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On World Health Day, as we reflect on the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures”, we honour the women who turned gardens into movements—and challenges into change. In the underdeveloped districts of Bihar and Jharkhand, women continue to face daily challenges in accessing requisite nutrition and healthcare. Limited resources, poverty, and lack of awareness lead to nutritional deficiency — a silent crisis that demands sustainable, community-driven solutions. Plan India launched the Poshan Vatika – Harit se Poshan project across 103 villages in six districts of Bihar and Jharkhand to tackle this issue. The initiative promoted nutritional gardens and empowered communities to take charge of their health and nutrition. 5,000 women across 103 villages came together to grow more than just gardens—they grew self-reliance, health, and hope for their communities. We’re proud to share that this grassroots initiative has now been published as a case study in the internationally reputed Indian Journal of Community Health—a rare honour for development work of this scale. The project stands as a model for improving women’s health and nutritional security through sustainable, localized solutions.  This achievement is a tribute to every woman who sowed the seeds of change, and to our partners who stood by us every step of the way. Let’s continue growing stronger, together. Read the full report at: https://lnkd.in/gefwgAcR #PoshanVatika #PlanIndia #NutritionSecurity #WomenLedChange #HealthForAll #CommunityHealth #HaritSePoshan #WorldHealthDay #HealthyBeginningsHopefulFutures

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) are among the leading causes of death in India. Digital health access, patient tracking, and community-level intervention can play an important role in effective prevention and management. Plan India’s Young Health Programme (YHP), in collaboration with NHM, NPCDCS, and BBMP, organized a Healthcare Orientation Program in Bengaluru yesterday, equipping 90 frontline healthcare professionals with advanced skills and tools to enhance NCD care. Experts like Dr Smita Rawat (Regional Health Office, Govt. of India), Dr Venketesh (BBMP-Govt. of Karnataka), and Dr Adarsh (NCD-Cell, Govt. of India) shared insights on strengthening early intervention, integrating NCD management into primary healthcare, and improving grassroots implementation. Dr. Myl Kumaran (WHO-NCD) introduced global best practices, while Dr. Pallavi Mishra (Swasthya Sankalp, IPE Global Karnataka) conducted a session on optimizing digital health tools like the National NCD Portal for better patient tracking and care. This milestone was made possible by AstraZeneca India’s unwavering support to the Young Health Programme aimed at strengthening India’s healthcare workforce and driving real, lasting change. #YoungHealthProgram #NPCDCS #BBMP #NCDPrevention #PlanIndia #AstraZeneca #HealthForAll #PublicHealthImpact

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𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝗴𝘆𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝗸𝗮 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮’𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 In Delhi, 91 young innovators - 60% of them girls—recently showcased real-world solutions at Vigyaan ka Karkhana, a science exhibition under Plan India’s STEM education initiative for children from our sponsored communities. For many children, especially girls, access to STEM learning is limited. Science is often taught through rote learning, making it difficult to apply concepts to real-life challenges. But over the past year, Plan India introduced STEM education, hands-on learning methods and mentorship via school teachers that sparked problem-solving and leadership—especially among girls. The exhibition was a powerful outcome of this intervention —students developed working models addressing issues like road safety, environmental conservation, and community well-being. Girls took the lead in building these projects, proving that given the chance, they could be future innovators. Your support can help us expand STEM learning for children in underserved communities. When you invest in education, you fuel the next generation of scientists, engineers, and change-makers. Mohammed Asif Pooja Mathur Upma Dada Chawdhry, Prasada Rao, Shireen Jejeebhoy, Ajay Kaul Ishita Agrawal Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Komal Goswami Dr Rajesh Rana Rajni Wadhwa Savita Sabharwal Sonal Birla Narendra Kumar Dundu, PhD Rupali Gupta Anamika Sharma #STEMeducation #ScienceExhibition #ChildDevelopment #Innovation #GirlsinSTEM #PlanIndia #CommunityDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #SponsoredChildren #Educationinstem

🌍💪 The climate crisis is NOT gender neutral! Women and marginalized communities face greater risks, yet they are key to leading solutions. That’s why gender equality must be at the heart of climate action. 💡✨ And coming soon… our Youth Leadership Academy Ambassadors will launch gender-responsive climate actions through 8 youth-led seed grant projects across the region! Stay tuned for more updates as they drive real change. 🚀🌿 Yayasan Plan International Indonesia #YouthLeadershipAcademy #LeadingTheCharge #GenderAndClimateAction #YouthInAction #PlanAsiaPacific #PlanIndonesia #PlanIndia #PlanVietnam #PlanPhilippines #PlanThailand #PlanInternational 

Plan India Wins Big at Digixx 2025 Under Reckitt’s thought leadership! 🎉🏆 We are proud to be recognized at the Digixx 2025 Summit & Awards, winning two Golds and a Bronze for our impact-driven initiatives in partnership with Reckitt. These awards reaffirm our shared commitment to driving social change through digital-first solutions and community engagement. 🏆 Gold – Best Community Engagement Campaign | Self-Care for New Moms and Kids Under 5 With Reckitt’s support, this initiative empowers new mothers in underserved communities through self-care awareness, digital interventions, and on-ground outreach, ensuring better maternal and child health outcomes. 🏆 Gold – Experiential Marketing | Durex The Birds and Bees Talk Through Asia’s first-ever Consent Café, interactive school programs, and large-scale awareness campaigns, this initiative is sparking critical conversations on consent, protection, and gender inclusivity among adolescents. 🥉 Bronze – PR/ORM | Durex The Birds and Bees Talk With strategic storytelling and digital advocacy, the program has amplified youth voices and helped shape narratives around informed decision-making and safer spaces. A huge thank you to our partners for their unwavering support and to Ravi B. Gaurav Jain, Reckitt, Durex India, Banega Swasth India for leading the way in impactful, purpose-driven initiatives. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive future. #PlanIndia #Reckitt #Digixx2025 #SocialImpact #DigitalForGood #CommunityEngagement #EmpowerChange #AwardWinningImpact Mohammed Asif Pooja Mathur Upma Dada Chawdhry, Prasada Rao, Shireen Jejeebhoy, Ajay Kaul Ishita Agrawal Madhukar Kamath Atul Dhawan Komal Goswami Dr Rajesh Rana Rajni Wadhwa Savita Sabharwal 

𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝘆 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗳𝗳:  𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘐𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘖𝘣𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘳 While Earth Hour is officially 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, we at Plan India decided to take action today by demonstrating our commitment to climate action by observing Earth Hour in the office from  𝟭:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟮:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠. Our team collectively switched off non-essential lights and electrical appliances, stepping outside to enjoy the fresh air and connect with nature. This symbolic gesture reflects our "𝗞𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘃𝘆𝗮" (𝗱𝘂𝘁𝘆) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 "𝗦𝗲𝘄𝗮" (𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲) towards our planet. This initiative underscores our 𝘂𝗻𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲,  a cornerstone of our work. We actively engage in awareness campaigns, and sustainable agriculture initiatives, and empower youth in climate change discussions. 🌿 🌍 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄! 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁?  Switch off your non-essential lights for one hour and take a step towards a sustainable future. Every action, no matter how small, makes a difference! #EarthHour #ClimateAction #Sustainability #PlanIndia #CorporateResponsibility #EnvironmentalAwareness #Kartavya #Sewa #SwitchOffForChange

YLA Journey: June – December 2024 🌍 40 inspiring Youth Ambassadors from 5 countries have been unstoppable! 🚀 From leadership workshops, global events, to countless achievements along the way 🎉. This is just the beginning—2025 will bring even more impact with 8 youth-led seed grant projects and exciting activities ahead! 💪✨ #YouthLeadershipAcademy #LeadingTheCharge #GenderAndClimateAction #YouthInAction #PlanAsiaPacific #PlanIndonesia #PlanIndia #PlanVietnam #PlanPhilippines #PlanThailand #PlanInternational 

90.3% of girls are in school. But what about the rest? Millions of girls in India still face barriers like poverty, lack of resources, and social norms, that keep them away from learning. Why stop at 90.3% when we can reach 100%? Your tax-saving 80G donation can help bridge the gap and ensure every child has access to quality learning. Give today, change a life, and save on taxes. Donate today and claim your 80G tax benefits - https://lnkd.in/gaE3t75M (source - UDISE report) #StopDropouts #EducationMatters #TaxSaving #80G #PlanIndia #InvestInEducation

Imagine the classrooms emptying. In India, 5.2% of students leave by middle school, 10.9% by secondary. With 24.80 Crore students, millions of futures lost. And, girls face disproportionate challenges. Support them in staying in school because education is the key stepping stone to success. Your tax-deductible donation to Plan India provides targeted support, root cause solutions, and advocacy. This tax season, be a lifeline. Invest in education, and claim your 80G tax benefits. Donate today and claim your 80G tax benefits - https://lnkd.in/gaE3t75M (source - UDISE report) #StopDropouts #EducationMatters #TaxSaving #80G #PlanIndia #InvestInEducation