Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # FWWB | Friends of Women's World Banking, India ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://fwwbindia.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Reflection and Learning Workshop](https://fwwbindia.org/reflection-and-learning-workshop/) - Reflection and Learning Workshop - - [Beyond Grants: What Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments Mean for Not-for-Profit Organisations](https://fwwbindia.org/beyond-grants-what-zero-coupon-zero-principal-instruments-mean-for-not-for-profit-organisations/) - Beyond Grants: What Zero Coupon Zero Principal Instruments Mean for Not-for-Profit Organisations - On 27 May 2026, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs rewrote a small but consequential line in India’s CSR rules. Companies can now route part of their Corporate Social Responsibility spending into Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments issued by non-profits on the Social Stock Exchange. It is the first time India’s CSR framework and its - [Navigating El Niño: Strengthening Farmers and Producer Organisations for Climate Resilience and Risk Management](https://fwwbindia.org/navigating-el-nino/) - Navigating El Niño: Strengthening Farmers and Producer Organisations for Climate Resilience and Risk Management - As climate change reshapes weather patterns across the globe, Indian agriculture is entering an era of greater uncertainty. With forecasts indicating a possible El Niño in 2026, the discussion is no longer limited to whether rainfall will be adequate. It is increasingly about how prepared farmers are to cope with unpredictable climatic conditions.For millions of - [Strengthening Farmer-Producer Organisations Through Blended Finance](https://fwwbindia.org/strengthening-farmer-producer-organisations-through-blended-finance/) - Strengthening Farmer-Producer Organisations Through Blended Finance - Farmer-Producer Organisations (FPOs) are widely regarded as a powerful vehicle for improving the livelihoods of small and marginal farmers. By aggregating produce, strengthening collective bargaining power and facilitating improved access to markets, FPOs can significantly enhance income stability. However, despite their potential, many early-stage FPOs struggle to transition into viable, market-oriented enterprises.At the heart of - [“The Role of Rural Women in Building Self-Reliant FPOs for Agricultural Transformation.”](https://fwwbindia.org/the-role-of-rural-women-in-building-self-reliant-fpos-for-agricultural-transformation/) - “The Role of Rural Women in Building Self-Reliant FPOs for Agricultural Transformation.” - We are excited to announce the speakers for our upcoming webinar, “The Role of Rural Women in Building Self-Reliant FPOs for Agricultural Transformation.” Joining us is B Sivarani, CEO of Veerapandy Kalanjia Jeevidam Producer Company Limited, a distinguished rural development leader with over three decades of experience in women’s empowerment, livelihoods, and the development of - [FWWB Celebrates its 44th Foundation Day](https://fwwbindia.org/fwwb-celebrates-its-44th-foundation-day/) - FWWB Celebrates its 44th Foundation Day - FWWB marked its 44th Foundation Day with a field-based celebration, reinforcing its strong connection with the communities it serves. The team visited the field in Malavada near Dholka to commemorate the occasion and was warmly welcomed by women members, local leaders, and other community stakeholders, reflecting the trust and goodwill built over the years. As - [From Participation to Power: What State-Level Consultations Reveal About Women in Farmer-Producer Organisations](https://fwwbindia.org/from-participation-to-power-what-state-level-consultations-reveal-about-women-in-farmer-producer-organisations/) - From Participation to Power: What State-Level Consultations Reveal About Women in Farmer-Producer Organisations - Across India’s rural landscape, women form the backbone of agriculture. They sow seeds, manage livestock, conserve soil, save seeds, and sustain household food systems. Yet despite this central role, their influence within agricultural institutions and markets remains limited.Recognising this gap, Friends of Women’s World Banking (FWWB) has been working with women farmers, collectives, and rural - [Building Transparent, Women-Led Dairy Systems | Chhafa Farmer Producer Company (FPC)](https://fwwbindia.org/building-transparent-women-led-dairy-systems-chhafa-farmer-producer-company-fpc/) - Building Transparent, Women-Led Dairy Systems | Chhafa Farmer Producer Company (FPC) - CATALYSING CHANGE IN RURAL MAHARASHTRATHE CONTEXTIn Narla village, Maharashtra, agriculture has become increasingly uncertain. Erratic rainfall, prolonged dry spells, and rising temperatures have destabilised traditional cropping systems.For small and marginal farmers, particularly women, livelihood security has steadily eroded. Women contribute extensively to agriculture and livestock rearing.Yet their labour remains informal, undervalued, and excluded from structured - [Women's leadership in the climate change movement](https://fwwbindia.org/womens-leadership-in-the-climate-change-movement/) - Women’s leadership in the climate change movement - How does women’s leadership address climate change?Climate change is a pressing global challenge with severe social, economic, and environmental impacts. In India, the effects are deeply felt across rural and urban landscapes, with frequent droughts, floods, and record heatwaves altering ecosystems and livelihoods. Among those most affected are women, who endure the most because of - [Seeds of Change: How Women Preserve Indigenous Seeds for a Changing Climate](https://fwwbindia.org/seeds-of-change-how-women-preserve-indigenous-seeds-for-a-changing-climate/) - Seeds of Change: How Women Preserve Indigenous Seeds for a Changing Climate - As India grapples with an increasingly unpredictable climate – erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, rising temperatures – agriculture faces mounting stress. Non-conventional hybrid) Seeds introduced during the Green Revolution are increasingly proving fragile under these changing conditions. In contrast, indigenous seed varieties – traditional landraces of millets, pulses, rice, and vegetables – offer resilience, adaptability, and - [Empowering Women for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture in India](https://fwwbindia.org/empowering-women-for-climate-resilient-and-sustainable-agriculture-in-india/) - Empowering Women for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture in India - India faces a critical moment due to its reliance on agriculture and the growing pressures of climate change. With unpredictable rainfall, rising temperatures, and unstable cropping systems, the effects of climate change are increasingly evident on agricultural lands, particularly impacting women. Women are the backbone of Indian agriculture, contributing significantly to food systems, biodiversity, and - [Green Economy and Viksit Bharat: Aligning Growth with Decarbonisation](https://fwwbindia.org/green-economy-and-viksit-bharat/) - Green Economy and Viksit Bharat: Aligning Growth with Decarbonisation - India has set its eyes on becoming a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, the year when our nation will celebrate 100 years of independence. This vision is not just about economic growth-it is about creating a country where every citizen, whether rural or urban, male or female, has the opportunity to live with dignity, - [Naari Network Inauguration](https://fwwbindia.org/naari-network-inauguration/) - Naari Network Inauguration - FWWB has stepped on another milestone as we have initiated & inaugurated the Naari Network Excellence Centre under Project Excel (A CSR initiative of Nayara Energy Ltd) at Mithoi in Khambhalia, Gujarat today. The centre was inaugurated by Kum H P Joshi, Additional Collector and Director, DRDA, who delivered an inspiring address encouraging women to - [📢National Consultation | Expression of Interest](https://fwwbindia.org/📢national-consultation-expression-of-interest/) - 📢National Consultation | Expression of Interest - We invite interested participants to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and join conversations aimed at fostering collaboration and creating equitable impact. Interested participants are invited to fill this form: https://forms.gle/ZnBUacta7a4rUuCn7 Please note: This is an invite-only event. Submission of the EOI does not confirm participation. 📩 For queries:Saumit Das | saumit.das@fwwbindia.org - [Friends of Women’s World Banking (FWWB) invites you to a thought-provoking webinar on topic: AgriTech: Do Women Have the Right to Access?](https://fwwbindia.org/friends-of-womens-world-banking-fwwb-invites-you-to-a-thought-provoking-webinar-on-topic-agritech-do-women-have-the-right-to-access/) - Friends of Women’s World Banking (FWWB) invites you to a thought-provoking webinar on topic: AgriTech: Do Women Have the Right to Access? - Topic: AgriTech: Do Women Have the Right to Access?Date: November 7, 2025Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM (IST)Platform: Zoom This session will explore whether AgriTech innovations are truly accessible to women farmers and examine the systemic barriers to equal participation.The discussion will feature: An AgriTech leader, sharing insights on innovations and challenges A gender perspective, highlighting - [Let there be Light](https://fwwbindia.org/let-there-be-light/) - Let there be Light - - [Impact of COVID-19 on FWWB’s Partner Organisations](https://fwwbindia.org/impact-of-covid-19-on-fwwbs-partner-organisations/) - Impact of COVID-19 on FWWB’s Partner Organisations - - [HSBC Publication](https://fwwbindia.org/hsbc-publication/) - HSBC Publication - - [Handful of Rice](https://fwwbindia.org/handful-of-rice/) - Handful of Rice - - [Viji Fondly Remembered](https://fwwbindia.org/viji-fondly-remembered/) - Viji Fondly Remembered - - [A workshop for master trainers](https://fwwbindia.org/a-workshop-for-master-trainers/) - A workshop for master trainers - At Friends of Women's World Banking, we embrace the profound impact of investing in our field staff—the driving force behind our mission to ignite change and empowerment across the communities we serve. Recently, we convened a two-day training workshop for our master trainers, driven by a singular mission: to elevate, inspire, and arm those at ## Pages - [FWWB | Friends of Women's World Banking, India](https://fwwbindia.org/) - FWWB | Empowering Millions of Indian Women. Read Their Stories Get Involved Empowering Millions of Indian Women. Read Their Stories Get Involved Core focus... - [Careers](https://fwwbindia.org/careers/) - Careers - Explore career opportunities at FWWB India and join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact. 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