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Menstual Hygiene and Awareness Program
SWECHHA ( BREAK THE SILENCE) is a project of Padala Charitable Trust (PCT).

It provides menstrual hygiene and health education to girl children across states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

18/07/2025

Not Just Teachers… But Health Workers Too! 💪👩‍⚕️👶💖
KP Puram & Katravulapalli just witnessed something POWERFUL! 💥🌟
Our SFLB 😭 (Training of Trainers) sessions took a beautiful turn this time…
Not with school staff, but with our REAL heroes —
👩‍⚕️ ASHAs
👩‍⚕️ ANMs
👩‍⚕️ MLHPs
The ones who walk into our homes, care for our little ones, and always show up in times of need! 🫶🏽💉💞
Here’s what they learned during the session:
👶 Body Awareness – how to teach it clearly
🧸 Safe Touch vs Unsafe Touch – how to identify & explain
🚫 Handling Unsafe Situations – calmly & smartly
💬 Speaking to children with care, love & trust
With the strong support of the DMHO 💼🤝
This session became a BIG step forward in protecting every child in our villages! 🌿👦👧💚
👂 “Child safety is not just a teacher’s job…
It’s EVERYONE’S responsibility – including our health workers!” 🙌🌍
Let’s raise awareness, let’s protect innocence,
Let’s build safer, stronger communities together! 💫❤️
📞 Need support or want to know more?
👉 83339 76949 | 76800 83399
📧 sflb@pct-india.org

12/05/2025

Kakinada District Aims to Become 100% Child Safe District

Child safety must be the highest and non-negotiable priority for any society.

On May 9, 2025, Assistant Collector of Kakinada District, Ms. Manisha IAS, visited the office of the Padala Charitable Trust (PCT). During her visit, the PCT team briefed her on the various initiatives currently being implementing now. The Swechha for Little Birds (SFLB) trainers presented a detailed overview of the SFLB program and its impact. Deeply moved and inspired, Ms. Manisha assured her full support, stating that she is committed to helping make Kakinada a 100% child-safe district.

About SFLB Program

The SFLB program, launched in September 2022, has already reached 46,000 children across Andhra Pradesh, including Kakinada, East Godavari, West Godavari, Konaseema, and Eluru Districts. It aims to create a child sexual abuse-free zone through personal safety education and community engagement.

SFLB Program Highlights:

• Target Group: Children in Grades 1–7

• Focus Areas:

o Safe/unsafe touch

o Personal safety rules

o Internet safety

o POCSO Act, 2012

• Community Involvement: Parents, teachers, and officials

• Training: Mandal-level master trainer workshops

Goal:

To reach 100,000 children in the next 2 years and ensure a safe, abuse-free environment in schools, homes, and communities.

Join us in empowering children and preventing child sexual abuse.

Together, we can make Kakinada a model child-safe district.

Click here to view the SFLB Promo video

https://youtu.be/965Yo79RTZ0?feature=shared

05/05/2025

🌟 A small talk... made a big change! 🌟
During our hygiene awareness session in a school, something beautiful happened.
One brave girl stood up and spoke about the program we did earlier. She remembered everything and said, "We need dustbins in our school!"
Her voice was heard. The principal appreciated her courage and took immediate action — dustbins were placed all around the school! 🧼🗑️
Later, the principal shared with us, "Your session really worked. Students are asking the right things. Awareness is growing. Thank you!"
Moments like these show us that change starts with awareness and a little encouragement. ❤️
Let’s keep spreading this energy!
💬 What do you think about this moment? Have you seen such changes around you?
Comment below — we’d love to hear your thoughts!

03/05/2025

Let’s talk about something that’s been kept quiet for far too long — periods. 🤫

But why the silence? It’s natural, it’s powerful, and it’s a part of who we are. 🩸💪✨

This May, during Menstrual Hygiene Month 🗓️, we’re flipping the script.

It’s time to speak up.

To every girl and woman out there 👧👩👵 —

Your story matters. Your voice matters. 🎤💬

Let’s break the stigma together. 💥

🎥 Take a 1-minute video…

🗣️ Tell us what you feel about periods.

📝 Say one powerful line — your pledge. Like “I’m proud of my periods” or whatever comes from your heart ❤️

📲 Send it to us on WhatsApp or email.

📱 WhatsApp: 83339 76949

📧 Email: swechha@pct-india.org

🎁 Best videos will get gifts & cash prizes! 💝💵

🚫 No age limit. No filters.

✅ Just real girls, real women, real voices. 🌸🙋‍♀️

Let’s break the silence together 🔓

Let’s say it loud — My Period, My Pride! 🔴💃

01/05/2025

You know what? We’ve been silent about periods for way too long. 🤐
But why? It’s just a natural part of life. It’s our strength 💪, not something to hide. 🩸✨
So this May, as part of Menstrual Hygiene Month. 🗓️, we’re doing something different.
We’re asking you — yes, every girl and woman out there 👧👩👵 — to share your voice. 📣💬
🎥 Take a 1-minute video…
🗣️ Tell us what you feel about periods.
📝 Say one powerful line — your pledge. Like “I’m proud of my periods” or whatever comes from your heart ❤️
📲 Send it to us on WhatsApp or email.
📱 WhatsApp: 83339 76949
📧 Email: swechha@pct-india.org
🎁 We’ll pick the best ones and give some lovely gifts too! 🎉💝
🚫 No age limit. No filters.
✅ Just real girls, real women, real voices. 🌸🙋‍♀️
Let’s break the silence together 🔓
Let’s say it loud — My Period, My Pride! 🔴💃

05/06/2024

Empowering Futures: PCT's Year of Impact 2023-24

The Padala Charitable Trust (PCT) has made remarkable progress in 2023-24. We educated over 2400 girls about menstrual health and supported 391 single-parent and no-parent children. Key initiatives included the Vaaradhi Summer Camp, which offered diverse activities and workshops to foster growth and learning, and the Swechha program, which provided critical menstrual hygiene education.

Additionally, our School of Excellence program integrated life skills, career guidance, and adolescent health awareness, reaching over 1200 children in seven schools. Noteworthy collaborations with "It's from the Sole" and the Reliance Foundation amplified our impact. Scholarships worth over 30 lakhs were distributed to over 150 students, ensuring their academic futures.

Please check the complete impact report: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGBeL_0v2g/3X9C4HEZBvysOpY-n4-rJg/view?utm_content=DAGBeL_0v2g&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

A big thank you to all our donors and Partners:
TANA Foundation : Telugu Association of North America Foundation | Dilip Kuchipudi | Saransh Inc | | Tech Vedika| Techgene Solutions LLC | | Padma Pujitha Auto Finance | | Samagra Shiksha Andhra Pradesh | Dr RS Praveen kumar, IPS Secretary, Apswreis | Secy Apswreis | , , | AP Tribal Welfare | SVCT Your support is transforming lives!
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PCT Office, Near APSP
Kakinada

Telephone

8247777129

Website

http://padalacharitabletrust.org/

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