CSR Project Proposal Framework
1. Project Title
Forest-Based Midwifery & Integrative Healing Ecosystem for Maternal and Child Wellbeing
2. Executive Summary
This project proposes the establishment of a midwifery-led, forest-based maternal and child wellbeing ecosystem within a 330-acre ecological landscape in Madhya Pradesh under the stewardship of Sumiran Ecological Foundation.
The initiative integrates:
- Physiological birth support
- Postpartum recovery systems
- Preventive and integrative healing modalities
- Early childhood nature-based development
- Community capacity building
The project addresses critical gaps in maternal emotional wellbeing, postpartum support, preventive health access, and women-centered care ecosystems.
The model is designed to be replicable, sustainable, and measurable, contributing to maternal health, women empowerment, preventive healthcare, and sustainable rural development.
3. About the Organisation
Organisation Name: Sumiran Ecological Foundation
Location: Sehore District, Madhya Pradesh
Nature of Organisation: Ecological community and sustainability-focused foundation
Sumiran has developed a biodiverse forest ecosystem over the past decade, fostering regenerative living, environmental stewardship, and community-based initiatives. The proposed project builds upon this ecological foundation to integrate maternal and child wellbeing into a nature-anchored framework.
4. Problem Analysis
4.1 Maternal & Child Health Gaps
- Increasing stress and anxiety during pregnancy
- Limited midwifery-led care options
- Inadequate structured postpartum recovery systems
4.2 Preventive Healthcare Gap
- Rising lifestyle-related disorders
- Limited access to integrative and complementary healing modalities
- Fragmented care between pregnancy, birth, and early childhood
4.3 Rural Ecosystem Gaps
- Lack of community-based maternal wellbeing centers
- Limited structured capacity-building for midwives and caregivers
5. Project Rationale
Research indicates that maternal emotional wellbeing, social support, and preventive care significantly impact child development outcomes.
A forest-based, integrative ecosystem can:
- Reduce maternal stress
- Improve postpartum recovery
- Strengthen early childhood bonding
- Build community resilience
- Promote preventive health practices
This project offers a holistic and ecosystem-based solution, aligning health, environment, and community development.
6. Project Goal
To establish a sustainable, midwifery-led maternal and child wellbeing ecosystem integrating preventive and complementary healing modalities within a forest environment.
7. Specific Objectives
- Establish midwifery-led maternal support infrastructure.
- Provide structured postpartum recovery programs.
- Offer integrative healing modalities for preventive health.
- Develop early childhood nature-based wellbeing programs.
- Train midwives, caregivers, and healing practitioners.
- Create a documented and replicable CSR model.
8. Project Components & Methodology
8.1 Midwifery & Maternal Support Unit
- Prenatal education sessions
- Physiological birth support
- Postpartum rest-based recovery
8.2 Integrative Healing & Preventive Health Centre
Programs may include:
- Yoga and breath regulation practices
- Meditation and stress-reduction sessions
- Nutritional counselling
- Nature therapy
- Traditional therapeutic bodywork
- Community emotional resilience circles
These are positioned as complementary preventive health supports.
8.3 Early Childhood Wellbeing Zone
- Nature immersion programs
- Parent-child bonding workshops
- Developmental engagement activities
8.4 Training & Capacity Building
- Midwifery mentorship programs
- Alternative healing skills workshops
- Community caregiver training
9. Target Beneficiaries
- Pregnant women
- Postpartum mothers
- Newborns and children (0–7 years)
- Families in rural and semi-urban regions
- Midwives and community caregivers
10. Implementation Plan
Phase 1 (Year 1)
- Infrastructure development using eco-friendly materials
- Recruitment of trained midwives and healing practitioners
- Launch of pilot maternal support programs
Phase 2 (Year 2)
- Expansion of healing programs
- Formalization of training modules
- Documentation and monitoring framework
Phase 3 (Year 3)
- Scaling outreach
- Model replication blueprint
- Impact dissemination
11. Expected Outputs
- Operational midwifery and healing center
- Structured postpartum recovery program
- Number of women supported annually
- Number of training sessions conducted
- Number of trained caregivers
12. Expected Outcomes
- Improved maternal wellbeing indicators
- Increased postpartum recovery satisfaction
- Adoption of preventive health practices
- Enhanced women empowerment
- Strengthened rural wellbeing ecosystem
13. Monitoring & Evaluation Framework
Indicators may include:
- Number of beneficiaries served
- Participant satisfaction surveys
- Pre/post stress assessments
- Training completion rates
- Annual CSR impact reports
Quarterly monitoring and annual independent review recommended.
14. Sustainability Plan
- Revenue through training programs
- Community participation model
- Long-term CSR partnerships
- Documentation for model replication
- Integration with local livelihoods
15. Risk Assessment & Mitigation
| Risk | Mitigation |
|---|---|
| Regulatory concerns | Ensure compliance with health & safety norms |
| Community adoption challenges | Awareness & engagement workshops |
| Funding continuity | Multi-partner CSR strategy |
| Skilled workforce availability | Structured training pipeline |
16. Budget Heads (Indicative)
- Infrastructure (eco-construction)
- Program staff salaries
- Training & capacity building
- Healing materials & equipment
- Monitoring & documentation
- Administrative overhead
Detailed line-item budget available upon request.
17. CSR Schedule VII Alignment
This project aligns with:
- Promoting healthcare including preventive health care
- Promoting gender equality and empowering women
- Ensuring environmental sustainability
- Rural development projects
- Vocational skills and livelihood enhancement
