The workshop was attended by about 15 leaders of NGOs in the Bangalore area and the sessions were facilitated by Datuk Dr Denison Jayasooria from the National University of Malaysia (KITA-UKM). Six local case studies were presented by the participants that highlight the innovations of Self Help Groups working among women and poor communities undertaking buffalo milk production, excess garments sales, bio fuel tree planting, basket making & terracotta jewelry. These projects illustrate the potential of grassroots people in wealth creation and people empowerment.