What We Do – Health
Pahal Swasthya – Dignity Through Awareness
Pahal Swasthya – Breaking Barriers
Our menstrual health and hygiene initiative empowers girls and women by breaking long-standing taboos, raising awareness, and improving access to essential hygiene resources. Through interactive sessions, community engagement, and strategic collaborations, we educate students, teachers, and families about menstruation, adolescent changes, and eco-friendly hygiene practices.
The program is built on the belief that periods should never be a barrier to education, dignity, or opportunity. By transforming schools into safe, period-friendly spaces and encouraging open dialogue, we are working toward a healthier, more informed, and more inclusive society—starting with the communities of Kishanganj district.
Key Objectives of Pahal Swasthya
Create Period-Friendly Schools
Ensure educational institutions provide clean, private, and safe hygiene facilities that support menstruating students with dignity.
Encourage Open Conversations
Establish safe, non-judgmental spaces for girls, boys, teachers, and families to talk openly about menstruation.
Raise Menstrual Health Awareness
Conduct interactive workshops about menstrual hygiene, reproductive health, and correct product usage.
Dispel Myths and Misconceptions
Challenge harmful taboos by fostering scientific understanding and respectful dialogue about menstruation.
Strengthen Collaborations
Partner with local organizations, schools, and health workers to scale menstrual health education.
Our Future Goal: Reaching One Lakh Women and Girls
Pahal Swasthya aspires to create a district-wide movement for menstrual dignity. Over the next phase, we aim to reach 1,00,000 girls and women across Kishanganj district with awareness sessions and hygiene kits.
- Build period-friendly ecosystems in schools and community spaces
- Promote eco-friendly menstrual practices
- Empower adolescent girls as peer educators
Current Progress: 800+ women surveyed
Current Impact of Pahal Swasthya
Surveys Conducted
800+
Across Kishanganj district to understand menstrual health challenges
Workshops Held
25+
Interactive sessions in schools and communities
Voices from the Community
"Before Pahal Swasthya, my daughter would miss school during her periods. Now she understands it's natural and has the confidence to manage her hygiene at school."
Rashmi Devi
Mother & Community Member
"The sessions helped our students overcome embarrassment and ask questions openly. We've seen attendance improve, especially among girls."
Priya Sharma
School Teacher
Join the Movement for Menstrual Dignity
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