Social Transformation and Research Centre (STARC) is a not-for-profit organization working towards creating sustainable community development through education, health, and empowerment initiatives. Established in 2017, STARC focuses on research-driven interventions, capacity building, and grassroots engagement to improve the lives of children, youth, and marginalized communities. With a vision of fostering equity and social justice, the organization combines field action with evidence-based approaches to bring positive transformation at the community level.
Swasth Saheli: Menstrual Hygiene Awareness & Health Support Program
Menstrual hygiene remains one of the most neglected health and social issues among adolescent girls and women living in underserved communities. Due to lack of awareness, limited access to sanitary products, social stigma, and poor hygiene practices, many girls and women face health challenges, infections, discomfort, and emotional stress during menstruation. In many cases, discussions around menstruation are still considered taboo, preventing women and young girls from accessing correct information and support.
The proposed project, “Swasth Saheli: Menstrual Hygiene Awareness & Health Support Program,” aims to address these challenges through community-based awareness sessions and health education activities. The project will focus on creating a safe and open environment where adolescent girls and women can learn, ask questions, and discuss menstrual hygiene without hesitation.
Under this initiative, awareness sessions will be conducted on topics such as menstrual hygiene management, safe usage and disposal of sanitary pads, personal hygiene, nutrition, prevention of infections, and the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being during menstruation. Interactive discussions and counseling sessions will also be organized to break myths and misconceptions surrounding menstruation.
The project will further support beneficiaries through the distribution of sanitary pads and essential hygiene support materials. Information, education, and communication (IEC) materials will also be used to ensure better understanding and long-term awareness among participants.
This initiative aims not only to improve menstrual hygiene practices but also to build confidence, dignity, and health awareness among women and adolescent girls. Through continuous engagement and community participation, the project seeks to contribute towards healthier communities and promote gender-sensitive health awareness at the grassroots level.
The project also aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), by promoting health awareness, dignity, and access to safe hygiene practices for women and girls.
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Swasth Saheli: Menstrual Hygiene Awareness & Health Support Program
Impact 360 Foundation, FE-68, Sector III, Salt Lake Rd, Near Central Park, Karunamoyee, Kolkata, West Bengal 700106, India
Phone Numbers-+91-9903894994 , +91-8436063099
Email: tsw25k@impact360.org.in