Mr. Rajasekar, Women Empowerment Project Coordinator participated in the 55th Development Dynamics Course (DDC) held from 21 November to 8 December 2025 at Sannidhi, Shimoga, organized by Caritas India. The programme brought together 32 participants from Bolivia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and India, creating a rich intercultural learning environment. The course covered a wide range of thematic areas including Catholic Social Teachings, Social Analysis and Context, an exposure visit to SHGs of SMSSS, and comprehensive training on Project Proposal Development, Result Frameworks, Logical Framework Matrix, and Budgeting. Participants also received inputs on Community Disaster Risk Reduction, Team Management, Safeguarding and its Seven Standards, SAMRUDI, and Integral Ecology and Climate Resilience. The learning experience was further enriched through group discussions, activities, cultural programmes, and a one-day excursion, fostering collaboration and mutual learning. Overall, the course provided a meaningful platform for participants to strengthen their knowledge and skills, enabling them to plan strategically, work towards their goals, and contribute effectively to long-term organisational and community sustainability.


