PROJECT

Booklet

PH&RD

By
Public Health and Research Department
AMSA India
2023-2024
 Index
1 Hierarchy 10 Project Unnati

2 About PHSP, Project Heads 11 Project Badlaav

3 Project Chhalang 12 Project Ahaar Abhiyaan

4 Project Saamya 13 Project Pact to Protect

5 Project Roots 14 Project Infinity

6 Project Muskurahat 15 Project W.A.S.H

7 Project Astitva 16 Application Form

8 Project Hopestone

9 Project Swasth Ajeevika

 Director
of Public
Health

Coordinators
of Project Heads
Public Health

Project National
Officers Working
Group

Volunteers

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Public Health
Stewardship
Program
Our vision for the Public Health and Stewardship Program is to prioritize the specific
and pressing needs of the target population. By aligning with the United Nations'
Sustainable Development Goals, we aim to bring a change via our 13 projects that
also address SDG’s immediate needs while contributing to global sustainable
development, ensuring that our initiatives are both impactful and relevant to the
communities we serve.

Project Heads
1. Have proficiency in understanding and applying the
principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
2. Possess leadership skills to lead a project head on to
tackle a problem.
3. Identify a problem/ issue they are passionate about/
willing to target through the Project.
4. Have a creative and strategic mindset for designing
and executing activities that align with the project's
goals.
5. A will to lead the change towards Universal Health
Coverage (UHC).

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 Chhalang
Project छलांG (“Chhalaang”, aka “Leap!”) is an idea to
envision a better future and at least try to achieve it.
Children are the least resistant to accepting changes, the
most open- minded and, the PUREST!

Collaborate with government schools and NGO-run classes.

Identify the target population and their challenges.
Conduct needs assessments with community involvement.
Develop solutions collaboratively.
Implement educational programs and initiatives.
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Saamya

साम्य (Saamya) in Sanskrit means Equality.

Core Belief: Every human deserves equal
treatment.
Focus Areas: Gender, sex, sexuality, race,
and personal choices.
Goal: Positive change in the lives of those
affected by societal norms and
discrimination.
Mission: Promoting equality and
challenging unjust discrimination.

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Mission: Fostering a healthier, sustainable world, with
a focus on environmental conservation and well-being
for all.
SDG Alignment: Aligned with major SDGs 13, 14, and
15 (climate action, life below water, and life on land),
as well as minor SDGs 1, 2, 3, and 4 (poverty
eradication, zero hunger, good health, and quality
education).
Goal: Enhancing the quality of life for all, addressing
poverty, hunger, health, education, and environmental
concerns.
Approach: Comprehensive, multi-faceted initiatives
that bridge environmental and societal well-being.
Vision: Creating a positive impact on the environment
and the lives of all Earth's inhabitants.

Roots

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Muskurahat (SMILE)

Mission: Promoting mental health and overall well-being,

addressing the stigma around mental health.
SDG Alignment: Aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being),
SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Objectives:
a. Increasing access to mental health services.
b. Educating communities on mental health.
c. Diminishing social stigma related to mental health challenges.
Vision: Creating an empathetic and inclusive society where
everyone has the opportunity for emotional well-being.
Goal: Ensuring individuals can openly seek help for their mental
health, fostering informed, supportive, and non-discriminatory
communities. 6
 Astitva (ESSENCE)
Focus: Women-centric initiative dedicated to promoting female health.
Approach: Working with and for women, recognizing their unique health
needs.
Mission: Raising awareness about all aspects of women's health and
providing knowledge and support for informed decisions.
Methods: Conducting workshops, events, and community building efforts.
Goal: Empowering women to lead healthier, happier lives.
Essence of Astitva: Celebrating and supporting the essence of being a
woman.
Empowerment: Providing women with tools and resources to take control
of their health and well-being.
Community: Fostering a supportive network for women's health and
empowerment.

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Hopestone

Focus: Comprehensive program targeting substance

abuse, particularly narcotic drugs and alcohol.
Objective: Strengthen prevention and treatment
efforts to address substance abuse challenges.
Impact: Promoting community health and resilience
while reducing the burden on individuals and
healthcare systems.
Approach: Education, awareness, treatment, and
support services.
Empowerment: Aims to empower individuals to
overcome addiction and lead healthier lives.
Societal Goal: Building a safer and more prosperous
society by combatting substance abuse. 8
 Swasth
Ajeevika (HEALTHY LIVELIHOOD)

Mission: Raising awareness about occupational hazards and

promoting preventive healthcare for workers.
Goals:
1. Reduce occupational fatalities.
2. Improve workers' quality of life and overall well-being.
3. Enhance financial security for workers.
4. Promote hygiene and sanitation to reduce infections related to
open defecation.
Approach: Empowering workers for a safer, healthier, and more
prosperous future.
Focus: Bridging the gap between health and livelihood for the 9
betterment of workers and their communities.
 Initiative: Launched in 2023 by the Public Health & Research
Unnati
Department of AMSA India.
Aims:
Promote inclusive and equitable quality education.
Focus on primary education for children, youth, and adults.
Increase the number of youth and adults with relevant skills,
including vocational skills.
Eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal
access for vulnerable populations.
(PROGRESS)

Equip learners with knowledge and skills for sustainable

development, including education for sustainable
development, human rights, gender equality, and cultural
diversity appreciation.
The project seeks to ensure holistic education, lifelong
learning, and sustainable development while emphasizing
inclusivity and equality.

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Badlaav
(CHANGE)

Project Badlaav: Rural sanitation

and hygiene initiative
SDG Alignment: Targets SDG 6 (6.2)
and SDG 3 (3.3)
Objectives: Improve sanitation,
raise hygiene awareness, ensure
clean water access
Impact: Reduce communicable
diseases, enhance community well-
being
Vision: Access to clean water and
sanitation for rural communities
Commitment: Drive change for
public health and SDG achievement.

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 Ahaar
Abhiyaan (DIET CAMPAIGN)
Objective: Tackle malnutrition, a global health challenge.
SDG Alignment: Aligned with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3
(Good Health and Well-being).
Purpose: Demonstrate the power of collaborative efforts for
sustainable development.
Awareness: Raise awareness about the issue of malnutrition.
Vision: Achieve zero hunger and ensure good health for every
child.
Emphasis: Strive for 0% hungry and 100% healthy children.
Impact: Aiming to nourish the future and contribute to a
healthier, more prosperous world through collective action. 12
 Pact to Protect
Objectives: Reduce the National Burden of Infectious Diseases &
Targeted Diseases- Tuberculosis, AIDS, Vector-Borne Diseases: Dengue
Fever, Filariasis, Malaria
Goals:
Increase Awareness, Enhance Education
Eliminate Stigma Associated with Diseases
Promote Early and Superior Care Seeking
Prevent Mismanagement
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): SDG 3: Good
Health and Well-being (Primary), Specific Target Alignment: SDG 3.3:
By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and
neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, waterborne
diseases, and other communicable diseases. 13
Infinity
Transformative Initiative
Focus on Empowerment of Differently-Abled
Individuals
Dedicated to Promoting Inclusivity, Equal
Opportunities, Well-being of those with
Disabilities
Alignment with Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs): SDG 4: Quality Education,
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic
Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Objectives:
Provide Accessible Education
Create Employment Opportunities
Reduce Inequalities for Differently-Abled
Individuals
Comprehensive Support and Advocacy
Vision: Creating a World where Everyone,
Regardless of Ability, Can Achieve Their Fullest
Potential

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W.A.S.H.
Aim: Enhance access to sustainable, safe
water sources for underprivileged
communities and raise awareness of
sanitation and hygiene practices.
Alignment with SDGs: SDG 6 (Clean Water
and Sanitation) and SDG 3 (Good Health and
Well-being).
Disease Mitigation: Address W.A.S.H-related
diseases (Trachoma, Guinea Worm, Diarrheal
Diseases) through personal hygiene
promotion and sustainable interventions.
Goals: Minimize preventable health issues,
make clean water and hygiene accessible to
all, contribute to a healthier, safer world.

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 Apply
Here

In case of any queries, contact:

SHRUTI KATARIA
Director of Public Health and Research Department
AMSA India
publichealth@amsaindia.in

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