Empowering Underprivileged Women Through Free Fashion Education
NG Unique Education & Women Empowerment Social Welfare Society is a registered NGO in Belagavi, Karnataka, founded by Smt Veena Girish Jigajinni with a clear mission: no woman should be denied the opportunity to learn a skill, earn an income, and build an independent life simply because she cannot afford the training.
The NGO works as the social impact arm of the Anjan Institute ecosystem, providing completely free stitching and tailoring training to women from economically weaker sections, subsidised diploma programs for deserving candidates, and rural skill development camps that take training directly to villages across Belagavi district.
Through donor funding, CSR partnerships, and institutional support, we have helped hundreds of underprivileged women gain practical skills, find employment, start their own businesses, and transform not just their own lives but the futures of their families.
About NG Unique Education & Women Empowerment Social Welfare Society
NG Unique Education & Women Empowerment Social Welfare Society was established by Smt Veena Girish Jigajinni as the social responsibility extension of her work in fashion education. While running Anjan Institute of Fashion Design, she encountered a recurring and heartbreaking reality: many of the most talented and motivated women who approached the institute for training were unable to enrol because they could not afford even the most modest fees. These were women from below-poverty-line families, rural households, widows trying to rebuild their lives, and single mothers desperate to find a way to support their children.
The NGO was founded with the explicit purpose of serving these women — the ones the formal education system and the private training market had left behind. Registered as a social welfare society, it operates from the same premises as Anjan Institute, leveraging the institute's infrastructure, equipment, and faculty to deliver high-quality training at zero cost to eligible participants. This shared-resource model keeps overhead costs minimal and ensures that maximum funds go directly toward training more women.
The founding philosophy is straightforward: if a woman is willing to learn, her financial situation should never be the barrier. The NGO has since trained hundreds of women through its free and subsidised programs. Many of these women now earn steady incomes through tailoring, some have opened their own small stitching businesses, and others have gone on to pursue the full diploma program and become qualified fashion designers. The ripple effect is significant — when a woman earns, she educates her children, improves her family's nutrition and healthcare, and becomes a role model for other women in her community.
The NGO's work extends beyond the classroom. Through rural skill development camps, the organisation takes training directly into villages and talukas where women have no access to skill centres. Through its entrepreneurship support program, it mentors trained women as they take their first steps into self-employment. And through partnerships with corporates and CSR initiatives, it continuously expands its capacity to train more women every year.
Our Programs: Training That Transforms Lives
Each program is designed to meet women where they are — whether they need introductory skills, advanced training, or business mentorship.
1. Free Stitching & Tailoring Training
This is the flagship program of the NGO — a completely free training course that teaches fundamental stitching and tailoring skills to underprivileged women. Participants learn on professional sewing machines at the institute, using materials provided entirely free of cost. The program runs in structured batches, typically lasting one to three months depending on the skill level and learning pace of participants. By the end, each woman has the practical ability to take on basic tailoring orders, seek employment at garment shops, or start a small home-based stitching service. No fees, no hidden costs — just skills that lead to income.
2. Subsidised Diploma Program
For women who have completed the free training and wish to go further, or for those who want comprehensive fashion education but cannot afford the full fee, the NGO offers a subsidised diploma program. Under this scheme, a portion of the diploma fee is covered by the NGO through donor funds and CSR contributions, and the student pays a significantly reduced amount. This makes the full 12-month Advanced Diploma in Fashion Designing accessible to women who would otherwise never be able to afford it. Subsidised diploma students receive the same training, same certificate, and same earn-while-you-learn opportunity as regular students.
3. Rural Skill Development Camps
Recognising that many women in rural areas cannot travel to Belagavi city for training, the NGO conducts short-term skill development camps directly in villages and talukas across the district. These camps, typically lasting three to seven days, introduce rural women to basic stitching skills, familiarise them with sewing machines, and teach simple garment construction. More importantly, these camps serve as awareness programs, informing women about the full training opportunities available at the institute. Many participants of rural camps later enrol in the free training program or the subsidised diploma, having gained the confidence and exposure through the camp experience.
4. Women Entrepreneurship Support
Training alone is not enough if a woman does not know how to convert her skills into income. The NGO provides entrepreneurship support and mentorship to women who have completed their training and want to start their own tailoring businesses, boutiques, or home-based fashion services. This includes guidance on how to price their work fairly, how to find and retain customers, how to manage simple finances, and how to market their services locally. Smt Veena Jigajinni and the institute faculty personally mentor these aspiring entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the practical challenges of starting and running a small business.
The Impact We Have Created
Behind every number is a real woman whose life has changed. Here is a closer look at what our programs have achieved across Belagavi district and beyond.
Through free and subsidised programs combined
Across North Karnataka, South Maharashtra, and Goa
Running their own stitching and fashion businesses
Taking skills directly to villages and talukas
The true measure of our impact goes beyond numbers. It is seen in the woman who now pays her children's school fees with her tailoring income. It is seen in the widow who no longer depends on relatives for survival. It is seen in the rural girl who has become the first earner in her family. Every woman we train creates a ripple of positive change that extends far beyond her individual life.
Areas We Serve: Belagavi District Talukas
Our free training programs and rural camps cover women from across the talukas of Belagavi district.
Students and beneficiaries also come from neighbouring districts in Karnataka, as well as Kolhapur and Sangli in Maharashtra and parts of Goa.
CSR Partnership Opportunities
Partner with NG Unique Education & Women Empowerment Society to create lasting social impact through women's skill development. Every contribution directly translates into trained, empowered, and independent women.
Fund a Training Batch
Sponsor the complete training of a batch of 10 to 15 underprivileged women. This covers instructor time, materials, machine usage, and certification. Each batch transforms lives and creates self-sufficient women.
Donate Sewing Machines & Equipment
Contribute industrial sewing machines, aari embroidery frames, cutting tables, or other fashion production equipment. More machines mean more women can be trained simultaneously, increasing our throughput and impact.
Sponsor Training Materials
Fund the purchase of fabric, thread, needles, patterns, and other consumable materials used during training. These materials are essential for practical learning and need regular replenishment as new batches begin.
Support Rural Camps
Fund outreach camps in rural talukas where trainers travel to villages, set up temporary training centres, and introduce women to basic stitching skills. These camps are often the first step that brings rural women into the skill development pipeline.
Why Partner With Us?
- Direct, measurable impact — every rupee goes toward training real women with real outcomes you can track and report.
- Tax benefits — CSR contributions are eligible for tax benefits under applicable Indian regulations.
- Proven track record — over 10 years of operations, 800+ women trained, and a sustainable model that has demonstrated results.
- Transparent reporting — we provide detailed progress reports on how your contribution has been utilised and the outcomes achieved.
- Flexible partnership models — from one-time donations to ongoing batch sponsorships, we work with your CSR budget and timeline.
How to Apply for Free Training
Applying for our free training program is simple. Follow these steps to begin your journey toward financial independence.
Contact Us
Call +91 96632 38710, send a WhatsApp message, or visit our institute at Sachidanand Krupa Building, Goaves, Belagavi.
Eligibility Discussion
Our team will discuss your background and circumstances to determine if you qualify for the free training program or the subsidised diploma.
Document Submission
Submit supporting documents such as a ration card, income certificate, or community certificate as applicable for eligibility verification.
Batch Allocation
Once eligibility is confirmed, you will be assigned to the next available training batch. Batch sizes are small to ensure personal attention.
Begin Training
Attend classes at the institute, learn practical skills on professional equipment, and start your journey toward financial independence.
Volunteer With Us
You do not need to be a fashion expert to make a difference. There are many ways individuals can contribute their time and skills to our mission.
Teaching Assistance
Help our trainers during free training batches by assisting students with basic stitching, cutting, and machine operation.
Rural Camp Support
Assist in organising and conducting skill development camps in rural areas — help with logistics, student coordination, and training support.
Business Mentorship
If you have business experience, mentor trained women as they start their own tailoring or fashion businesses. Guide them on pricing, marketing, and customer management.
Digital Skills Training
Help women learn basic digital skills — using WhatsApp for business, creating social media pages for their work, or managing online orders.
Fundraising Support
Help us reach more donors, write grant applications, or organise fundraising events to expand our free training programs.
Spread Awareness
Share our work with your network, write about us, or connect us with organisations that could support our mission through CSR or grants.
Interested in volunteering? Contact us to learn how you can contribute.
Contact Us to VolunteerFrequently Asked Questions About Our NGO Programs
Find answers to common questions about free training, eligibility, CSR partnerships, and certificates.
Is the fashion design training really free at NG Unique Education NGO?
Who qualifies for free training at the NGO?
How do I apply for free fashion training?
Can my company partner with the NGO for CSR?
What skills are taught in the free training programs?
Do free training students also get certificates?
Ready to Create Lasting Social Impact?
Whether you are a corporate looking for meaningful CSR opportunities, an individual wanting to donate or volunteer, or a woman seeking free training — we would love to hear from you. Together, we can empower more women and transform more lives.