Fields do a lot more than grow food.

They are empowering women, fighting malnutrition, and building financial independence.

And with Naseem Shaikh, all you need to achieve this, is 1 acre of land. For over a decade, through the 1 Acre Model, Naseem has trained over 2 lakh women in climate-resilient farming, turning small patches of land into sources of food security and income.

Now, with 500 villages across Maharashtra, women are growing 36 diverse crops in just 1 acre each, ensuring they and their families eat well—even in droughts or floods.

From being farmers, to entrepreneurs and decision-makers, these women are taking control of their futures, all because of Naseem Shaikh, CEO, Swayam Shikshan Prayog – SSP.

#ShesTheChange This project was supported through BetterIndiaNow and The Gates Foundation