Society for
Assistance to Fisherwomen (SAF)
SAF, an agency under the Department of Fisheries, Government of Kerala, focuses on the holistic development and socio-economic upliftment of fisherwomen. SAF aims to integrate fisherwomen into the mainstream by fostering entrepreneurial skills and establishing microenterprises.
This is achieved by forming small, activity-based groups and providing financial, technological, and managerial support. Since 2010, SAF has implemented the Theeramythri Project to facilitate the creation, growth, and sustainability of these microenterprises.
The Minister of Fisheries chairs SAF's governing body, which manages all functions, while the Executive Director oversees daily operations.
Theeramythri Programme
Joint Liability Group (JLG) Project
Governance
Shri V.D satheesan
SHonourable Chief Minister of Kerala
Shri. Adv. V.E Abdul Gafoor
Honourable Minister for Fisheries
Shri. B ABDUL NASAR I A S
Government Special Secretary
Shri.Misal Sagar Bharat IAS
Director of Fisheries
Sri. Salim H.
Joint Director of Fisheries & Executive Director , SAF
Governance
The governing body, chaired by the Minister of Fisheries, manages the entire functions of saf.The Executive Director oversees the day-to-day operations.
News
Expressions of Interest (EOI) are invited for the appointment of a consultant for the SAF Sea Cafe project. Last date: 31/10/2026
EOI for 'Kadal Cafe' 'Kadal Cafes' (Sea Cafes) are a key initiative implemented by the Society for Assistance to Fisherwomen (SAF), aimed at the livelihoods and empowerment of women from the fishing community. Operated under the leadership of fisherwomen, these cafes will ensure sustainable income and job security for women from fishing families, while offering the public high-quality, authentic seafood dishes at reasonable prices. Under this project, a Technical Consultant is being appointed to establish 'Kadal Cafes' in Kozhikode district.