Annual Report 2022–2023

Parivartan – The Change

Protecting Rivers, Empowering Youth, and Expanding Menstrual Health Awareness

Introduction

The year 2022–23 was about linking menstrual health with environmental sustainability,
expanding awareness among students, and extending outreach to rural and tribal communities. From protecting
the River Bhagirathi in Uttarakashi from menstrual waste to educating schoolchildren in Uttarakhand, Haryana,
and Madhya Pradesh, Parivartan continued its mission of health, dignity, and ecological responsibility.

Detailed Initiatives

Green Health Project – Uttarkashi

In partnership with Sirona Hygiene Foundation and the Women & Child Development Department,
Parivartan conducted workshops in multiple villages and auditoriums across Uttarkashi. The project highlighted
the dangers of non-biodegradable menstrual waste polluting the River Bhagirathi. Women, students, and local
authorities participated enthusiastically, committing to eco-friendly menstrual practices.

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Project Nidaan – Haryana Police Academy

At Madhuban Police Academy, 250 policewomen participated in Project Nidaan workshops.
Led by senior officers, the sessions provided awareness on sustainable menstrual choices and broke social
taboos. Participants appreciated the practical benefits of menstrual cups, citing comfort during long hours of duty.

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Awareness Workshops in Schools

Between August and December 2022, hundreds of students from Ambala, Karnal, Lansdowne,
and Ranikhet Army Schools attended workshops on sex education, puberty, and menstrual health. Sessions encouraged
open dialogue, breaking silence and stigma. Teachers reported improved student confidence and willingness to
ask questions without hesitation.

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Project Katyayani – Collaboration with U and N Foundation

Project Katyayani focused on empowering students in Army Schools with knowledge on menstrual
health and reproductive education. Safe spaces were created for discussion, enabling students to overcome myths
and shame. Girls expressed gratitude for learning about their bodies in a supportive environment.

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Community Outreach in Badnawar, Madhya Pradesh

Parivartan partnered with Bharat Vikas Parishad to reach tribal, rural, and semi-urban
students in Government Girls’ Senior Secondary School, Badnawar. The session emphasized menstrual hygiene as a
right, not a privilege. Students were equipped with eco-friendly solutions and encouraged to break taboos
in their communities.

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Partnerships & Collaborators

✔ Sirona Hygiene Foundation – Green Health and Pre-Puberty programs

✔ Women & Child Development Department, Uttarakhand – support for Uttarkashi project

✔ Haryana Police Academy – collaboration for Project Nidaan

✔ U and N Foundation – Project Katyayani in Army Schools

✔ Bharat Vikas Parishad – community outreach in Badnawar

Impact & Outcomes

• 500+ women and students sensitized in Uttarkashi on eco-friendly menstrual practices

• 250 policewomen empowered at Haryana Police Academy

• Hundreds of students reached in schools across Haryana and Army Schools in Uttarakhand

• Dozens of girls supported in overcoming menstrual myths through Project Katyayani

• Tribal and rural students in Badnawar gained access to health education for the first time

SDG Alignment

✅ SDG 3 – Good Health & Well-being: Improved awareness of menstrual and reproductive health

✅ SDG 4 – Quality Education: School workshops supported holistic learning

✅ SDG 5 – Gender Equality: Women and girls empowered to make informed health choices

✅ SDG 6 – Clean Water & Sanitation: Eco-friendly practices reduced pollution in rivers

✅ SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities & Communities: Police and community outreach built resilience

✅ SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production: Promotion of menstrual cups reduced waste

Closing Reflections

2022–23 was a year of linking health with environment. By protecting rivers from
waste, equipping policewomen with sustainable choices, and educating young students, Parivartan made
long-lasting contributions to health, dignity, and ecological responsibility. The year reaffirmed our
belief that awareness and empowerment can ripple outward, creating healthier societies and cleaner
environments.