Nirmala's journey - From vulnerability to Independence.

When Nirmala came to the Shoshana Sewing centre in Vijayawada, her parents worried about her future. Having suffered from polio, she struggled to walk and faced limited opportunties. They joined her in Shoshana's free sewing training, hoping it would help her become independent. Nirmala worked hard, learned the skill and gained a source of strength and security.

After marriage, her husbands' alcoholism left her carrying much of the responsibility for their family and two sons. The sewing skills she had learned at Shoshana stood by her. Nirmala began sewing for people in her community and gradually built her confidence and customers. Today she runs a small tailoring shop from her home, supporting her family through her work.

Her story shows how practical training can provide self-reliance, dignity and hope. A skill in her hands became a strength no one could take away.

This is the transformation Shoshana sewing centre hopes to create-giving women the confidence and ability to build better futures for themselves and their families.

In my recent visit to the Sewing project along with Ms.Silke we happened to visit Nirmala and I am happy to share her story to everyone. This is possible only with our loyal donors. Big thanks to all of them.