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Thalir Academy equips rural youth and women in Tamil Nadu with digital literacy, tailoring, and vocational skills — from community mapping to certified livelihoods.
Thalir Academy, an initiative of Kalanjiyam Trust, addresses socio-economic challenges for rural youth and women with limited access to education and jobs. We blend vocational training, digital skills, entrepreneurship, and life skills.
A complete journey from your community to a certified livelihood.
Learn computers, data entry, and office tools. NSDC certified 6-month program with practical training for office and panchayat roles.
NSDC CertifiedBuild income through stitching and design. From basic sewing to Aari embroidery — start a home-based or workshop career.
Income GeneratingStart home-based or salon-based careers with hands-on beauty training and entrepreneurship support.
New 2025Launch and grow small businesses with mentoring, peer networks, and Vastrika market linkages. 50+ micro businesses started.
LivelihoodBuild confidence, communication skills, and self-awareness for interviews, workplaces, and community leadership.
Foundation SkillsLearn video creation through Ooraru Oli — our youth media team with 500+ YouTube subscribers creating and earning online.
Youth MediaNow I earn ₹300 a day and support my family. Thalir gave me more than a skill — it gave me confidence.
— Tailoring Trainee, ChengalpattuI learned computers and now work in a Panchayat office. I never thought this was possible for me.
— Digital Skills GraduateWe used to watch videos, now we create and earn from them through the Ooraru Oli media team.
— Ooraru Oli Media MemberWhether you're an employer, CSR partner, volunteer, or simply believe in rural empowerment — there's a place for you.
Collaborate to create employment and training opportunities in rural communities.
Get trained, job-ready candidates skilled in digital tools, tailoring, beauty, and more.
Help expand skills training. Kalanjiyam Trust is 80G, 12A, and FCRA registered.