Adolescence is a critical time in a girl’s life — a phase filled with transformation, challenges, and immense potential. Yet, for millions of girls across India’s rural and semi-urban areas, this period is often marked by limited access to basic hygiene, lack of proper education on physical health, and deeply rooted social taboos, especially around menstruation.
At Aratrika Human Foundation, we believe that empowering young girls is one of the most impactful ways to shape a healthier, more equal future. Our flagship initiative, “Jago Beti” (जागो बेटी), is a focused grassroots program that aims to uplift adolescent girls aged 11 to 18 by addressing their hygiene, health, and emotional well-being.
This initiative goes beyond awareness. It is about creating lasting behavioral change, encouraging self-respect, and building a support system around young girls to help them grow with dignity and confidence.
Many girls drop out of school or suffer in silence due to poor sanitation facilities and lack of menstrual hygiene awareness. We conduct interactive awareness sessions in schools and community spaces to educate girls on:
A large number of government and village schools either lack toilets or have unusable ones. We collaborate with local authorities, schools, and donors to ensure:
Menstruation is still a subject of shame and secrecy in many parts of India. Through sensitization drives, group discussions, and counseling, we aim to:
Health starts with simple habits. We promote the importance of:
Adolescents face emotional and mental challenges — from identity issues to peer pressure. Our program includes:
“Jago Beti” is implemented through schools, local community groups, Panchayats, and health volunteers. We work with:
We use visual learning tools, hygiene kits, posters, sanitary pad distribution drives, and clean toilet advocacy to make learning interactive, practical, and impactful.
By integrating Jago Beti into the everyday school and community environment, we aim to:
Every girl deserves to grow up with dignity — and with Jago Beti, we’re turning that belief into action.
