Ahmednagar: October 2024: Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK) organized a health awareness session for adolescent girls in Adraki Khurd, Vadgaon and Malwadi villages, in Phaltan block. This session was part of the ‘Rural Health and Nutrition' project supported by Cummins India Foundation. A total of 53 adolescent girls participated.

The coordinator, Mr. Vilas Alhat, welcomed the participants and resource person, Mrs. Anita Sonawane. The main objective was to educate adolescent girls about personal health, hygiene, menstrual cycles, diet, and nutrition. Mrs. Anita Sonawane discussed physical and psychological changes during adolescence. She explained reproductive health risks, contraceptives, and sexually transmitted diseases. Important topics like sexual abuse and substance abuse were also covered. 

This health awareness program aimed at empowering adolescent girls in Bhoyare Gangarda Adraki Khurd, Vadgaon and Malwadi villages with crucial knowledge. By understanding their bodies and health needs better, these adolescents can make informed choices.

BGVK's initiative aligns with their mission of holistic empowerment for women. More such educational sessions are planned to benefit adolescent girls across Ahmednagar's rural areas.