When Santoshini Sahu’s world came crashing down, it didn’t come with a warning. The COVID-19 pandemic took her husband away, leaving her alone in the quiet village of Haldipali, Odisha, with two daughters staring up at her—hungry, scared, and looking for answers she didn’t have.
Just when giving up seemed like the only option, ABWCI walked into her life. They didn’t bring charity; they brought hope.
A brand-new sewing machine, raw materials, and financial support for her daughters’ education gave Santoshini something she hadn’t felt in months—a reason to fight. ABWCI didn’t just hand her tools; they believed in her.
With trembling hands, Santoshini began stitching again—not just fabric, but a future. From making small alterations to designing custom outfits, her work started earning ₹8,000–₹9,000 per month. For the first time, she saw smiles on her daughters’ faces that weren’t weighed down by worry.
Today, Santoshini is more than a tailor—she’s a businesswoman, a provider, and a role model. Her daughters are back in school, and her little shop is buzzing with orders. But more than that, her story whispers courage into the hearts of other women in her village who are ready to rise.
Santoshini’ s journey is proof that when women are empowered, families survive—and communities thrive. ABWCI didn’t just give her tools; they reignited her dreams. And today, Santoshini is stitching a better tomorrow—not just for her family, but for every woman who dares to believe in herself.
Would you like to be part of changing more lives like Santoshini’ s? Together, we can weave hope!
