Partnership and collaboration are the keys to success in the any program. Anganwadi Sevika’s and ASHA workers, as frontline heroes, ensure the program’s success by supporting nutrition and maternal child health at the grassroots level, reaching every village beneficiary to implement the Aradhya Foundation’s project.

 

On 18th October 2024, Aradhya Foundation & ICDS Poshan Abhiyan Join Hands for Nutrition & Health Awareness

 

Supplemental Nutrition & Awareness Program for Pregnant & New Mothers in Garibi Hatav Jhopadpatti Zone No. 1, Vijapur Naka, Solapur

 

Aradhya Foundation, in collaboration with ICDS Poshan Abhiyan, Aanganwadi Sevikas, and ASHA workers, organized a comprehensive nutrition and health awareness program for pregnant and new mothers in Garibi Hatav Jhopadpatti Zone No. 1, Vijapur Naka.

 

The program aimed to promote Antenatal Care (ANC) and Postnatal Care (PNC) practices, ensuring the well-being of mothers and newborns. Key initiatives included:

•⁠  ⁠Distribution of supplemental nutrition food to pregnant and lactating women

•⁠  ⁠Awareness sessions on ANC and PNC, emphasizing regular health check-ups and proper nutrition

•⁠  ⁠Interactive workshops on healthy eating habits, hygiene, and childcare practices

 

Ms. Vahida Sayyed, along with Mr. Vitthal Halsangi and Tarun Vilasagar, MSW students from Walchand College and representatives of Aradhya Foundation, stated, “Empowering mothers with knowledge and resources is crucial for a healthy start for their children. We appreciate ICDS Poshan Abhiyan and frontline workers’ support.”

 

This initiative is part of Aradhya Foundation’s ongoing efforts to improve maternal and child health in underserved communities.