Meet Jayashree – A Story of Determination
At 35 years old, Jayashree Shyaam Shinde from Vaibhav Nagar, Wadi, Nagpur, has transformed her life through sheer perseverance and skill-building.
Living in a rental apartment with her husband, an auto driver, and their two daughters, Jayashree always had an entrepreneurial spirit but lacked the confidence to use her skills for income.
“I had learned basic stitching before marriage, but I never thought I could earn from it.”
The Turning Point – Aroha Training Center
In 2019, financial struggles pushed Jayashree to seek opportunities to support her family. She discovered the Aroha Training Center in Wadi and enrolled to enhance her stitching skills.
Through the training, she:
👗 Mastered blouse and designer clothing stitching
🧵 Gained confidence to take custom orders
💰 Turned her passion into a steady source of income
From Learning to Earning
Determined to create a better future for her children, Bharti turned to Aroha-HCLF’s Wadi Training Center. Enrolling in their baby wear training program, she received not just specialized sewing training but also emotional support and a sense of community—both crucial in her healing process.
Turning Skill into Sustenance
As Jayashree’s skills improved, she started receiving more stitching orders. Her breakthrough came when she joined ‘Udaan,’ a savings group, where she:
💡 Learned financial management
📊 Became the group’s treasurer
🛍️ Saved enough to buy a jack machine, boosting her efficiency
Today, Jayashree earns ₹6,000-7,000 per month, helping her family while growing her business.
A Digital Dream – Teaching Stitching Online
Bharti’s transformation goes beyond financial stability. The supportive environment at Aroha-HCLF Wadi Training Center has given her:
- Confidence to face challenges
- Courage to build a secure future
- Motivation to keep striving for success
Her work is not just a source of income—it is a symbol of resilience, proving that even in the face of unimaginable hardships, determination can light the way forward.
A Story of Strength, A Future of Hope
Jayashree is now looking ahead to her next goal:
🎥 Launching a YouTube channel to teach stitching to others
💻 Using digital literacy to expand her reach
👩👧👧 Ensuring a bright future for her daughters
An Inspiration for Women Entrepreneurs
Jayashree’s journey from self-doubt to financial independence highlights the power of skill-building and perseverance. With the right support, she has proven that women can transform their lives and uplift their families.
💪 Her story is a beacon of hope for many aspiring women entrepreneurs!
