A one-day training on “Strengthening of State Level Federation (SLF)” was organized at SMSSS, Shivamogga on 17th September 2025, with the active participation of 43 representatives from partner organizations. The training highlighted the concept and significance of SLFs as collective platforms working at the state level to strengthen grassroots initiatives and amplify community voices. Sessions covered the core functions of SLFs such as advocacy, networking, capacity building, and promoting access to government schemes, along with the importance of self-management, transparency, and accountability in organizational processes. Participants also reflected on the roles and responsibilities of leaders in mobilizing communities, building linkages, and ensuring sustainability of federations. The programme enabled members to gain clarity, share experiences, and commit themselves to strengthening SLFs as vehicles of empowerment and social change.
