Empowering Rural Artisans,
Preserving Jharkhand’s Heritage Crafts
Directly supporting over 500 indigenous craftswomen and rural families with master toolkits, sustainable training, and fair-trade market access.
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Since 2019
Ranchi Grassroots
The SWS Story
Founded in 2019 under the leadership of CEO Irshad Ansari
Holistic Community Development
"Dedicated to the holistic development of marginalized groups through handicraft preservation, skill training, and economic dignity."
Under Irshad Ansari's guidance, SUHANA WELFARE SOCIETY (SWS) has been driving impactful rural change across Jharkhand, empowering disadvantaged women and traditional artisans.
Our flagship programs focus on sustainable skill upgradation in Education, Lac Crafts, Bamboo, Woodwork & Rural Welfare, actively spanning three major districts of Jharkhand.
Equitable & Exploitation-Free Society
Achieving enduring socio-economic upliftment for downtrodden communities through sustainable craft entrepreneurship.
Reaching 3 Districts in Jharkhand
Deep grassroots involvement driving real change in artisan families with transparent community leadership.
How We Create Generational Impact
Our multi-pronged approach combines ancient cultural craftsmanship with modern design curation and dignified grassroots livelihoods.
Women Artisan Empowerment
Equipping rural women with mastery in traditional crafts, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial confidence to achieve self-reliance.
Heritage Craft Revival
Preserving indigenous Lac, Bamboo, Wood, and Leather art forms across Jharkhand before they fade into extinction.
Fair Wages & Zero Middlemen
Direct-to-consumer and institutional linkages ensure that 100% of fair value flows directly into the artisan households.
Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Materials
Utilizing 100% natural lac resin, fast-regenerating bamboo, organic vegetable dyes, and ethically sourced raw materials.
Four Master Craft Traditions
Each discipline represents generations of tribal and rural craftsmanship, brought to the contemporary world with ethical integrity.
Lac Craft
Hand-molded and encrusted with brilliant stones, natural lac bangles and decorative artifacts handcrafted using time-tested natural resin.
Bamboo & Cane Craft
Sustainably harvested bamboo intricately woven into modern pendant lamps, storage baskets, lifestyle decor, and kitchen utilities.
Carved Wood Craft
Seasoned reclaimed timber sculpted by master wood artisans into exquisite figurines, tableware, wall panels, and heritage keepsakes.
Artisanal Leather Goods
Premium handcrafted leather journals, wallets, desk accessories, and footwear crafted with meticulous saddle-stitching.
From Rural Village to the Market
Our step-by-step sustainable model takes artisans from isolation to financial freedom, preserving cultural heritage at every stage.
Community Outreach & Identification
We travel deep into remote tribal and rural blocks across Jharkhand, identifying traditional craft clusters and marginalized women eager to earn dignified livelihoods.
Master Craftsman Upskilling Workshops
Artisans undergo rigorous, subsidized master training programs covering advanced finishing techniques, ergonomic tool usage, and design diversification.
Eco-Friendly Production & Quality Control
Artisans craft exquisite pieces using natural non-toxic resins, seasoned bamboo, and organic dyes under stringent fair-trade quality standards.
Direct Market Access & Economic Dignity
Products reach discerning buyers and institutional partners across India, delivering 100% transparent income directly to the artisan's bank accounts.
Meet Our Visionary Leader
Guided by passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to social empowerment and craft preservation.
Irshad Ansari
Chief Executive Officer
Visionary leader dedicated to empowering marginalized communities through sustainable development and traditional craft preservation.
Community First
Dedicated to uplifting marginalized communities through sustainable grassroots programs and skill empowerment.
Clear Mission & Purpose
Leading SWS with a distinct vision to preserve indigenous crafts while generating dignified incomes.
Measurable Grassroots Impact
Expanded across 3 major districts in Jharkhand, benefiting hundreds of artisan families directly.
Empowering Communities, Preserving Heritage
"At Suhana Welfare Society (SWS), we believe in the power of traditional craftsmanship to transform lives. Our mission is to create sustainable opportunities for marginalized communities while preserving India's rich cultural heritage."
Irshad Ansari
Chief Executive Officer
Latest Programs & Initiatives
Awareness Programme
With the objective of gender mainstreaming, Suhana Welfare Society initiated an awareness campaign for the role of women in nation building and in building a better society. Rights bestowed upon women were also included in the campaign, which aimed to secure the participation of women and improve their lives based on principles of equity. The program continued under the ambit of a similar activity initiated by the organization during the previous year, with door-to-door campaigning taken up during the current year.
Jute Craft Training
A Jute Craft Training was organized by the Organization at the Ranchi Slum Area Cluster, assisted by the contribution of the secretary and other members. The program ran for 15 days, with 20 artisans trained in the basics of jute craft — cutting, stitching, and making finished products. This training was introduced for artisans covered under the cluster development program, and 20 artisans were directly benefited.
Bamboo Craft Training
A Bamboo Craft Training was organized by the Organization at the Garhwa Slum Area Cluster (Chiniya), assisted by the contribution of the secretary and other members. The program ran for 20 days, with 20 artisans trained in the basics of bamboo craft — cutting, designing, and making finished bamboo products. This training was introduced for artisans covered under the cluster development program, and 20 artisans were directly benefited.
Stories of Transformation & Hope
Real words from the women, master craftsmen, and patrons whose lives have been transformed through Suhana Welfare Society.
"Before joining the SWS Lac craft training, I had no independent income. Today, I lead a cluster of 12 women artisans and we earn our own dignified income every month."
Sunita Devi
Master Lac Artisan & Cluster Leader
"SWS didn't just teach us bamboo weaving; they taught us modern design, functional packaging, and connected us with institutional buyers across cities."
Ramesh Munda
Bamboo Craftsman
"As a partner supporting indigenous handicrafts, SWS represents the pinnacle of grassroots authenticity, fair trade transparency, and unmatched product quality."
Ananya Sen
Sustainable Lifestyle Curator
Everything You Need to Know
Clear, transparent answers about our non-profit governance, artisan remuneration, and product craftsmanship.
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