{"id":819,"date":"2026-07-29T08:06:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:06:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parivartanthechange.com\/?page_id=819"},"modified":"2026-07-29T08:07:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:07:12","slug":"2025-26","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/parivartanthechange.com\/?page_id=819","title":{"rendered":"2025-26"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Annual Report 2025\u20132026<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PARIVARTAN \u2013 THE CHANGE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Building Human Potential. Strengthening Communities. Creating Sustainable Change.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">About Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan \u2013 The Change is a multidisciplinary development institution working at the intersection of <strong>public health, education, gender equity, livelihoods, skill development, sanitation and community empowerment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our work is founded on the understanding that developmental challenges rarely exist in isolation. Health influences education; education shapes employability; employability strengthens economic independence; and dignity remains central to every stage of human development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan therefore designs and implements integrated, community-centred interventions that combine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>awareness and capacity building,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>preventive healthcare,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>educational support,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>skill development,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>infrastructure improvement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>behaviour change communication,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community mobilisation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>institutional partnerships, and sustained follow-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Through collaborations with corporate partners, government institutions, schools, healthcare professionals, civil-society organisations and grassroots communities, Parivartan transforms developmental intent into measurable and sustainable impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Message from the Managing Trustee<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Development is often spoken of in numbers. Yet behind every number is a life, a struggle, an aspiration and a possibility waiting to be realised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Parivartan \u2013 The Change, we believe that meaningful development begins when people are not merely treated as beneficiaries, but recognised as informed participants in their own progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During 2025\u201326, our work extended across menstrual health, preventive healthcare, school development, educational infrastructure, sustainable menstrual management, artisan health, livelihood skills, digital literacy and women\u2019s economic empowerment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A girl gained the confidence to speak about menstruation without shame.<br>A policewoman discovered a safer and more sustainable menstrual choice.<br>A child received a dignified place to sit and learn.<br>An artisan accessed preventive healthcare closer to the workplace.<br>A woman at our skill centre began acquiring the confidence to earn independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these outcomes represents a step towards a more equitable society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We remain deeply grateful to <strong>Seagull Pharma, Indraprastha Gas Limited, AIACA, Haryana Police Academy, government schools, medical professionals, trainers, volunteers and community stakeholders<\/strong> for walking with us on this journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our commitment remains unwavering: to create development that is inclusive, accountable, dignified and capable of enduring beyond the duration of a project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dr. Sangeeta Paul Budhiraja<\/strong><br>Managing Trustee<br><strong>Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>The Year in Perspective<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The year 2025\u201326 represented a period of consolidation, expansion and institutional growth for Parivartan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our programmes addressed critical developmental gaps through four interconnected areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health and Well-being<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preventive healthcare, eye screening, menstrual health education, reproductive-health awareness, cancer awareness and general health assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Education and School Transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adolescent education, school health, classroom furniture support, sanitation improvement and the creation of dignified learning environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Women, Skills and Livelihoods<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vocational training, spoken English, computer education, personality development, financial literacy and pathways to self-employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustainability and Behaviour Change<\/strong> Promotion of reusable menstrual products, responsible consumption, environmental awareness and sustained community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Impact at a Glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>13 States<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reached through Project Swabhiman and associated menstrual-health and community interventions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1,75,000+<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sanitary pads and intimate hygiene products distributed through awareness-led outreach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3,370+<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doctors and medical professionals engaged through Project Swabhiman\u2019s wider outreach network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1,203<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Women personnel of the Haryana Police Academy trained under Project Nidaan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1,203<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Menstrual cups distributed with practical guidance and structured follow-up support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>95<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Desks and benches provided to improve classroom dignity and learning conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Multiple Communities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reached through general health screening, eye check-ups, menstrual hygiene education, school support and livelihood initiatives. Project Swabhiman combined menstrual-health education, community outreach, product access and educational infrastructure support across thirteen states. Project Nidaan registered and engaged 1,203 women personnel and distributed menstrual cups to all participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Our Development Practice Areas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Public Health and Preventive Care<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Healthcare Before Crisis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Limited access to preventive services often causes manageable health concerns to remain undetected until they become serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan\u2019s public-health interventions bring awareness, screening and early guidance closer to communities. Our approach combines clinical services with health education so that beneficiaries understand not only their present health status but also the importance of preventive practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Areas of Work<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>general health screening,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>blood-pressure assessment,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>basic clinical consultation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>eye examinations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>menstrual-health education,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>adolescent and women\u2019s health,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>breast and cervical cancer awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>urinary and reproductive infection prevention,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hygiene counselling,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>referral guidance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Development Contribution<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These interventions promote early detection, reduce avoidable health risks and improve health-seeking behaviour among underserved communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 17 \u2013 Partnerships for the Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. School Transformation and Educational Dignity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Child\u2019s Learning Environment Matters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan views school development as more than classroom teaching. A safe, healthy and enabling educational environment requires suitable infrastructure, sanitation, health awareness, emotional confidence and community support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the year, our work in schools integrated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>adolescent-health education,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>menstrual-hygiene awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>school furniture distribution,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>classroom support,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hygiene promotion,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sanitation improvement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>teacher engagement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community sensitisation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The distribution of desks and benches under Project Swabhiman addressed a fundamental but often overlooked educational need. Children who had previously studied without adequate classroom furniture were provided with improved seating and a more dignified learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A desk is not merely an item of furniture. It supports posture, participation, concentration, confidence and a child\u2019s sense of belonging within the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 6 \u2013 Clean Water and Sanitation<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Women\u2019s Empowerment and Gender Equity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From Information to Agency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Women\u2019s empowerment requires more than awareness. It requires access to knowledge, skills, health services, economic opportunity and the confidence to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan\u2019s gender-focused programmes bring together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>menstrual dignity,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reproductive-health literacy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>preventive healthcare,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sustainable menstrual management,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>breast and cervical cancer awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vocational skills,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>financial literacy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>communication skills,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital inclusion,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enterprise readiness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Women and adolescent girls are engaged not as passive recipients but as partners capable of influencing families, institutions and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 8 \u2013 Decent Work and Economic Growth<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Livelihoods, Skills and Entrepreneurship<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Project HUNAR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skills for Livelihoods. Confidence for Life.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project HUNAR is Parivartan\u2019s institutional skill-development initiative designed to equip women and youth with market-oriented vocational abilities, communication skills, digital capability and financial awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Implemented through the <strong>Parivartan Skill Development Centre at Indore<\/strong>, HUNAR recognises that technical skills alone do not guarantee economic independence. Individuals also require confidence, professional communication, digital familiarity and the ability to manage money responsibly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beauty and Wellness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants receive practical exposure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>hair care,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>skin care,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>personal grooming,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>makeup,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hygiene and sanitation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salon practices,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>customer handling,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workplace discipline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme creates pathways for employment in salons, home-based services and micro-enterprise development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tailoring and Apparel Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Training covers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cutting and stitching,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>measurement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>garment construction,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>alteration,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>finishing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>basic design skills,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>boutique orientation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>home-enterprise development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants are encouraged to use their skills for employment, supplementary household income or independent enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Computer Education and Digital Literacy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learners are introduced to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>computer fundamentals,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>typing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>document creation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MS Office,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>internet usage,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>email,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>online applications,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital payments,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>access to government and essential online services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spoken English and Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Training strengthens:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>functional spoken English,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>everyday conversation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workplace communication,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pronunciation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>presentation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>public interaction,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>interview confidence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Personality Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sessions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>confidence building,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>communication skills,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>body language,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>professional grooming,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>time management,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>teamwork,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>leadership,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>interview preparation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>workplace etiquette.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Financial Literacy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants receive practical guidance on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>banking,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>savings,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>household budgeting,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPI and digital payments,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>responsible borrowing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>government financial schemes,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>basic business planning,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>income and expenditure management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Intended Outcomes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>improved employability,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>increased workforce participation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>stronger communication,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enhanced digital confidence,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>women-led micro-enterprises,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>better financial decision-making,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>improved household economic resilience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 1 \u2013 No Poverty<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 8 \u2013 Decent Work and Economic Growth<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 9 \u2013 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Flagship Programmes and Partnerships<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Project Swabhiman<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From Silence to Self-Belief<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Supported by: Seagull Pharma<\/strong><br><strong>Implemented by: Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Swabhiman was implemented as an integrated menstrual-health, educational-inclusion and community-development initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although menstrual dignity remained at its core, the programme extended well beyond hygiene-product distribution. It addressed the broader ecosystem affecting the health, education and confidence of girls and women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major Components<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>menstrual-health awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>puberty and adolescent education,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>myth and stigma reduction,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community engagement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>involvement of medical professionals,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>distribution of menstrual-hygiene products,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>school furniture distribution,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>improvement of learning environments,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sanitation and hygiene support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Geographic Reach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Swabhiman established a presence across thirteen states and union territories, demonstrating the scalability and adaptability of Parivartan\u2019s awareness-led model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Achievements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>13 states reached,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1,75,000+ sanitary pads and intimate hygiene wipes distributed,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3,370+ doctors involved,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>750+ adolescent girls directly educated,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1,000+ women engaged,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>95 desks and benches distributed,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>schools and communities supported through health and educational interventions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The project\u2019s documented framework emphasises menstrual health, behavioural change, educational inclusion, product accessibility and infrastructure support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Development Significance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Swabhiman demonstrated that menstrual dignity is inseparable from education, gender equality and institutional support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By combining knowledge with access and infrastructure, the programme created healthier and more inclusive environments in which girls could learn, participate and grow with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 17 \u2013 Partnerships for the Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Project Nidaan<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustainable Menstrual Health for Women in Uniform<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CSR Partner: Indraprastha Gas Limited<\/strong><br><strong>Institutional Partner: Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban<\/strong><br><strong>Implemented by: Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Nidaan was designed to promote sustainable menstrual management and preventive women\u2019s health among female staff and recruits of the Haryana Police Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The intervention brought together health education, practical demonstration, eco-friendly menstrual products, cancer awareness and structured follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Programme Components<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>comprehensive menstrual-hygiene education,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>urinary-tract infection prevention,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>practical menstrual-cup demonstrations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>product distribution,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>guidance on use and sterilisation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>breast cancer awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cervical cancer awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>life-size anatomy models and interactive learning,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>individual counselling,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>three-month follow-up,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital monitoring and reporting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Achievements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1,203 women personnel registered and trained,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100% coverage of registered participants,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1,203 menstrual cups distributed,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>participants represented multiple police ranks,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>size-specific allocation undertaken,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>three-month guided support provided,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital monitoring strengthened accountability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Project Nidaan exceeded its original target of 1,200 participants and achieved full participation among the 1,203 women registered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Development Significance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nidaan connected women\u2019s health with environmental responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By introducing reusable menstrual products alongside accurate information and follow-up support, the programme created a replicable model for sustainable menstrual-health interventions within large institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 12 \u2013 Responsible Consumption and Production<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 13 \u2013 Climate Action<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 17 \u2013 Partnerships for the Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Artisan and Community Health Initiative<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Protecting Health. Preserving Livelihoods.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organised by: AIACA<\/strong><br><strong>Health Intervention by: Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/strong><br><strong>Location: Tajpur Pahadi, Badarpur, Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An integrated health outreach initiative was organised for artisans, craftspersons and residents of the local community at Tajpur Pahadi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artisans frequently work for long hours under demanding conditions, often with limited access to regular preventive healthcare. Visual difficulties, musculoskeletal strain and untreated general-health concerns can directly affect both their well-being and livelihood productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Services Provided<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>eye examinations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>general health check-ups,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>menstrual-hygiene education,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>preventive-health counselling,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>basic referral guidance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Development Significance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme connected healthcare with livelihood security by recognising that the well-being of artisans is essential to preserving both household income and India\u2019s traditional craft heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 8 \u2013 Decent Work and Economic Growth<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 10 \u2013 Reduced Inequalities<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 17 \u2013 Partnerships for the Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community Infrastructure and Sanitation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dignity Must Be Built into Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan continued to advocate for safe, hygienic and dignified infrastructure in underserved educational institutions and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our interventions and advocacy included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>school furniture support,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>toilet renovation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sanitation assessment,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hygiene awareness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>engagement with education authorities,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mobilisation of CSR support,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>identification of schools requiring infrastructure assistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We recognise that inadequate sanitation disproportionately affects girls, particularly after puberty. A lack of functional toilets, privacy and handwashing facilities can influence attendance, health, confidence and educational continuity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 5 \u2013 Gender Equality<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 6 \u2013 Clean Water and Sanitation<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 9 \u2013 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure<\/strong><br><strong>SDG 11 \u2013 Sustainable Cities and Communities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Our Institutional Approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan\u2019s interventions are guided by a structured developmental process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Understand<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community needs and institutional gaps are identified through consultation, observation and stakeholder engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Co-design<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interventions are developed in collaboration with institutions and communities to ensure relevance and ownership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Educate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beneficiaries receive scientifically accurate, accessible and context-sensitive information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enable<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowledge is supported through services, products, infrastructure, skills and referral pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Empower<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals gain the confidence and capability to make informed health, education and livelihood decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow-up, monitoring, partnerships and institutional engagement support continuity beyond the immediate intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Development Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SDGs Advanced<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Preventive Healthcare and Eye Care<\/td><td>SDG 3, SDG 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Menstrual Health and Women\u2019s Well-being<\/td><td>SDG 3, SDG 5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>School Transformation and Furniture Support<\/td><td>SDG 4, SDG 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>School Sanitation and Hygiene<\/td><td>SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Project HUNAR and Skill Development<\/td><td>SDG 1, SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 8, SDG 9, SDG 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sustainable Menstrual Management<\/td><td>SDG 5, SDG 12, SDG 13<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Artisan and Community Health<\/td><td>SDG 3, SDG 8, SDG 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Community Infrastructure<\/td><td>SDG 4, SDG 6, SDG 9, SDG 11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CSR and Institutional Partnerships<\/td><td>SDG 16, SDG 17<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Our programmes do not approach the Sustainable Development Goals as isolated targets. They advance them as interconnected pathways towards health, dignity, opportunity and resilient communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Partners in Development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan gratefully acknowledges the organisations and institutions that supported, hosted and strengthened its work during the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CSR and Supporting Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Seagull Pharma<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indraprastha Gas Limited<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Institutional and Programme Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All India Artisans and Craftworkers Welfare Association<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>educational institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>healthcare professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community organisations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>trainers and volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Partner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Initiative<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Development Focus<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Seagull Pharma<\/td><td>Project Swabhiman<\/td><td>Menstrual dignity, adolescent health, school development and community awareness<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indraprastha Gas Limited<\/td><td>Project Nidaan<\/td><td>Sustainable menstrual management and preventive women\u2019s health<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AIACA<\/td><td>Artisan Health Initiative<\/td><td>Preventive healthcare for artisans and local residents<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Haryana Police Academy<\/td><td>Project Nidaan<\/td><td>Institutional mobilisation and participation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Government Schools<\/td><td>School Transformation<\/td><td>Health education, furniture, sanitation and learning support<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the coming year, Parivartan will focus on consolidating and expanding its work across:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>preventive and community healthcare,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>eye health,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>menstrual dignity,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>adolescent development,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>school sanitation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>classroom infrastructure,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>skill development,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>women\u2019s livelihoods,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital literacy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>financial capability,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community-based follow-up systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We also seek to strengthen partnerships with corporate institutions, government departments, foundations, schools, hospitals and development agencies that share our commitment to inclusive and sustainable change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our future direction will emphasise:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>evidence-based programme design,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>measurable impact indicators,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>digital monitoring,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>replicable implementation models,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>convergence with public systems,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>community ownership,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>environmental sustainability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Closing Reflection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parivartan \u2013 The Change does not view development as a collection of isolated activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A health camp can protect a livelihood.<br>A menstrual-health session can preserve a girl\u2019s education.<br>A school desk can restore dignity.<br>A vocational skill can transform a household economy.<br>A confident woman can influence an entire community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our work is therefore guided by one enduring conviction:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When knowledge is strengthened, dignity is restored. When skills are created, opportunities expand. When communities participate, change becomes sustainable.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Parivartan \u2013 The Change<\/strong><br><em>Building human potential, strengthening communities and creating development that endures.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/parivartanthechange.com\">Home<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/parivartanthechange.com\/?page_id=819\">Top<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Annual Report 2025\u20132026 PARIVARTAN \u2013 THE CHANGE Building Human Potential. Strengthening Communities. Creating Sustainable Change. 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