Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP)
Career Forum, worked with Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), to execute the Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) — a comprehensive entrepreneurship and skill development training program for tribal artisans and micro-entrepreneurs across the Northeast region. This flagship initiative, sponsored by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has successfully trained 2,782 tribal beneficiaries in various sectors and job roles, including food processing, bakery, pickle making, handloom, mushroom cultivation, traditional needle and stitches, and beekeeping, empowering them with the skills and knowledge needed for sustainable livelihoods.
Export-Oriented Skills for Handloom Weavers
Career Forum, worked with the Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), to execute the Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP Export Led) — a focused export-oriented skill development program for handloom weavers in Assam and Manipur. The program has trained 500 tribal weavers, enhancing their weaving techniques, product design, quality standards, and understanding of international market requirements. This initiative has empowered artisans with the skills and knowledge needed to expand their reach to global markets and achieve sustainable livelihoods while preserving traditional handloom heritage.
Training on Bamboo Stick & Raw Agarbatti Making
Career Forum successfully implemented a training program on Bamboo Stick and Raw Agarbatti Making with Charcoal and Its By-products, organized by NECBDC and sponsored by the Ministry of DoNER. The program equipped participants with practical skills in bamboo stick production, raw batti making, and effective utilization of charcoal by-products, enabling them to generate sustainable livelihoods, explore entrepreneurial opportunities, and gain confidence in managing small-scale businesses. Beneficiaries benefited by acquiring hands-on technical skills, creating avenues for self-employment, improving income potential, and contributing to resource-efficient and environmentally sustainable practices in their communities.
National ST-SC Hub(NSSH) Training Programe
Career Forum worked in a training program under the National SC/ST Hub (NSSH) in collaboration with the National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC), in Manipur. The program was specifically designed to promote skill development and enhance livelihood opportunities among SC/ST communities. Under the Handloom Enterprisers job role, participants received extensive hands-on training in handloom techniques, design development, production planning, and quality control. Alongside technical skills, the program also focused on entrepreneurship development, including guidance on business management, marketing strategies, and financial literacy. By equipping beneficiaries with both practical expertise and business knowledge, the program enabled them to establish sustainable income-generating ventures, strengthen their economic independence, and move towards long-term self-reliance. The initiative not only fostered individual growth but also contributed to the preservation and promotion of traditional handloom crafts in the region.
National ST-SC Hub(NSSH) Training Programe
Career Forum successfully executed a training program under the National SC/ST Hub (NSSH) in collaboration with the NEHHDC, across Meghalaya and Nagaland. The initiative was aimed at enhancing skill development and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for SC/ST communities. A total of 240 candidates participated in the program and were trained under the Creative Broom Making and Garment Maker job roles, receiving comprehensive hands-on instruction in practical techniques, design development, production planning, and quality control. Beyond technical skills, the program emphasized entrepreneurship development, offering guidance on business management, marketing strategies, and financial literacy. By equipping beneficiaries with both practical expertise and entrepreneurial knowledge, the program enabled them to establish income-generating ventures, strengthen economic independence, and move towards long-term self-reliance. In addition, the initiative contributed to the preservation and promotion of traditional crafts, fostering personal growth and community development across the region.
Community Awareness Program
Career Forum successfully conducted a community awareness program for the local population in collaboration with Nehru Yuva Kendra, Diphu. The program aimed to educate and engage the community on important social, educational, and livelihood-related issues, fostering awareness and encouraging active participation among the local residents.
