Smt. Shalini Aravind Prabhu, is the driving force behind this initiative. She grew up in abject poverty yet pursued her education and against all odds completed her 12th grade topping her class. She couldn’t pursue college education and instead dedicated herself to raise a family with her husband Mr. K V Aravind Prabhu. A firm believer in the transformative power of education, she steadfastly ensured that her children received the best possible education.

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Despite their humble beginnings in Kannada-medium government schools, Shalini Prabhu’s children pursued higher education — Ajay Prabhu earning a PhD in the United States, Ajit Prabhu completing his double master’s in the United States and Avinash Prabhu, MD and FRCS in United Kingdom. Their success is a testament to their mother’s belief that education is the true path to success. She instilled in them the values of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Her unwavering commitment to education led to her sons’ remarkable achievements.

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Shalini Prabhu dedicates much of her time to encouraging deserving children and women to pursue their dreams through education, hard work and perseverance.

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Shalini Prabhu Women Empowerment Assistantship is a practical initiative aimed at empowering women through skill development, financial assistance, and entrepreneurial support. This scheme, launched in 2024, aspires to uplift deserving women by providing them with the necessary tools to become self-reliant and financially independent. The program focuses on enabling women to achieve economic success, ensuring they not only support themselves but also contribute meaningfully to society.

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Shalini Prabhu Women Empowerment Assistantship is more than just a scheme; it is a movement to break barriers and create lasting societal change. By empowering women, fostering entrepreneurship, and reinforcing the value of education, this initiative aims to uplift generations to come. Expectation from beneficiaries is simple yet powerful: “Pay it forward”. Women who benefit from this initiative are encouraged to support and mentor future aspirants, ensuring a continuous cycle of empowerment and progress.

 

Objectives of the Scheme:

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1. Monetary assistance for deserving women entrepreneurs

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2. Skill development: providing vocational training and industry-specific skills to enhance employability. 3. Entrepreneurial support: mentorship programs and helping them sustain small businesses through market access and financial literacy. 4. Community upliftment through the ‘Pay It Forward’ model. Encouraging beneficiaries to mentor and support the next set of women entrepreneurs. Creating self-sustaining networks of empowered women who continue the cycle of development.