WORKSHOP ON CHILD RIGHTS, CSA AND GENDER INEQUALITY
Child sexual abuse is a significant public health problem and an adverse childhood experience (ACE). Child sexual abuse refers to the involvement of a child (person less than 18 years old) in sexual activity that violates the laws or social taboos of society. Adults are responsible for ensuring that children have safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments.
Awareness generation programme was organized by ABFT, on the issues of child sexual abuse, menstrual hygiene and gender inequality. In this process, it aimed to create a protective environment that not only encourages learning, but also sensitizes students, particularly boys, towards these issues.
MEDICAL CAMP
The importance of medical camp as part of our health project requirement was needed to be fulfilled. It is our aim that through this medical camp, marginalized people around our neighborhood should be the most benefited.
Training Program to prevent Child Sexual Abuse
Safety week Jointly organized by North MCD and DCPCR to bring multiple stakeholder- Officers, SMC Members,
Parents, Teachers and Students together to raise awareness about sexual safety. Agape’s Team conducted 70 workshops in different MCD schools to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse.
Missing Children Helpdesk
Kalkaji Mandir, New Delhi during Navratri period usually receives lakhs of devotees which poses difficult situations to control the gathering even though the Delhi Police set up special arrangements to control the movement of the people. Cases of Missing children, bereavement of children or elderly from their near and dear ones are quite common to happen in hundreds. The HELPDESK for missing children has been set up during both sessions of Navratri in a year at Ram Pyau Police Chowki with the joint efforts of CWC, Kalkaji; DCPU, Delhi South East and Delhi Police, Agencies/ NGOs like Agape Blessed Foundation Trust, NSS and World Vision came forward to manage the Helpdesk for all the nine days for twenty-four hours. . Over 200 cases including missing children and more than 800 cases of Adults; bereaved ladies and elderly persons were reunited with their kith and kin during these nine days.
MENSTRUAL HYGIENE SESSIONS
Hygiene-related practices of women during menstruation are of considerable importance, as it may increase vulnerability to Reproductive Tract Infections (RTI’s). Poor menstrual hygiene is one of the major reasons for the high prevalence of RTIs in the country and contributes significantly to female morbidity. Lack of knowledge regarding menstruation and menstrual hygiene lead to poor attitude and practice. There are various issues like awareness, availability and quality of napkins, regular supply, privacy, water supply, disposal of napkins, reproductive health education and family support which needs simultaneous attention for promotion of menstruated hygiene.
At ABFT, we conduct session to create awareness on Menstrual Hygiene
- To increase awareness among adolescent girls on Menstrual Hygiene
- To increase access to and use of high quality sanitary napkins to adolescent girls in rural areas.
- To ensure safe disposal of Sanitary Napkins in an environmentally friendly manner.
INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 21st JUNE
International Day of Yoga is celebrated world wide on 21st June since 2015 following declaration of 21st June as International Yoga Day. ‘Yoga for Humanity’ is chosen theme for International Yoga Day 2022. The theme is focusing on the numerous benefits of Yoga. Recognizing the importance of yoga, this year yoga day theme focus on how yoga helps to cure Covid-19 and how it will help the achieving holistic health of every individual. In order to celebrate yoga day, ABFT celebrated the whole week introducing the children from different anganwadis, child care institutions and community women to yogic practices which have been prevalent in our country since time immemorial so they can evolve into more joyful human beings while growing.
International and National Girl Child Day Celebration
Agape Blessed Foundation celebrated International and National Girl Child Day on 11th October 2023 and 24th January 2024 at our educational project center in Sultanpur, New Delhi. The event aimed to honor and empower girls by organizing various activities and providing educational support to the beneficiaries of our remedial classes program.
Diwali celebration and Diya Making Competition
The Agape Blessed Foundation Trust organized a vibrant and joyous Diwali celebration, coupled with a creative Diya Making Competition, showcasing the talent and enthusiasm of the children under its care.
Dental Camp
Agape Blessed Foundation organized a Dental Camp in collaboration with Dr. Vishal Malik from Vaishali. The camp aimed to address oral health concerns among the children under the foundation’s care, providing them with valuable knowledge and preventive measures to maintain good oral hygiene.
International Child Rights Day
Agape Blessed Foundation Trust, committed to advocating and safeguarding the rights of children, celebrated the International Child Rights Day on 18th November 2023 with great fervor and enthusiasm. This event aimed to raise awareness and empower children about their rights, promoting their voices and highlighting the importance of safeguarding their well-being.
Kit of Love- Winter Drive
Agape Blessed Foundation celebrated its Winter Drive titled “Kit of Love” in Sultanpur. The primary objectives of the Winter Drive were as follows:
- Provide warmth to underprivileged children during the winter season.
- Spread love and happiness within the community.
- Support the educational needs of children by distributing stationary items.
- Foster a sense of community and solidarity.
Celebrating Diversity and Equality at Agape Blessed Foundation Trust
At Agape Blessed Foundation Trust, we believe in the power of unity and equality. Our celebration of various festivals throughout the year is a testament to our commitment to fostering a sense of community and inclusiveness among everyone we serve.
Diwali: Festival of Lights
Our Diwali celebration was a vibrant affair filled with lights, sweets, and joy. The children participated in decorating the premises with diyas and rangolis, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
Holi: Festival of Colors
Holi brought an explosion of colors to Agape. The children and staff enjoyed smearing each other with colors, dancing, and relishing festive sweets. It was a day full of laughter and happiness.
Christmas: Festival of Joy
Christmas at Agape was magical, with the children decorating the Christmas tree, singing carols, and eagerly awaiting Santa’s visit. The spirit of giving and sharing was truly alive.
Gandhi Jayanti: Honoring the Father of the Nation
On Gandhi Jayanti, we pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s values of peace and non-violence. The children learned about his life and contributions through various activities and presentations.
Each festival we celebrate is an opportunity to teach our children the importance of equality, respect, and unity in diversity. We are proud to create an environment where everyone feels valued and included, no matter their background.
