Blog | Auroville Village Action Group

Transforming Banking for Women: A Collaborative Success Story

On the 27th of September, 2023, a collaborative effort between AVAG, a dedicated Bank Manager from India Bank,Vivek Maurya, and an official from the Block Development Office Mukya Sevika - Egalvalli came to fruition. This event served as a pivotal moment, offering a chance to bridge the banking disparities that women in the region have long endured through constructive dialogue and actionable change.

Breaking Barriers: AVAG's Women's Sports Competition Empowers Marginalized Women to Achieve Greatness

The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as the women's sports competition kicked off. These women, who come from marginalized backgrounds, were filled with excitement and pride as they prepared for the events ahead.

Spreading Joy through Art: AVAG Distributes Art Materials to 2900 Children in Government Schools

As an organisation genuinely interested in the overall development of the communities, especially children, AVAG took part in the initiative of Auroville Press to distribute a coloring storybook for around 2900 students studying in 24 government schools in our area. The excitement in the air was palpable as the AVAG team arrived with boxes of supplies, eager to share the joy of creativity with young minds.

News from AVAL , a social enterprise mentored by AVAG

'A brand by women for the benefit of women' - AVAL is a social enterprise that is making a positive difference in the lives of marginalised women. The brand is by women, for the benefit of women, and its mission is to empower women from diverse backgrounds through skill development in tailoring and crocheting, to enhance their quality of life.

Celebrating Budding Artists

The initiative to provide art supplies to around 3000 students studying in government schools during the pandemic was driven by a desire to support the mental and emotional well-being of young people during a challenging time.