SEWA is the Self-Employed Women's Association of India, a trade union founded in 1972 after a split in the Textile Labour Association. It was founded by civil rights leader Dr. Ela Bhatt. 1972 was a leap year that started on a Saturday. ... True to the spirit of her country (India) and her inspiration, Mahatma Gandhi, Ela Bhatt is a gentle revolutionary. ...
It seeks to provide financial security for its members, while at the same time campaigning for social change based on Gandhian principles. Gandhi is the family name of a number of prominent 20th century Indian politicians and leaders. ...
SEWA's teams began its early assessment of the extent of damages to its members from 27th January 2001 onwards.
SEWA's field teams, through is District Centres and field offices coordinated with the district authorities and administration in charge of relief and rescue.
SEWA field teams also worked out the distribution systems, so that the relief material available with the Government also reached the affected villages in the districts.
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