About us
The Silk Moth Trails
The Silkmoth Trails is dedicated to empowering communities through innovative, sustainable development. Our mission is to enhance the livelihoods of villages while preserving their ecological balance and cultural heritage. By working collaboratively with local residents, we create opportunities that foster skill development and economic growth, all while respecting traditional values and promoting sustainability. Together, we strive to drive positive social and economic change, ensuring that progress harmoniously aligns with the community’s identity and environmental stewardship.
OBJECTIVES
Create Socio-Economic Reforms
Policy Development: Advocate for policies that promote equitable economic growth, access to education, and healthcare.
Economic Diversification: Encourage investment in various sectors to reduce dependency on a single industry.
Community Engagement: Involve local communities in the decision-making process to ensure reforms meet their needs.
Retain Dying Skills, Traditions, and Culture
Documentation and Preservation: Record traditional skills and cultural practices through digital media and archives.
Cultural Programs: Organize festivals, workshops, and exhibitions to celebrate and teach traditional crafts.
Support Artisans: Provide financial and marketing support to artisans and cultural practitioners.
Create Better Opportunities in Relation to Eco-Tourism
Eco-Tourism Development: Develop eco-friendly tourist attractions that highlight local culture and natural beauty.
Training Programs: Train locals in hospitality, guiding, and eco-tourism management.
Partnerships: Collaborate with eco-tourism companies and organizations to promote and sustain tourism initiatives
Overcome Topographic Disadvantages
Infrastructure Investment: Improve transportation, communication, and utility infrastructure to better connect remote areas.
Technology Integration: Utilize technology like drones and satellite mapping to address topographic challenges.
Sustainable Practices: Implement sustainable land management and building practices suited to the topography.
Manifest Energy in Development of Infrastructure
Renewable Energy Projects: Invest in solar, wind, and hydro energy projects to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Smart Infrastructure: Incorporate smart technologies into infrastructure projects for better efficiency and maintenance.
Public-Private Partnerships: Leverage partnerships to fund and implement infrastructure projects.
Create New Prospects of Employment Through Skills
Vocational Training: Develop and expand vocational training centers to provide skills relevant to the local economy.
Entrepreneurship Support: Offer grants, loans, and mentorship for small business start-ups.
Job Placement Services: Create platforms to connect job seekers with employers and job opportunities.
Boost Sustainable Livelihood
Agro-Ecological Practices: Promote sustainable agricultural practices that improve productivity while protecting the environment.
Resource Management: Implement strategies for managing natural resources sustainably.
Community-Based Projects: Support projects that generate income and improve living standards within communities.
Support Women to Enhance Their Knowledge and Skills
Education and Training Programs: Offer educational and vocational training specifically tailored for women.
Leadership Development: Create opportunities for women to take on leadership roles in various sectors.
Support Networks: Establish networks and support systems for women entrepreneurs and professionals.
Community-Based Development
Participatory Planning: Engage community members in the planning and implementation of development projects.
Local Capacity Building: Strengthen local institutions and organizations to manage and sustain development initiatives.
Resource Allocation: Ensure that resources and benefits from development projects are equitably distributed.
Awareness on Climate Change and Impacts on Lives
Educational Campaigns: Run awareness campaigns on the effects of climate change and practical adaptation measures.
Community Workshops: Hold workshops to educate communities on sustainable practices and climate resilience.
Policy Advocacy: Advocate for policies and practices that address climate change impacts and promote environmental protection.
Mentoring Youths for Better Livelihood
Mentorship Programs: Establish mentorship programs that connect young people with experienced professionals in various fields.
Career Counseling: Provide career guidance and planning resources to help youth make informed decisions about their futures.
Skill Development: Offer training and development programs to enhance the skills and employability of young people.
Latest Events
Dwisa Grongani Fest 2023
“Dwisa Grongani”a festival to be held on the 4th and 5th of November in the village of Uttar Rongagora, Sonitpur district of Assam. A forest village in the foothills of Eastern Himalayas connecting to the Nameri Tiger Reserve Forest, located near the township of Tezpur of Assam is an event to be held for the first time in commemoration of the two residential tribes of Rongagora,Tarabari Assam living together in the fringe village since the initiation of inhabiting the village. The two residential tribes are Bodo and Garo. The word “Dwisa” is derived from the Bodo language which means ‘river’ and the word “Grongani” is ‘to meet’ in Garo. The name of the festival thus derives to “Dwisa Grongani” translates to ‘where the river meets’.
What We Serve
Showcase the Village
Promote the village’s scenic beauty and rustic lifestyle through a global platform.
Support Sustainable Livelihood
Ensure that the project enhances, rather than disrupts, the village's traditional practices and ecological balance.
Promote Skills and Products
Highlight and market the unique skills and products of the villagers.
Encourage Eco-Tourism
Foster a form of tourism that respects and maintains the village’s natural and cultural environment
Create Opportunities
Develop economic and developmental opportunities for the local inhabitants while maintaining their cultural heritage.
Economic Diversification: Encourage investment in various sectors to reduce dependency on a single industry.