Mahiti Trust has been at the forefront of creating self-reliant and sustainable village-level institutions (VLIs) that address the diverse needs of rural communities. With over 555+ VLIs established across Bhal region, these grassroots bodies are transforming how communities manage their resources, finances, and development priorities. Operating across domains such as financial inclusion, health, education, natural resource management, and social justice, VLIs play a vital role in reducing debt, improving food security, and enhancing livelihoods. Mahiti Trust supports these institutions through continuous capacity-building, including hands-on training, exposure visits, and linkages with government and financial systems—ensuring they lead with knowledge and confidence.
Formed 555+ women’s savings and credit groups across 150+ villages in Dholera, Dholka, Dhandhuka, Bhavnagar, Barwala, Vallabhipur, and Ghogha.
Established two regional Women’s Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies with 11,700+ women members and an annual turnover of over ₹25+ million enabling economic independence at scale.
Strengthened local governance through 90 Village Water & Sanitation Committees and 30 Watershed Management Committees.
Promoted child protection and gender equity by forming 153 Village Child Protection Committees and 113 Adolescent Girls' Groups under UNICEF-supported initiatives.
Trained 4,000+ farmers in organic farming, certified under APEDA, across 36+ villages.
Developed 14 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) with NABARD’s support, boosting collective marketing and Agri-entrepreneurship.
Built a strong village health network by training 105 Women Health Workers (WHWs) and 130 Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) to deliver primary healthcare and safe birthing services.
