TAC Artisan Tags | Wall Art | 2025

Beneficiary: Ms. Urmila Kanwar / सुश्री उर्मिला
Age: 19 years
Village: Kansingh ki Seed, Rajasthan
Partner Organization: WomenServe (with TAC Livelihoods Project)
Implementing Partner: Local2Global

Background

Urmila Kanwar, 19, comes from a close-knit, hardworking family in Kansingh ki Seed. She lives with her parents, three sisters, and one brother. Her father runs a small shop, while her mother manages the household and assists with farm chores. All her siblings are pursuing education, and the family aspires to a better future together.

Growing up, Urmila learned responsibility and perseverance early. She balanced school with household duties, helping her mother and supporting her younger siblings. Despite limited opportunities for girls in her village, she completed her 12th standard, showing determination and a commitment to personal growth.

Skills and Craftsmanship

Urmila’s Craftsmanship:

Urmila’s journey into Wall Art began when she joined the TAC Center in Kansingh ki Seed. The center provided structured training, mentorship, and guidance, helping her transform her innate creativity into professional skills.

She learned to combine traditional art forms with modern techniques, creating intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and meaningful motifs. Her work reflects both her cultural heritage and personal artistic expression.

Her craftsmanship is marked by attention to detail, precision, and imagination, allowing her to turn creativity into a sustainable livelihood while contributing to her family and building confidence.

Inspiration

Urmila draws inspiration from her family’s hard work, especially her father’s shop management and her mother’s dedication to household and farm duties.

She is also motivated by the women artisans at TAC, whose dedication, creativity, and ability to earn a livelihood have shown her the possibilities of her own potential. The supportive environment nurtured her self-belief, encouraging her to dream bigger and pursue excellence.

Personal Journey

Before TAC, Urmila’s life revolved around school, household work, and helping her family in the shop and farm. Though she had creative potential, opportunities to develop it professionally were scarce.

Joining TAC became a turning point. Initially hesitant, she embraced the training, experimented with colors, designs, and patterns, and gained confidence with every completed project.

Today, Urmila balances education, creative work, and family responsibilities. Her journey demonstrates resilience, hope, and transformation, showing how mentorship and structured opportunities empower rural women to redefine their futures.

Impact

Urmila’s Empowering Journey:

• Economic Impact: Contributes to her family’s income through Wall Art, providing financial stability alongside her father’s shop earnings.

• Social Impact: Her community now respects Wall Art as a viable livelihood, shifting perceptions about women’s roles.

• Personal Impact: Gains confidence, leadership skills, and pride in her achievements; mentors newer learners at TAC.

• Generational Impact: Serves as a role model for siblings and other village girls, inspiring education, skill development, and empowerment.

Her story exemplifies how structured training and mentorship can create opportunities not only for an individual but also for their family and community.

Personal Note

Dear WomenServe Team,

My name is Urmila Kanwar, I am 19 years old, and I live in Kansingh ki Seed with my parents, three sisters, and one brother. My father runs a small shop, and my mother manages the home and supports our family in every way.

Before joining TAC, I wondered how I could contribute to my family while pursuing my dreams. Opportunities for girls in our village were limited. The Wall Art training at TAC changed my life—it gave me a platform to learn, grow, and express my creativity professionally.

Today, my talent has value. I contribute to my family’s income, gain confidence, and inspire my siblings and other girls in my village. Thanks to your support, I can dream bigger, pursue my passion, and build a better future for myself and my community.

I am deeply grateful and promise to continue learning, growing, and making a meaningful impact.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Ms. Urmila Kanwar