Ruma Devi
Ruma Devi is an Indian handicraft designer and social worker who won the Nari Shakti Puraskar 2018 for empowering rural women
An uplifting and authentic speaker. Ruma Devi gives practical steps for change.
Meera Nair
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jaipur
hindi
10+ years
diversity & inclusion, cultural preservation, women empowerment, sustainability
About Ruma Devi
Ruma Devi is a renowned Indian traditional handicraft fashion designer and social worker from Barmer, Rajasthan. She is the driving force behind a network of over 50,000 rural women, whom she has trained and connected to sustainable livelihoods.
Her journey began with a simple desire to earn a living. In 2006, she convinced 10 women from her village to form a self-help group. Each member contributed ₹100, which they used to purchase a second-hand stitching machine, fabric, threads, and plastic wrappers to craft cushions and bags.
Her determination led her to Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan in Barmer, where she joined as a member in 2008. By 2010, she had risen to become the president of the NGO, driving impactful change in rural communities. Today, Ruma Devi is dedicated to promoting the craftsmanship of tribal artisans and minority communities across India, ensuring that their talent and hard work receive the recognition they deserve. Her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to national recognition makes her a sought-after motivational speaker, empowering countless individuals with her story of hard-work and leadership. Book Ruma Devi as a motivational speaker to make your event unforgettable.
Ruma Devi uses her own life experiences to establish a rapport with her audience and present an effective speaking style. Organizations have asked her to present at various types of events, including corporate responsibility conferences, leadership summit meetings focused on women and/or sustainability. Through her experience, Ruma Devi motivates those in attendance with the action of the inclusion and empowerment as well as the impact they can make by getting involved through their local communities.
Ruma Devi is a renowned Indian traditional handicraft fashion designer and social worker from Barmer, Rajasthan. She is the driving force behind a network of over 50,000 rural women, whom she has trained and connected to sustainable livelihoods.
Her journey began with a simple desire to earn a living. In 2006, she convinced 10 women from her village to form a self-help group. Each member contributed ₹100, which they used to purchase a second-hand stitching machine, fabric, threads, and plastic wrappers to craft cushions and bags.
Her determination led her to Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan in Barmer, where she joined as a member in 2008. By 2010, she had risen to become the president of the NGO, driving impactful change in rural communities. Today, Ruma Devi is dedicated to promoting the craftsmanship of tribal artisans and minority communities across India, ensuring that their talent and hard work receive the recognition they deserve. Her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to national recognition makes her a sought-after motivational speaker, empowering countless individuals with her story of hard-work and leadership. Book Ruma Devi as a motivational speaker to make your event unforgettable.
Ruma Devi uses her own life experiences to establish a rapport with her audience and present an effective speaking style. Organizations have asked her to present at various types of events, including corporate responsibility conferences, leadership summit meetings focused on women and/or sustainability. Through her experience, Ruma Devi motivates those in attendance with the action of the inclusion and empowerment as well as the impact they can make by getting involved through their local communities.
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Career Highlights and Achievements of Ruma Devi
Nari Shakti Puraskar
India’s highest civilian honour for women’s empowerment
India Today Cover Feature
Featured as ‘The New Bharat’ on anniversary edition cover
TFI Designer of the Year
Recognized nationally for fashion and craftsmanship
Kaun Banega Crorepati Appearance
Shared stage with Amitabh Bachchan
Goodwill Ambassador & Chief Designer
Represents Tribes India
Harvard University Panelist
Invited to speak at Harvard’s 17th All India Conference
Indian Idol Women’s Day Special
Honoured guest celebrating women empowerment
State Brand Ambassador – Rajeevika
Recognized for advancing rural livelihoods
Honorary Doctorate in Art & Textile
Conferred by Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phule University
Women on Wings Netherlands Recognition
Acknowledged for transforming rural women’s economy
Shilpa Abhimani Award, Sri Lanka
Honoured for promoting traditional handicrafts
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Ruma Devi
Ruma Devi is an Indian handicraft designer and social worker who won the Nari Shakti Puraskar 2018 for empowering rural women
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Ruma Devi is a handicraft artisan and social entrepreneur from Barmer, Rajasthan, listed as a female motivational speaker on engage4more. She received the Nari Shakti Puraskar for empowering rural women through traditional crafts.
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Ruma Devi is from Rajasthan rather than Gujarat, and works with artisans across the desert region of western India. engage4more lists her as an inspiring woman speaker for audiences across India, including Gujarat.
engage4more's profile notes that Ruma Devi began by forming a small self-help group with women from her village, pooling money to buy a sewing machine and making handcrafted products to sell.
engage4more notes that Ruma Devi leads the Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan in Barmer, which helps rural women artisans earn livelihoods through traditional embroidery and handicrafts. Its work spans many villages.
engage4more's profile notes that Ruma Devi received the Nari Shakti Puraskar from the President of India and has showcased rural crafts at fashion events and international forums. Her story has been widely covered nationally.
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engage4more features Ruma Devi for talks on women's empowerment, grassroots entrepreneurship, skill development, financial independence and resilience, drawing on her journey from hardship to national recognition. Sessions can be tailored to your audience and goals.
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engage4more recommends Ruma Devi for women's day programmes, CSR summits, rural livelihood forums, handicraft and design events and corporate sessions where a powerful grassroots story can inspire action.
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