Meghalaya Partners with The/Nudge Institute for Vulnerable Households' Livelihood Development

The Government of Meghalaya has partnered with The/Nudge Institute to develop the livelihoods of 50,000 vulnerable households in the state, focusing on single mothers. This initiative aims to enhance social and financial inclusion, promote livelihoods, and establish social protection frameworks through community support and technology-driven monitoring.

The Government of Meghalaya has entered a landmark partnership with The/Nudge Institute aimed at developing the livelihoods of 50,000 of the state's most vulnerable households. A particular focus will be placed on assisting single mothers, targeting areas such as social and financial inclusion, livelihood promotion, and social protection.

Under this collaboration, the Meghalaya government and The/Nudge Institute will provide comprehensive handholding and livelihood coaching for the poorest households via a dedicated community cadre. They will also establish social protection frameworks facilitated by departmental convergence and technology-based monitoring and decision-making tools.

The announcement was made during the North-East Conclave on September 27th in Shillong, co-hosted by the Meghalaya State Rural Livelihoods Society and The/Nudge Institute. The conclave, themed 'Strengthening Ecosystem for the Development of the Most Excluded and Poorest of the Poor,' featured insights from various states, highlighting collaborative efforts for livelihood development in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)