Last Updated on August 19, 2023 by IGNOU Forum
SWADHAR Greh is a government-funded scheme in India that provides shelter and rehabilitation services for women in difficult circumstances, such as those who are homeless, victims of domestic violence, or have been abandoned by their families. The program aims to empower these women and help them become self-sufficient by providing them with vocational training, health care, and other support services.
Objectives of SWADHAR Greh
The objectives of the SWADHAR Greh scheme are to:
- Provide shelter and rehabilitation services to women in difficult circumstances
- Empower these women and help them become self-sufficient
- Provide vocational training, education, and skill development opportunities
- Provide healthcare and counseling services
- Help these women to access government schemes and services
- Promote their participation in the development process
- Helping women to reintegrate into mainstream society
- provide legal and financial aid, and
- provide a safe and secure environment for these women.
BENEFICIARIES of SWADHAR Greh
The beneficiaries of the SWADHAR Greh scheme are women who are in difficult circumstances such as:
- Homeless women
- Women who have been abandoned by their families
- Women who are victims of domestic violence
- Women who are in conflict with the law
- Women who are in distress due to various reasons including mental or physical abuse
- Women who are in need of immediate assistance and protection
- Women who are in need of long-term rehabilitation
- Women who are in need of a safe and secure environment.
- It is a government-funded scheme, which is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in partnership with State Governments and other organizations.
IMPLEMENTING AGENCIES
The SWADHAR Greh scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) in partnership with State Governments and other organizations. The MWCD is the nodal Ministry for the scheme at the national level and is responsible for the overall coordination and monitoring of the scheme. The State Governments are responsible for the implementation of the scheme at the state level and they nominate the implementing agencies.
The implementing agencies for the SWADHAR Greh scheme are:
- State Governments and Union Territory Administrations
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
- Voluntary Organizations (VOs)
- Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
- Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs)
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Trusts
- Societies
- Individuals
These agencies must be registered and should have experience in working with women in difficult circumstances. They are responsible for the day-to-day management of the SWADHAR Greh homes, and for providing the required services and support to the beneficiaries.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA of SWADHAR Greh
The eligibility criteria for the SWADHAR Greh scheme are:
- Women who are in difficult circumstances such as being homeless, abandoned by their families, victims of domestic violence, in conflict with the law, or in distress due to various reasons including mental or physical abuse.
- Women who are in need of immediate assistance and protection.
- Women who are in need of long-term rehabilitation.
- Women who are in need of a safe and secure environment
- Women who are not in a position to avail benefits under any other existing Government schemes
- The age limit is generally 18 years and above, but in some cases, it may vary based on the state.
- Women with children and pregnant women are also eligible to avail the benefits under this scheme.
It’s important to note that the eligibility criteria may vary depending on the state government policies, and the implementing agencies may have their own specific criteria for selection of beneficiaries.
In general, the selection of beneficiaries is done by the implementing agencies in consultation with the local authorities, and based on the need and vulnerability of the women.
FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions about the SWADHAR Greh scheme:
What is the SWADHAR Greh scheme?
SWADHAR Greh is a government-funded scheme in India that provides shelter and rehabilitation services for women in difficult circumstances, such as those who are homeless, victims of domestic violence, or have been abandoned by their families.
What are the objectives of the SWADHAR Greh scheme?
The objectives of the SWADHAR Greh scheme are to provide shelter and rehabilitation services, empower women and help them become self-sufficient, provide vocational training, education, and skill development opportunities, provide healthcare and counseling services, help women access government schemes and services, promote their participation in the development process, and provide a safe and secure environment for these women.
Who are the beneficiaries of the scheme?
The beneficiaries of the SWADHAR Greh scheme are women who are in difficult circumstances such as being homeless, abandoned by their families, victims of domestic violence, in conflict with the law, or in distress due to various reasons including mental or physical abuse.
Who implements the SWADHAR Greh scheme?
The SWADHAR Greh scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in partnership with State Governments and other organizations such as Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Voluntary Organizations (VOs), Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Trusts, Societies, and Individuals.
What are the eligibility criteria for the SWADHAR Greh scheme?
The eligibility criteria for the SWADHAR Greh scheme are: women who are in difficult circumstances such as being homeless, abandoned by their families, victims of domestic violence, in conflict with the law, or in distress due to various reasons including mental or physical abuse. Women who are in need of immediate assistance and protection and women who are not in a position to avail benefits under any other existing Government schemes, the age limit is generally 18 years and above, but in some cases, it may vary based on the state.
How can I apply for the scheme?
The selection of beneficiaries is done by the implementing agencies in consultation with the local authorities, and based on the need and vulnerability of the women. You can contact the nearest implementing agency or the State Government’s women and child development department to inquire about the application process and the required documents.