Evergreen Self Help Group – Nongspung

Women-Led Waste Management and Recycling for Livelihood in Nongspung A Village in Ri Bhoi District of Meghalaya

Vision Statement

To empower the women of Nongspung A by creating sustainable livelihoods through the production of eco-friendly bamboo and areca leaf products, while preserving traditional craftsmanship and promoting environmental responsibility.

Mission Statement

Economic Empowerment

To generate consistent income opportunities for rural women through skill-based and sustainable manufacturing.

Eco-Conscious Production

To reduce plastic use by offering biodegradable alternatives such as bamboo spoons and areca leaf tableware.

Member details of Active Self Help Group

	Name	Designation	Age	Mobile Number
1	Nomili Marak	President	37	69014-83936
2	Newjish Sangma	Secretary	45	60267-07631
3	Rebika Sangma	Treasurer	29	80114-33390
4	Monalisa Sangma	Book Keeping	30	87932-06883
5	Anula Marak	Member	45	80996-19456
6	Jethmoni Marak	Member	50
7	Lushia Sangma	Member	35	60001-75542
8	Jugitha Marak	Member	45
9	Selina Marak	Member	38	93946-87250
10	Grelitha Marak	Member	40

Capacity Building

To provide members with skill development, financial literacy, and leadership training for long-term self-sufficiency.

Market Linkages

To establish both local and national marketing channels for product distribution and brand visibility.

Community Development

To reinvest profits into community welfare projects such as education, health, and sanitation. . .

Product Focus

Objectives

Empower tribal women by creating sustainable livelihoods from waste management.
Establish a decentralized system of waste segregation and recycling within the village.
Promote cleanliness, health, and hygiene through awareness and behavior change.
Convert waste into wealth by producing re-cycled and up-cycled products

Types of Waste to be Managed

Recycling and Livelihood Opportunities

Composting – from biodegradable waste (to be sold as organic manure)
Plastic & Paper Recycling – up-cycled into eco-bricks, bags, mats
Cloth Reuse – making reusable sanitary pads, carry bags
Artisan Products – decor items, baskets using waste materials

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