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Women Hygiene Awareness Programme - 2021
Year: 2021
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Gender Equality, Mental Health & Safe Spaces
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,00,000
Budget Used
3,682
Total Reach
◎
526
Direct Beneficiaries
3,156
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 6
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Women Hygiene Awareness Programme (2021) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to improve menstrual hygiene awareness, personal health practices, and overall well-being of women and adolescent girls from underserved communities. The programme addressed critical gaps in hygiene knowledge, access to sanitary products, and social stigma surrounding menstrual health. With a total investment of ₹1,00,000, the programme reached 1,000 women and girls, directly benefiting 526 individuals and indirectly impacting 3,156 people across households and communities. The total outreach of 3,682 people reflects a strong multiplier effect (×6), demonstrating how hygiene awareness among women positively influences family health and community behavior.
Key Findings
- Hygiene awareness is critical for women’s health and dignity
- Low-cost interventions can produce large-scale health impact
- Community discussions reduce stigma and misinformation
- Women act as strong agents of health behavior change
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Women Hygiene Awareness Programme - 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,00,000 |
| Direct Impact | 526 |
| Indirect Impact | 3,156 |
| Total Reach | 3,682 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Deep-rooted cultural taboos and social stigma surrounding menstruation
- Initial discomfort and hesitation among adolescent girls
- Limited access to affordable and quality hygiene products
- Lack of private sanitation facilities in some households
- Limited involvement of male family members
- Need for repeated engagement to reinforce behavior change
Learnings
- Creating safe, non-judgmental spaces enables open dialogue
- Peer-to-peer discussions are highly effective
- Visual demonstrations improve understanding
- Involving local women leaders increases trust
- Continuous engagement is essential for sustained behavior change
Methodology
- Review of programme expenditure, attendance, and activity records
- Interaction with women and adolescent girls through interviews and group discussions
- Observation of hygiene awareness sessions and demonstrations
- Household-level discussions to assess behavior change and knowledge transfer
- Cross-verification with field staff, health workers, and community facilitators
Impact Analysis
- Improved menstrual hygiene management knowledge
- Increased use of safe and hygienic sanitary products
- Adoption of proper washing, drying, and disposal practices
- Reduced fear, myths, and misconceptions
- Improved physical health and reduced infection risk
Conclusion
The Women Hygiene Awareness Programme (2021) successfully generated significant health and social impact by reaching 3,682 people through a focused, inclusive, and highly cost-effective intervention. By breaking long-standing taboos and empowering women and girls with accurate knowledge, the programme contributed to improved health outcomes, enhanced dignity, and greater gender equality—affirming women’s health awareness as a cornerstone of sustainable community development.
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