Sabala is committed to the empowerment of women and works tirelessly on issues affecting women and girls. We believe that educating a woman strengthens her family and community. Our initiatives address gender discrimination, girl child education, the Devadasi system, access to finance, skill development, and managerial training. We advocate for women’s ownership and control of resources, recognizing that true empowerment comes when women can manage and benefit from what they own. Currently, only 13% of women own property, and we encourage participation through women’s organizations such as Self-Help Groups, cooperative societies, and farmer producer companies to promote decision-making, group economic activities, and profit sharing. Understanding the challenges in rural areas, where families often undervalue girl child education, only 8% of Dalit girls and 12% of minority girls pursue higher education, Sabala motivates families to prioritize education for their daughters. Our current focus includes skill development, livelihood enhancement, and supporting rural artisans to build sustainable income and self-reliance.
An integrated approach to build a equitable and empowered society
OUR VISION
To empower women of marginalized community by organizing their own societies, developing leadership quality and creating opportunities for sustainable livelihood.
OUR MISSION
Educate, organize and develop unorganized sector with focus on women for sustainable development.
Writer's Workshop
Writer's workshop was organised for new women writers to express their feelings, to change the discrimination in the society.
Sabala Puraskar 2024
Sabala Puraskar Award was started from 2024, to encourage Women achievers from Karnataka. Two Women acheivers were chosen, for the award consisting of rs 25000. B Jayashree, Padmashree awardee and Sabhia Bhoomi Gowda ,former vice Chancellor of Karnataka state from Akka Mahadevi women university Vijayapura received the honor.
Encouraging Traditional Artisans
Sabala encouraging traditional artisans to earn their livelihood in old age, sitting in their home. Sabala works with 150 traditional artisans.
Encouraging Traditional Artisans
Sabala encouraging traditional artisans to earn their livelihood in old age, sitting in their home. Sabala works with 150 traditional artisans.
North Karnataka Acheivers Award
North Karnataka Achievers award event was held by Kannada prabha, Kannada news paper and Suvarna News 18
Suvarna Mahotsava Award Event
Suvarna Mahotsava Award was awarded to Mallamma Yalawar, secretary Sabala organisation by Govt. Of Karnataka. Rs 100000 cash and momento,honoured by chief minister of Karnataka was given.
Promoting Handicrafts and Collaboration
In March, Sabala held several events to promote handicraft knowledge and collaboration. Mallamma Yalawar, the secretary of Sabala, conducted entrepreneurship training for village artisans on March 23rd. Additionally, an artisans group from Sabala hosted an exposure visit to discuss craft and initiation. Finally, the RLHP organization team from Mysore visited Sabala.
Gulbarga Women's Group Visit Sabala Handicrafts Centre
On March 22nd, 2024, a women's group from Gulbarga journeyed to Sabala Handicrafts Centre. This visit fostered cultural exchange as the Gulbarga women interacted with the centre's artisans and staff. They likely exchanged knowledge about handicraft techniques and the empowering role Sabala plays in supporting its craftswomen. This cross-pollination of ideas could spark inspiration and collaboration, potentially creating a stronger network of women artisans across the region
Design Workshop Empowers Lambani Women
At the end of February, Mallamma Yalawar organized a design workshop that benefited 15 women from different Lambani Tandas. The workshop provided valuable skills and knowledge, empowering participants to enhance their craft and improve their livelihoods.
Celebrating 200 Years of Kittur Rani Chennamma’s Fight Against the British
On February 21, 2024, we celebrated the 200th anniversary of Kittur Rani Chennamma's fight against the British. The event was organized by women's groups from across India, with Sabala as one of the key organizers. From Vijayapura, 23 women participated, joining others to honor Chennamma's legacy and her role in India's history.
Highlighting Handicrafts and Women's Empowerment: A Visit to Sabala
Dr. Gayatri and Dr. Sunandamma, from the Karnataka State Women's University, visited Sabala on February 20th to understand our sandal-making and women's empowerment initiatives. They even interviewed Mallamma Yalawar, a craftswoman. Their visit is featured in Hosatu magazine.
Celebrating International Women's Day in Udupi
International Women's Day was celebrated in Udupi, with Sabala being one of the organizers of the state-level program. Eminent women leaders were invited to speak on women's rights and the challenges women face in this decade. The event highlighted important issues and inspired attendees with powerful messages of empowerment and resilience.
Cultural Exchange: Empowering the Lambani Community
On December 22, 2023, tourists visited our Lambani group to learn about our culture and understand our needs for development. This cultural exchange provided valuable insights for both parties, fostering mutual understanding and potential collaborations for the community's growth and preservation of its heritage.
Creating Awareness for Women in Black
We celebrated Women in Black by standing on the road with placards and banners to raise public awareness. This demonstration aimed to highlight important issues related to women's rights and encourage the community to take action for a more equitable society.
One-Day Awareness Program on Artisans Producer Company
On September 20, 2023, a one-day awareness program on Artisans Producer Company (APO) was organized at the Sabala Campus. Mallamma Yalawar and an MSME officer from Gulbarga spoke about the need for APOs and their importance. The event aimed to educate participants on how APOs can empower artisans, promote sustainable practices, and enhance economic opportunities for local communities.
One-Day Awareness Program on Artisans Producer Company
On September 20, 2023, a one-day awareness program on Artisans Producer Company (APO) was organized at the Sabala Campus. Mallamma Yalawar and an MSME officer from Gulbarga spoke about the need for APOs and their importance. The event aimed to educate participants on how APOs can empower artisans, promote sustainable practices, and enhance economic opportunities for local communities.
Empowering Minds: A Journey of Personal Growth and Empowerment
Memory updated Title: Empowering Minds: A Journey of Personal Growth and Empowerment The Department of Home Science and Department of Commerce of BLDEA's SBS Arts, Commerce and Science College for Women, Vijayapur, in collaboration with SABALA, Vijayapur, organized a Special Lecture on "PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT AND CAPACITY BUILDING" on May 8, 2023, at 9:00 am in SABALA Campus. Dr. Rama Venkatachalem, HOD Commerce and Coordinator, Centre for Women Entrepreneur (CWE), St. Mira's College For Girls, Pune, was the Resource Person. Dr. Netra Neelam, Director, Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, Pune, also shared her life experiences to motivate the students. Dr. Mallamma Yalawar, CEO, SABALA, Vijaypur, and Dr. R M Mirdhe were also present. Approximately 25 students benefited and were motivated by this event.
Design development workshop
The design development workshop, supported by NABARD Bangalore, engaged 20 women and 3 men for 15 days, resulting in the creation of 30 designs. Despite initial agitation, a NABARD officer inaugurated the event, highlighting its significance and success.
Distribution of Face Mask to District Police at Vijayapur
We Distributed 500 face masks to district police at Vijayapur on 16.June.2020
Distribution of PPE kits at Belagavi,Yadagiri, Vijayapur and Raichur Districts
Sabala Distributed 300 pieces of PPEs to the doctors and health support at Belagavi,Yadagiri, Vijayapur and Raichur Districts on 08.JUNE.2020.We need to stand by the doctors and other front-line health service providers who are offering humanitarian service to people in the trying times and its our small effort.
Distribution of Grocery kits at 28 Villages on 25-MAY-2020
Sabala distributed 1550 Grocery kits to poor people at Chikkodi,Lingasugur,Kakhandki, Kavital, Sattigeri, Shivanagi like we reached 28 villages.
Celebration of International Women's Day at Vijayapur
We celebrated international women's day at Vijayapur District. So far 1500 women's were participated in the program and we also organized craft exhibition in that same day. DSP Laxminarayan were chief guest of our program and District officer were present in the program.
Women Empowerment through digital Literacy
This program started in Feb 2019 and 116 Internet Saathis were appointed, 436 villages are selected to train 82,000 women. By the end of March 28,000 women were trained on the use of the internet and its benefits. This program is supported by Google and Tata Trusts.
Science Education Project
As per the project objectives and agreement with Siemens Gamesa under CSR Project Sabala has implemented Little Scientist Programme at Babaleshwar Site which consists 5 villages. They are Babaleshwar, Kakhandaki, Tonshyal, Karajol and Mulawad. Sabala has appointed separate staff and volunteers as agreed and implemented the activities from Jan 2019 to Mar 31st 2019. Sabala has identified 32 schools from 5 project area villages. We have shortlisted 10 Govt schools and 68 children for 5 days workshop. We have taken confidence of Block Education officers from Bagewadi and Bijapur and school headmasters.
Skill Training Program and Design Development
Embroidery training at Advi Sangapur was conducted for 20 women for 2 months. The training program was successful as all the women are now working with Sabala. The products that this group works on are exported through Sabala handicrafts. Footwear Design Development – A design development was undertaken at Athani with a group of master artisans. 20 New designs in footwear were developed.
Community Toilets for Women-Karjol Village Dist.Vijayapura
Sabala has constructed toilets in Tonshyal village govt school campus. 5 toilets for girls and 2 for boys and 3 urinals for both Girls and Boys respectively. Children and teachers took responsibility for maintenance. Before starting construction awareness program was organized with the help of 2 village panchayat 16 community toilets were constructed at Karjol village for women. It is an open area and women can use limited water. It is a dry toilet no maintenance.
Siemens Gamesa Soccer League Program in Babaleshwar and Rona Site
The program was started in Abbigeri and Babaleshwar site, Karnataka. It is in the initial stage, Students were selected for Football coaching, age group of under 10,13 and 15 Age. Girls were selected only under 15 age. So far 75 Girls were selected and 225 boys in Babaleshwar site. So far in Abbigeri site, 135 boys were selected.
Dr. Mallamma S. Yalawar
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Ms. Iramma patil
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Ms. Laxmi Balagond
President
Ms. Mahananda Chandargi
Voice President
Ms. Maitra G. Patil
Treasurer
Ms. Sharada V. Tulasigeri
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Mr. Jeevan Vare, Project Coordinator
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Mr. Shreekant Nandi, Field Coordinator
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Mr.Siddaram Buttanavar, Project Coordinator
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Ms. Laxmi Natikar, Field Coordinator
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Ms. Laxmi Garule, Field Coordinator
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