Introduction To Project Sakhi Shakti

We are pleased to present a proposal for “Project Sakhi Shakti” - an impactful project aimed at eradicating malnourishment among adolescent girls from tribal communities in the Palghar district. Malnutrition remains a major challenge in India, especially among marginalized communities, where access to quality healthcare, nutrition, and education is limited.

Background Information

The Palghar district in Maharashtra has a high prevalence of malnourishment among adolescent girls. The tribal communities in the district, in particular, face several challenges that hinder their access to healthcare and nutrition. Poor dietary habits, lack of awareness about healthcare, and inadequate healthcare infrastructure are some of the main factors contributing to the high prevalence of malnutrition among adolescent girls in the district.

Project Goals & Objectives

Our primary objective is to improve the community’s nutritional status through access to quality healthcare and education. We aim to achieve this by implementing a comprehensive health and nutrition program that includes regular health checkups, nutrition counseling, and health education for adolescent girls. Our specific objectives include

• To enroll 1000 adolescent girls from tribal communities in Palghar district in the program
• To conduct weekly health checkups and nutrition counseling sessions for the enrolled girls
• To provide micronutrient supplements to the enrolled girls as required
• To provide health education to the enrolled girls and their families on the importance of proper nutrition and healthcare

Supporting Data

Addressing malnutrition among adolescent girls is critical to improving the health and well-being of the community and promoting sustainable development.

• The problem is severe in rural and tribal areas, where poverty and inadequate access to healthcare facilities and nutritional resources prevail.
• Malnourished adolescent girls suffer from various health problems, including stunted growth, anemia, and micronutrient deficiencies, which significantly impact their physical and mental well-being.
• Malnourishment has adverse consequences on the social and economic development of the community, with higher healthcare costs and reduced productivity and earning potential.