Prabhavana aims to work along with its members in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka for the production and marketing of utility products developed from jute and allied fibers. Each state will function under a coordinator working in close cooperation with all the cooperative society producer members. The governing council of the Prabhavana and its secretariat will perform all the statutory, planning, strategy, procurement, design, supply chain, and marketing functions. The Prabhavan along with the state coordinators will work together to achieve business objectives in line with the vision and mission of the organization.
“PRABHAVANA" means Light or Creation in Sanskrit and also refers to "Good Work" in scriptures of Jainism.
Naari to ‘Naara’ yani, here, we love that Naara is Natural Fibre
Our Prabahavana is India's first multi-state women's cooperative society in Jute and allied fibers
We strive to deliver socially responsible and sustainable products, which are handcrafted by specially trained artisans.
A Innovative product to meet technical requirements in the field of GEO technical engineering
Potential application areas of jute GEO textile
Jute Agro textile - It has wide scope for uses, in the fields of agriculture, horticuture, and forestry
Traditionally used as a packaging of food grains.
Deepa is a passionate technopreneur focused on social development initiatives and women’s empowerment. She has over 16 years of experience in the social development sector, working with reputed NGOs. She is a graduate in commerce from Osmania University and an MBA (finance) from Nagarjuna University.
"To have been associated with the conceptualisation, establishment and development of Prabhavana Multi State Women’s Cooperative Society for Jute and Allied Fibres has been a most satisfying, and gratifying, experience. I was quite agreeably surprised when a group of enterprising and enthusiastic ladies approach me a few years ago, requesting my support for the idea. Surprised because they had, apparently, trawled my name, from the Internet, and noted my interest in the Cooperative Movement. The concept of generating employment for women, and doing it in an eco-friendly manner, appealed to me immensely. Ever since then, under the leadership, and guidance, of Deepa Dhurjati, the organisation has been growing by leaps and bounds. It has overcome considerable hurdles, and made a promising beginning, in substituting plastic with jute, in places of worship. Prabhavana has not only diversified its activities, but also expanded its coverage, to include transgender persons, a most commendable development. It is indeed noteworthy that the society has started a website. I deem an honour and a privileged to have been asked to contribute a comment on this occasion. I have great pleasure in wishing Deepa, her team and Prabhavana, the very best of everything in the future!"
"Transgender community on India have historically been excluded from the mainstream community. Often ridiculed, humiliated, and excluded from pursuing a life of dignity and respect. Prabhavana has taken the initiative to include the transgender community in the mainstream building relevant skills for the marketplace and making them feel valued and respected. This initiative is a game changer on driving the much needed social transformation of the marginalized communities. I deeply commend Deepa and team for driving this initiative with commitment, passion and purpose. "Dr. Satish Raghavendran PhD (US)", Senior corporate executive located in USA"
"Really it is great achievement to your organisation within period of 4 years after overcoming obstacles, on your way while gaining experience you are developing website to make your PRABHAVANA globally elevated. At this happiest moment, Iam wishing you the strength and preseverance to overcome any obstacles in your way. Life is full of challenges, but I know that you and your PRABHAVANA Cooperative organisation have what it takes to overcome them. With strength, perseverance, determination, your organisation can conquer anything that comes your way. Remember to stay focused, stay positive, and never lose sight of your goals. Your prabhavana cooperative organisation is capable of achieving greatness and become a model cooperative organisation in the world. Best of luck to you and your team."
"Well. I feel that I have contributed some thing by conducting election to the management to an ideal organisation with shrewd leadership, qualitative entrepreneurship and hardworking members. I foresee a bright future to the organisation and it's members with prosperity and longevity. The future will be yours. Wish the management all the best."
"I am writing to express my utmost gratitude and admiration for the exceptional services provided by Prabhavana Women Multi State Cooperative Society. It is first women’s multi state cooperative society in Jute and Allied fibres in India. I had the privilege of witnessing first hand the positive impact this organization has had in generating livelihood using Jute Eco friendly products not only for women folks but also for transgender community. Prabhavana Women Multi State Cooperative Society stands out for its unwavering commitment in empowering women economically and socially. Through their various initiatives and programs, they have been creating opportunities for women from diverse backgrounds to thrive and succeed. Running a cooperative society is undoubtedly a challenging task, fraught with multiple hiccups and obstacles along the way. However, the team leaders Ms Deepa the Founder & President, Ms JayaShri and Ms Kartiki and others at Prabhavana have shown remarkable resilience, hard work, consistent planning, and adept management in overcoming these challenges. Their determination and dedication to their cause have been truly inspiring, serving as a beacon of hope for other communities. I wish the corporates, various depts and other businesses firms do forge good partnership with Prabhanava in creating demand for Eco friendly Jute bags and many other diversified products from Agro mulching to various Technical Textiles for bringing a sustained livelihood generation. These efforts and contributions are noteworthy and should go long way in bringing sustainability, women's empowerment, and community development. I am confident that they will continue to make a positive impact ahead. To @Team Prabhavana, All the best wishes from Arvind kumar, Ex-Secretary & CEO, National Jute Board, Ministry of Textiles, Govt of India"
"A lot of good wishes to Prabhavana Multi State Womens Cooperative Society for its relentless efforts for Socio-economic development of women artisans and uplifting social status of Transgenders in Telengana. This Siciety by honoring its social accountability is promoting and making availability of eco -friendly jute based finished products in its surrounding society. Praying a grand success and bright prosperity / growth of all group members of Prabhavana."
"Prabhavana means Light, creation, good work. True to its name Prabhavana epitomizes imparting skills, showing the path of light to transgenders, identifying and skilling the marginalized members of the society, encouraging those with aptitude into trainers. In this endeavor Prabhavana has reached a large number of transgenders, those rescued from human trafficking & other women to earn a livelihood. Besides the good work through Bala Narayana Seva, in providing nutritious breakfast to under privilege children. Had the opportunity to witness the idea of Prabhavana cooperative society since 2019.Its journey through the years of difficult times and were overcome is really amazing. Working with jute and creating innovative products is a challenge. Passion with which Prabhavana is focusing to make the society understand the benefits of moving away from plastic is commendable. The desire, intense and selfless efforts in this direction by Ms. Deepa, Ms. Jayasri & Ms. Karthivenkatesh has been indeed commendable. Through this letter I express my deep regards to them for their yeomen service and entrepreneurship."
With Best Wishes,
We at Prabhavana are always enthusiastic about new projects and programs. It will be our greatest privilege to collaborate with you to create a bigger impact on society.
Prabhavana Social Activities
VOCATIONAL TRAINING
Jute Skill Development Training to under privileged women, HIV positive women, rural women.
SUPPORT & COUNSELLING
Moral support and counseling to women / transgenders on self-confidence, employment, and skills.
CHARITY ACTIVITIES
AWARENESS PROGRAMS
This will aim at motivating the school and college students - the future decision making citizens of India, to shift towards using more eco-friendly products in their daily life, prabhavana brings save the earth from Pollution.
Prabhavana's core objective is to bring the awareness among women to upgrade skills.
It is important for women to identify themselves with self confidence & esteem. The confident smile on the faces of women is the measurement of their empowerment. Skills development is a key to success which improves productivity, employability and earning opportunities. It is the bridge between job and work force.