Anushka is a multi-talented exuberant girl, who has seen the harsh side of life from close quarters. She has one elder sister and two younger brothers who have always supported each other as much as they can. Anushka’s father seems subdued however he is an alcoholic and physical abuse became an integral part of Anushka’s growing up years. Her mother, a homemaker, was compelled to become a vegetable vendor to support the family when alcoholism led her father to shun his responsibilities towards the family.

This scenario made Anushka determined to lead a life less ordinary and she decided to learn to be a seamstress, initially from a friend in the vicinity and then professionally through the MasterG initiative of Adharshila.

Anushka wanted to excel in her craft and she did. Today, she has a regular paying job as a pattern maker in an export house with a monthly salary of Rs.12,000/-per month and she tutors young girls in her vicinity for a fees of Rs.500-700/-per month. Anushka’s enterprise did not end there, she showcased her talent on video sharing app “TikTok” was even spotted by the famous designer Neeta Lulla’s fashion house and was offered a position at their Hyderabad unit. However, being a woman in the man’s world is not easy and she had to let go of the opportunity for the sake of her family and infant.

Life is full of hits and misses, hope Anushka is bestowed with success in her future endeavors and she achieves her full potential. Actually, with her indomitable spirit it is just a matter of time when she will turn the tide in her favor.

Jaishree joined MasterG in 2017 to learn basic stitching and then started enjoying the creative satisfaction which playing with the fabrics gave her.

She faced opposition from her family when she expressed a desire to pursue advanced level, however, Jaishree did not bow down and instead of breaking the rules, bent them a bit by emotionally blackmailing her family into allowing her willingly to pursue her vocation further.

It was not just stitching that Jaishree learnt during her stint with MasterG, she learnt the basic etiquette and her personality also evolved from a reticent, underconfident girl to a dynamic and strong-willed pattern maker. She did her internship for four months and then got absorbed in the industry soon enough.

During the COVID-19 pandemic she exhibited her workaholic side by working round the clock in making masks for mass distribution. In fact, within two weeks she earned almost Rs.16000/- which is commendable for someone whose monthly salary is Rs.16000/-.

Jaishree is an inspiration to all the girls who want to break the myth that pattern makers can only be males. She has worked her way into a male-dominated field with sheer commitment and focus.

Finally, in her own words, “Respect and faith is all a girl needs to become an achiever beyond imagination.” And we agree.

I joined a 3-month long MasterG course. I was equally nervous and excited when I drafted my first ever pattern. After completing the course, I could observe the improvement in my work and hence started taking orders from home. I am unable to express the joy I feel when I receive the payments for my hard work. Joining the MasterG course was the best decision I ever made.

Sadaf is one of our youngest makers at our all women factory. She migrated to Delhi 4 years ago to pursue her higher education, and joined the MasterG training program at our partner NGO centre at Adharshila Trust in Tigri, on her mother’s advice. When she is not making garments or patterns at MasterG, she loves reading and sketching.

Kahkeshan is a 19 year old maker at our factory. She is one of the finest and most precise curriculum designers we have. She came to know about the training program through a friend while returning from school and joined the program immediately. After completing her course at our centre with Adharshila Trust, Tigri in 2018, she joined the all women team at the factory. She dreams of travelling the world one day and has a keen interest in the Arabic language and spends most of her free time learning it.

Our prodigy child, Rajni is an epitome of relentlessness and virtuosity of work ethic. Starting her journey as a student at the Tigri centre, she soon became a merchandiser with industry standard earnings. Her journey has been a conventional progression of success in the field of apparel making and still been unique. She went from being a maker to GScore assessor at MasterG. Another beautiful feather in her adorned hat has been, making custom made clothing for Jacqueline Novogratz, CEO of Acumen Fund.

My name is Anju. I live in Gwal Pahari. I had completed my studies and was whiling away my time sitting at home for 3 months. One of my friends told me about the MasterG  fashion designing course. I visited the center, met Santosh ma’am and got more information regarding the course and the curriculum. I immediately resolved to join MasterG Classes. For me fashion designing is all about making the best use of one’s creative self and skills. It is something you can learn at any age. I was a regular to the classes and learnt so much about stitching, pattern making & designing etc. Today, I am financially independent and feel like I can achieve anything I set my mind to.

My name is Jyoti, and I used to look at the fashion industry as an unachievable dream. All I ever wanted in life was to design beautiful dresses. My family was very supportive of my choices and guided me in my journey of becoming a pattern maker. After completing the MasterG course, Santosh Ma’am directed towards me some orders of stitching haryanvi chunni from Jonapur. I stitched these chunniyan from home, and have started earning 7000 – 8000 Rs/ month. I am grateful to MasterG for making me financially independent. It’s the best feeling one can have.

My name is Deepansha. I hail from the village of Gwal Pahari. I joined the MasterG training course  to learn pattern making and achieve perfection in my finishing. After joining masterG, I first used to work for home-based orders and was able to earn Rs. 2000-3000 per month. MasterG has now provided me with a job at Dhuri. I will now be able to fulfill my dream of becoming financially independent.

My name is Sheetalben Mansukh Bhai Rathod. I hail from an agricultural background, belonging to a farmers’ family in Singach. In our society, not much attention is given to the need for a girl’s education. Yet, I could join MasterG training because of my father, and his wish for me to fulfill my dream of becoming a fashion designer. It was no less than a golden opportunity for me. I came in with absolutely no knowledge of the skills and techniques required for becoming a pattern maker. My life changed drastically. My first ever stitch and pattern was at MasterG. I used to work on the farm, helping out my parents and then reach the MasterG training centre. After completing my training hours, I went to the farm again to finish the pending. I used to practice whatever was taught, in the little time I used to get at night. I wanted to attain perfection in my techniques. This has been the biggest achievement for me & my family.

My name is  Ruksanaben Talabbhai Bhagad. For others this is my success story but to me it was the ultimate turn my life took. I am a housewife. I have two sons, a 6 years old and a 1 and a half years old. My husband is a fisherman. My biggest obstacle in life was being uneducated. I joined a MasterG course to acquire some skills to be able to earn a livelihood. Before joining this training, I didn’t have any idea about the number of tools used and how to use them. Taking this MasterG training changed my life by providing me with an immense amount of skill sets. I didn’t even know how to use a measuring tape and used to cut by taking measurements by my fingers or by putting a size of cloth up on the fabric. After joining, I learnt all the little things and wish to learn more from this training to make my passion, my biggest achievement in life. After completing the training, I want to join the production unit and contribute to my family, financially.

My name is Farah Pawar. I am currently enrolled in the MasterG training centre at Khurja which is in association with Sleepwell Foundation. I live in a family of six. I have completed my studies till 12th standard. I joined this course to become independent and attain my own identity. I have gained self-confidence to earn my living and live by my own rules, after joining this course. I got to know about this course from one of my cousins, when she took me to a fashion show conducted by the centre. Initially I only had my mother’s support, but gradually gained all my family’s.

I am Poonam. I am currently enrolled in the MasterG Skill Development Centre, Khurja which is in association with Sleepwell Foundation. I am from Hazratpur Puthari and live in a family of seven. I completed my studies from Public Inter College. I was fond of stitching and the course enabled me to learn even more about garment making. I have learnt so much here, from pattern making, pattern cutting to finishing. I got to know about this course through one of the centre’s staff. There’s much to learn here about various tools etc. My family is rejoiced when they see the garments made by me.