Youth For Kids Volunteers Bringing Health, Hygiene, and Nutrition for Slum Children

The volunteers of Bethune College’s Youth For Kids (Y4K) chapter recently completed an inspiring 7-day health, hygiene, and nutrition campaign for children living in the Goabagan, a slum area of Kolkata as identified by the volunteers. Under the guidance of our organization Love Without Boundaries India (LWB India), these dedicated young souls worked tirelessly to educate and empower underprivileged children to lead healthier lives.

The campaign began with a two-day survey, where volunteers went door-to-door interacting with kids and parents to identify the most pressing issues around health, nutrition, and hygiene awareness. Armed with this data, they meticulously planned a week of engaging activities.

On Day 3, the children learned about the importance of vaccination, balanced diets, and physical exercise through lively demonstrations. Day 4 featured a powerful counseling session on “Good Touch, Bad Touch” to equip them with personal safety knowledge.

The volunteers innovatively used posters, demonstrations, and hygiene kits containing basic supplies like soap and toothbrushes to drive home lessons on personal hygiene habits. First aid training empowered the kids further by teaching them how to respond to minor injuries.

Recognizing the risks of vector-borne diseases in their community, a special malaria awareness program was conducted just ahead of World Malaria Day 2024. Parents and other residents also joined, learning about prevention, symptoms, and care.

What made this campaign truly special was the volunteers’ ability to make it interactive, engaging the children’s minds through games, role-play, and hands-on activities at every step. Their affection for these kids shone through, making every visit joyful.

The Y4K volunteers’ dedication exemplified the spirit of youth leadership that LWB India nurtures. We hope many more such grassroots initiatives follow to create lasting change in underprivileged communities across India.

In the grand tapestry of life, let these efforts be the threads that weave a future where every child is not just safe but also empowered, ready to embrace the world with open arms and a heart full of confidence. We invite you to be part of Love Without Boundaries’ Youth for Kids (Y4K) initiative. Your involvement will make a lasting impact on orphaned and vulnerable children. Join like-minded college students dedicated to a better world.

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