A.Parveen had migrated to Bangalore many years ago from a small town in Tamil Nadu. She has been building a life with her husband, along with raising two sons. Unfortunately, her husband is no longer with them, leaving her to shoulder the responsibilities of the family alone.
Parveen’s provisions store has been her source of income and the means to support her family. However, she has faced a significant challenge in fulfilling her wish to provide higher education for her younger son. The store’s revenue alone hadn’t been covering the expenses, and she has been yearning to contribute more efficiently towards her son’s education.
Then came the turning point in her life – the introduction to Pollinate Group. Encouraged by her children, Parveen has decided to join. Her approach has been innovative and thoughtful – she has placed a solar light in her shop, enabling her to keep it open for extended hours without an electric connection. This has attracted more customers due to extended hours and has allowed her to sell solar products while managing her regular job well.
With her micro-enterprise flourishing and her profits increasing, Parveen has found herself closer to her dream of supporting her son’s education. Despite the initial hardships of navigating life without her husband’s support, she has stood firm and unwavering in her commitment to her family’s well-being.
As she has been continuing her journey with Pollinate Group, Parveen has been gaining valuable training that has helped her quickly adapt to digital transactions. This has boosted her confidence further, and she has decided to install a UPI QR code in her shop, taking a step forward towards empowering herself and providing a more convenient shopping experience for her customers without relying solely on cash. This simple addition has boosted her sales and reduced the number of customers who have been borrowing and promising to repay later, ensuring a steady revenue for her store.
Her resilience and dedication have been an inspiration to her family and the community. Despite adversity, Parveen has been determined to secure a better future for her loved ones. Her elder son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter have been living with her, and she has been aspiring to contribute to her granddaughter’s education and well-being.
The impact of Pollinate Group on Parveen’s life has been beyond financial gains. As she has been contributing towards her son’s education and has been looking forward to supporting her granddaughter’s future, she embodies the true spirit of empowerment and self-reliance. It has instilled confidence, independence, and hope in her heart. With each step she has been taking in her journey, Parveen has been proving that with determination and the proper support, an individual can create a lasting difference in their own life and the lives of those they love.