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Do you know how our community area in North East Delhi is on track to become a safer community for girls?  It's all thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Delhi Police, the Councilor, and the dedicated local community coming together to empower young girls and create safer environments. Hear from Ms. Santhi Periasamy, Head of the Foundation at RYTHM Foundation, who recently visited the site. She interacted with young boys, girls, and parents, witnessing firsthand the incredible impact of our combined efforts.  She shared heartfelt words and an inspiring message that truly captures the essence of our work and commitment to making a difference. Reinforcing the importance of our initiatives and strengthening our resolve to continue empowering and protecting our youth led by Saraswati Sara on the ground. Join us in celebrating inspiring leadership and the community's dedication to creating safer spaces for girls. Your support helps us make a lasting impact. Ajay Kaul Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Pooja Mathur Upma Dada Chawdhry Ishita Agrawal RYTHM Foundation Plan_India Plan International Hong Kong #PlanIndia #RYTHMFoundation #SaferCitiesForGirls #InspiringLeadership #CommunityImpact #TeamExcellence

🌟 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚!🌟 This World Yoga Day, Plan India showcases the transformative impact of yoga across multiple programs aimed at promoting health, wellness, and resilience among young people. In our 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (YHP), yoga empowers youth by cleansing their bodies of toxins, enhancing resilience, and fostering healthier lifestyles, reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and inspiring community wellness ambassadors. Meanwhile, under the 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭, students integrate yoga into their holistic learning journey, fostering mindfulness and overall well-being alongside digital skills. Join us in celebrating the power of yoga to empower youth, champion health, and build a brighter, healthier future for all. MICROSOFT INDIA (R&D) PRIVATE LIMITED Microsoft Corporation India Private Limited (Gurgaon) RAJAT MANDAL Satyajit Ghosh Shalini Yadav Ajay Kaul Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Pooja Mathur Ishita Agrawal #WorldYogaDay #YogaForSelfAndSociety #PlanIndia #YHPProgram #MicrosoftSkillingProject #YouthEmpowerment #HealthyFuture

🌟 Celebrating the State-level Children's Creativity Festival in Lucknow! 🌟  We recently celebrated the state-level Children's Creativity Festival in Lucknow with the theme "Empower and Protect." Many children lack opportunities for creative learning and awareness about empowerment and protection. Bridging this gap was the core objective of this festival. Over three days, 428 young participants engaged in activities like singing, dancing, arts and crafts, and 3D modeling. Highlights included visiting the 1090 Helpline Headquarters, interactive sessions with senior police officials, and insightful workshops. The festival concluded with inspiring performances and creative displays. A "Demands by Children" brochure was handed to the SCPCR chairperson, highlighting children's voices and needs. Join us in celebrating their creativity and advocating for their rights! Your support makes a difference. Ajay Kaul Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Pooja Mathur Upma Dada Chawdhry Ishita Agrawal #ChildrensCreativityFestival #EmpowerAndProtect #YouthEmpowerment #PlanIndia #CreativeLearning #ChildProtection #CCF

#WorldNoTobaccoDay: Protect Our Youth! Tobacco is the leading cause of respiratory diseases among young people in India. At Plan India's Young Health Programme (YHP), we empower youth (aged 10-24) to lead healthy lives free from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like respiratory illnesses. This World No Tobacco Day, our focus is on "Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference." The usage of tobacco creates a cycle of addiction. YHP raises awareness in communities and institutions in Delhi, Bangalore & Chennai, educating young people about the risk factors of tobacco and any form of smoking. Join us in creating a smoke-free future! Let's kick the habit and embrace a smoke-free lifestyle. Ajay Kaul Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Pooja Mathur (she/her) Upma Dada Chawdhry Ishita Agrawal Mohammed Asif RAJAT MANDAL   #WorldNoTobaccoDay #NoTobaccoDay #SmokeFree #HealthyLiving #QuitSmoking #YoungHealthProgramme #PlanIndia #NCDs #YouthHealth #HealthAwarenes

Creating a #PeriodFriendlyWorld in Bihar! Plan India's Menstrual Hygiene Campaign in Bihar shows a significant impact. By fostering intergenerational dialogues, engaging health providers and teachers, and empowering peer educators and mothers, the campaign is creating an environment where menstrual hygiene is openly discussed and prioritized. Key Activities and Initiatives - Peer Education and Youth Leadership Youth Champs Leadership: Dynamic Youth Champs lead the charge, spreading crucial information about Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM). Peer Educators' Role: Peer educators break down barriers and challenge myths and taboos. Intergenerational Dialogues and Community Engagement Dialogues and Group Meetings: Safe spaces for open discussions between generations, fostering understanding and support. Community Awareness Sessions: Regular sessions in schools and communities educate and sensitize about menstrual hygiene. Involvement of Health Service Providers and Teachers Active Engagement: Health providers and teachers ensure accurate information and guidance are shared. Addressing Challenges: Professionals at the grassroots level offer support and expertise on menstrual health. Empowering Mothers and Female Community Members Mothers' Involvement: Mothers engage in dialogues with their daughters, challenging myths and promoting openness. Challenging Myths and Taboos: These interactions debunk myths and create a supportive environment. Together, we are paving the way for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld, ensuring every girl and woman can manage her menstrual health with dignity and confidence.  Support our mission by donating to our menstrual health initiatives for underprivileged girls in India: Donate Now- https://lnkd.in/grVhYhTr #MenstrualHealth #CommunityImpact #Healthcare #PeriodFriendlyWorld #WhyShy #Menstrualday #Menstrualhealthmatters #PlanIndia #YoungChangemakers #storiesofindia #MenstrualHygiene #Empowerment #periodwarriors

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we unite to break the silence, spread awareness, and advocate for menstrual equity. Join us in making a difference and creating a #PeriodFriendlyWorld where every girl and woman can manage their period with dignity and confidence.   💬 Take the pledge with us and share your commitment to menstrual hygiene!   🙏 Support the mission by donating to our menstrual health initiatives for underprivileged girls in India Donate Now - https://lnkd.in/gEDbTacn #PeriodFriendlyWorld #WhyShy #Menstrualday #Menstrualhealthmatters #PlanIndia #YoungChangemakers Ishita Agrawal Pooja Mathur (she/her) Meenakshi Kaushik Shilpa Saini Dr Rajesh Rana Komal Goswami Upma Dada Chawdhry Atul Dhawan Madhukar Kamath Ajay Kaul Amit Kumar Maurya Kumkum Kumar Meenakshi Bisht Narendra Kumar Dundu, PhD RAJAT MANDAL Aastha Sharma CA Vikas Mehra Anamika Sharma Preeti Vishwakarma Rupali Gupta Nilanjana Ghosh Jessy Joy Dr. Kakoli Roy Anupama Venkatesh Alina Kazmi Preeti Vishwakarma

🌟 Join us in transforming menstrual health of girls in Uttar Pradesh! 🌟 We're excited to lead the #MenstrualHygiene campaign with a series of impactful initiatives. Raising awareness among underserved rural communities to support in creating a #PeriodFriendlyWorld for all young girls! 🔹 Period Talks: Expert-led sessions spreading awareness about menstrual health. 🔹 Right Information: Sharing IEC materials in schools, community centers, and healthcare facilities #breakingmyths 🔹 Creative Engagements: Expression writing campaigns, community-led incinerator model-making drives, and period journals. 🔹 Celebrating Menstruators: Social media campaigns, storytelling events, and art exhibitions to break the taboo 🔹 Partnerships for Accessibility: Collaborating with local businesses to provide sanitary napkins to underserved communities. Our signature campaign, marked by hand imprints, symbolizes the commitment from parents and other community members to create a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. Together, we're rewriting the narrative around menstrual health, creating a brighter, healthier future for all girls. Support us in improving health outcomes for our youth and make a difference by donating here today- https://lnkd.in/gtY3etvJ Let's build a #PeriodFriendlyWorld together! 💪🌍❤️ #MenstrualHealth #CommunityImpact #Healthcare #PeriodFriendlyWorld #WhyShy #Menstrualday #Menstrualhealthmatters #PlanIndia #YoungChangemakers #storiesofindia #MenstrualHygiene #Empowerment #UPCampaign #PeriodWarriors

Shivam is a dedicated Plan India volunteer and #PeriodWarrior! He breaks menstrual taboos for awareness among both men and women. Growing up, Shivam faced silence whenever he asked about periods. His curiosity led him to join Plan India, where later on he became a peer educator through the Menstrual Health Education Project. Now, he’s fostering open conversations and building a supportive community. His efforts have successfully brought on 50 more volunteers who are now joining forces to educate many more people on the same important cause Plan India works with peer educators like Shivam, emphasizing that involving more men and boys and creating an environment where it's okay to talk about it openly is crucial. You can now support menstrual health initiatives and make a difference by Donating to - https://lnkd.in/gtY3etvJ https://lnkd.in/gjuxKTBn #PeriodFriendlyWorld #WhyShy #Menstrualday #Menstrualhealthmatters #PlanIndia #YoungChangemakers #storiesofindia Mohammed Asif Ishita Agrawal Kumkum Kumar Rajni Wadhwa Pooja Mathur (she/her) Savita Sabharwal Rupali Gupta Nilanjana Ghosh Shefali Jaswal Anup Hore Sanjiv kumar RAJAT MANDAL Sojan Joseph Meenakshi Bisht DEEPTI SINGH Shilpa Saini