Goats as a Lifeline:SEVAI

            Feeding Goats

*Goats as a Lifeline: How SEVAI Niruvanam is Empowering Landless Women in Thottiyapatty Village*

In Thottiyapatty village, goat rearing has emerged as a powerful lifeline for landless women striving for financial independence. With minimal investment and little space required, this livelihood activity fits seamlessly into their homes, offering quick returns and multiple benefits—from milk and meat to organic manure for small kitchen gardens. Supported by SEVAI Niruvanam, the project goes beyond simply distributing goats. Women receive hands-on training in goat selection, feed management, vaccinations, deworming, and maternity care, along with ongoing guidance from field staff and veterinary experts. Delivered through self-help groups, the initiative uses a revolving fund model: once a woman benefits and her goats breed, she passes on a kid to another woman, expanding the impact across the community. SEVAI Niruvanam also links the women to local markets, festivals, and government schemes for credit and livestock insurance, ensuring they get fair prices and financial security. The results are visible in Thottiyapatty—women now earn a steady monthly income, contribute to household expenses, invest in their children’s education, and have a stronger voice in family decisions. For these women, goats are not just animals; they are a source of dignity, resilience, and hope. Through this program, SEVAI Niruvanam is turning landless women into confident entrepreneurs who are shaping their own futures.