Humari Beti Humari Durga: Adolescent Health & Early Marriage Awareness Campaign
Introduction
Humari Beti Humari Durga is a school-based awareness initiative aimed at addressing early marriage, teenage pregnancy, and adolescent reproductive health. Conducted at a Government Girlsโ School, the campaign focused on empowering young girls with knowledge about health risks, family planning, and informed decision-making.
Background & Rationale
Early marriage remains a significant public health concern, particularly in developing regions, where it contributes to teenage pregnancy, maternal complications, and interrupted education.
Adolescent girls often lack access to accurate reproductive health information, making them vulnerable to misinformation and societal pressure. This initiative aimed to bridge that gap through structured, age-appropriate education.
Objectives
- To raise awareness about early marriage and its consequences
- To educate students about teenage pregnancy and associated health risks
- To introduce concepts of family planning and contraception
- To encourage informed and responsible decision-making
- To promote open discussion around adolescent health
Methodology
Teaching Approach
An interactive, student-friendly strategy was adopted:
- Use of real-life examples to simplify complex concepts
- Demonstrations to enhance understanding
- Open discussions to encourage participation
- Quiz-based reinforcement of key topics
Key Topics Covered
- Family planning and reproductive health
- Health risks and complications of teenage pregnancy
- Overview of contraceptive methods
- Social and educational impact of early marriage
Participation & Engagement
The session saw active involvement from students, with high levels of curiosity and participation throughout. Interactive discussions created a safe space for addressing sensitive topics.
Learning Outcomes
Participants demonstrated improved understanding of:
- Risks associated with early marriage
- Medical complications of teenage pregnancy
- Importance of reproductive health awareness
Assessment & Feedback
- A structured quiz session reinforced key concepts
- Feedback highlighted the session as:
- Informative
- Relevant
- Empowering
Impact
The campaign contributed to:
- Breaking myths surrounding early marriage and adolescent pregnancy
- Encouraging open conversations on reproductive health
- Promoting awareness-driven decision-making among students
- Highlighting the importance of education and healthcare access
Conclusion
Humari Beti Humari Durga successfully created awareness among adolescent girls regarding early marriage and reproductive health. The initiative demonstrated that school-based interventions can play a crucial role in shaping informed and health-conscious individuals.
Project Team
Team Leader: Srinjoy Ghosh
Team Members:
Ananya Bhattacharya, Debargha Mitra, Soumyajit De, Suryadipta Chandra
Faculty Coordinator: Prof. (Dr.) Arunima Chaudhuri
Student Coordinator: Sania Fatima Khan
Project Media
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Focus Keyword
- adolescent health awareness program
Secondary Keywords
- early marriage awareness campaign
- teenage pregnancy education
- reproductive health education for girls
- contraception awareness students
