Why Join Us
- Gain valuable skills and professional growth opportunities.
- Support the creation of violence-free workplaces for women workers.
- Contribute to shaping policies that uphold women’s rights and needs.
- Help build a better future for women in the workforce.
- Strengthen civil society organizations for broader social impact.
Thozhi Federation Tamil Nadu
Thozhi informally networks the NGOs to support women workers in district-specific industries like shoe, match, textile, garment, cashew, betel nut, and rice mills across 13 districts in Tamil Nadu.
"Thozhi," which sounds feminine and means comradeship or friendship, perfectly embodies the spirit of unity and support that defines our organization. Since 2014, Thozhi has informally initiated efforts by networking NGOs to facilitate women workers in district-specific industries and workplaces such as the shoe industry, match industry, migrant worker sectors, textile industry, garments, cashew, betel nut, and rice mill industries. Our aim has always been to improve the working conditions and rights of women in these sectors. In January 2024, with the support of the Dhwani Foundation, Thozhi was officially registered under the Society’s Registration Act of Tamil Nadu, 1975, becoming Thozhi Federation. Our federation is based in Dharmapuri and focuses on strengthening 100 member organizations. We aim to equip …
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Latest Programs
Women Rights Awareness Program
We provide education and advocacy to help women understand and exercise their rights, ensuring they receive fair treatment and protection under the law.
Organizational Development Skills
THOZHI FEDERATION is committed to enhance the organizational development skills of our 100 members. We provide training and resources to help them grow as leaders and advocates, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to support and uplift working women.
Interactive Workshops
The interactive workshops organized by Thozhi Federation are integral to our mission of empowering women workers in the unorganized sector. These workshops are designed to be engaging, participatory, and practical, providing women with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to improve their working conditions and advocate for their rights. Our workshops cover a wide range of topics, tailored to the needs of women in various industries such as textiles, garments, shoe manufacturing, match production, and more.
Latest Events
Thozhi Secretariate Team Participate Pathang Project Oreientation Meeting
Thozhi Zonal Resource Team Meeting
Thozhi Federation Organized Zonal Resource Team Orientation and Quarterly Plan Meeting
Thozhi Federation 1st Quarter Executive Committee Meeting held at Yercaud on 19th May 2026
Our Impact
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Women were enhanced with capacity building on Women rights
