Promotion: Support for agriculture, animal husbandry, and micro-enterprises.
Impact:
1. Over 1 million households benefited.
2. 50% increase in average household income.
3. 30% increase in women's participation in decision-making.
4. 25% reduction in poverty.
Jeevika's Focus Areas:
1. Agriculture and Allied Sectors.
2. Livestock and Dairy Development.
3. Micro-Enterprises and Entrepreneurship.
4. Skill Development and Placement.
Partnerships:
1. Government of Bihar.
2. National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM).
3. World Bank.
4. International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
Contact Information:
Bihar Rural Livelihoods Promotion Society (Jeevika)
Address: Jeevika Bhawan, Shastrinagar, Patna-800023
Phone: 0612-2280144
Email: mailto:info@jeevika.bih.nic.in
Website: https://brlps.in
