Good rapport was built with the owners of rice mills and brick kilns. Gradually, they were sensitized on the existing legal provisions, the need for education of the children and to provide health facilities to the workers and their families. The children were enrolled in NFE classes conducted by us. Eventually, they were enrolled in government schools in the area. The women were sensitized on health and hygiene. Health camps were conducted and referrals made. Now, they are allowed to go out for medical treatment and other tasks. Day Care Centres (Balwadis) run by us cater to the children in the 0-6 age group.

The workers were enrolled in the Tamil Nadu Government Unorganized Workers’ Insurance Scheme which provides for monetary assistance for education, child birth, abortion, marriage and death. Compensation for minor injuries and fatal accidents is also given by the government under this scheme.

Our intervention has brought about a drastic change in the living and working conditions of these unorganized workers. The Owners’ Associations are extending their whole hearted cooperation to the activities and projects.