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Welcome to Mahalaxmi Mahila Mandal

Nurturing dignity, independence, and opportunity for women and girls.

About Us

Mahalaxmi Mahila Mandal, established in 2005–06 under the Government of Karnataka, is a registered NGO based in Belgaum district. The organization is dedicated to empowering women from marginalized and disadvantaged communities. Through education, skill development, and livelihood opportunities, it works to promote dignity, independence, and self-reliance among women and adolescent girls. With a rights-based and community-focused approach, Mahalaxmi Mahila Mandal continues to create pathways for sustainable growth and empowerment.

To create a just and inclusive society where every woman is empowered with education, skills, and equal opportunities to live a life of dignity, independence, and self-respect.

Vision

To empower women and girls through accessible education, skill training, capacity building, and sustainable livelihood programs, enabling them to become change agents in their families and communities.

Mission

Equity

Empowerment

Transparency practices

Sustainability

Partnership

Values

What We Do

Skill Development & Training: Equipping women with tailoring, sewing machine operation, carpentry, and other vocational skills.
Livelihood Creation: Supporting women to start small businesses or find suitable employment.
Education & Awareness: Conducting sessions on health, hygiene, gender rights, and financial literacy.
Community Engagement: Building leadership and decision-making capacity among women and adolescent girls.

Our values
at work

Our work is guided by five strong values:

Empowerment – Building self-reliance and confidence.
Equity – Ensuring equal opportunities for all women.
Transparency – Maintaining accountability and ethical practices.
Sustainability – Creating long-term, lasting impact.
Partnership – Collaborating with government, CSR, and communities for greater reach

Why We Stand Out

Skill Training & Development

We provide hands-on training in practical skills that open doors to new opportunities. Our programs are designed to be simple, effective, and tailored to each woman’s potential. With every session, participants gain not just skills, but the confidence to step into a brighter future.

Support & Resources

We don’t stop at training—we equip women with the tools, guidance, and networks they need to succeed. From job placement assistance to entrepreneurial guidance, we make sure every woman has a strong foundation to achieve her dreams.

Empowerment & Impact

Our mission is to create lasting change. Empowered women can uplift their families, transform communities, and inspire the next generation. By walking with them every step of the way, we turn ambition into action and dreams into reality.

Our Projects

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SAMARTHA

Sewing Machine Operator Training Program IImplemented with the support of KSTIDCL, Government of India, this program trains women in industrial garment production. It includes certified training, industrial machine handling, and soft skills, while also connecting women to employment opportunities in garment industries.

TAILORING TRAINING PROGRAM

CSR InitiativeFunded by the Infosys Foundation, this project provides free tailoring training to underprivileged women. The initiative also integrates financial literacy, marketing skills, and free sewing machines. Women are encouraged to set up home- based tailoring units or small businesses.

PM VISHWAKARMA SCHEME

Supported by Rooman Technologies, this scheme offers hands-on training in traditional skills such as tailoring, carpentry, and floral artistry. Women are given toolkits for each trade and guided towards self-employment and entrepreneurship.