It is an empowering Centre for rural women. On 16th April 2004 Shanthi Seva Kendra, a Health Care Centre was inaugurated by Sr Lillis BS, the then General Coordinator for Social Apostolate and blessed by Rev Fr Mark Walder, the Parish Priest of St Patrick’s Church, Siddakatte. It is under Shanthi Rani Convent, Siddakatte.
Sahodaya Bethany Seva Kandra, Bendur was extending its social services to the people of Siddakatte and its vicinities. The Mahila Mandals and vocational training classes were held at Shanthi Seva Kendra. Under the auspices of ‘Women Poly Technique, Nanthur, community based courses were taken up by the Centre. Unto this day, women groups independently carry on the good works; self help group meetings and saving schemes are continued. Water harvesting, jasmine cultivation, small scale farming etc are some of the livelihood programmes people especially the women carry on in their families.
At present Sr Carita BS is the Superior at Shanthi Rani Convent. Sr Ronaldine BS is local social work coordinator.
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Shanthi Rani Community