Self-Help Group Movement

The Self-Help Group (SHG) movement is a community-based approach where individuals, often from marginalized groups, come together to voluntarily support each other’s social and economic development. These groups typically organize around common goals such as saving money, providing micro-loans, or sharing knowledge and skills to improve their livelihoods. By pooling resources and collective effort, members gain financial independence, confidence, and social empowerment. This movement promotes grassroots participation, encourages self-reliance, and helps reduce poverty and social exclusion through collaborative action.