Maternal and Child Health Program

PROJECT NAME
Maternal and Child Health Awareness Program
Organized by: Rotary Club of Lumbini Siddharthanagar
Date: 15th August 2026
Venue: Shree Rupandehi Lilaram Neupane Secondary School, Bhairahawa
Chairing:Rtn.Bishnu Kumari Thapa(President)
Program Coordinator: Rtn. Parshuram Parajuli
Chief Guest & Facilitator: Dr. Shailja Ghimire
Total Participants: 68
1. Introduction
Rotary Club of Lumbini Siddharthanagar organized a Maternal and Child Health Awareness Program on 15th August 2026 at Shree Rupandehi Lilaram Neupane Secondary School, Bhairahawa. The program was conducted with the objective of raising awareness about maternal health, child health, nutrition, hygiene, preventive healthcare, and the importance of timely medical consultation.
The program was coordinated by Rtn. Parshuram Parajuli, with Dr. Shailja Ghimire serving as the Chief Guest and Facilitator. A total of 65 participants attended the program.
2. Objectives
The major objectives of the program were:
To increase awareness about maternal and child health.
To promote healthy practices among mothers, children, and families.
To provide information about proper nutrition and personal hygiene.
To raise awareness about preventive healthcare and regular health check-ups.
To encourage timely consultation with qualified health professionals.
To promote a healthy and informed community.
3. Major Activities
During the program, Dr. Shailja Ghimire facilitated an informative awareness session focusing on important aspects of maternal and child health.
The session covered topics related to:
Maternal health and wellbeing.
Child growth, development, and nutrition.
Importance of balanced and nutritious food.
Personal hygiene and sanitation.
Prevention of common diseases.
Importance of regular health check-ups.
Early identification of health-related problems.
The role of parents and families in maintaining children's health.
Participants were encouraged to ask questions and share their concerns. The facilitator provided practical information and guidance in an interactive manner.
4. Participation
A total of 65 participants participated in the awareness program. The participation of students,teachers Rotarians,Rotractors,Interactors contributed to make the program meaningful and interactive.
5. Key Outcomes
The program successfully:
Increased awareness regarding maternal and child health.
Provided participants with practical health-related knowledge.
Highlighted the importance of nutrition, hygiene, and preventive healthcare.
Encouraged participants to seek professional medical advice when necessary.
Strengthened Rotary's commitment to improving community health and wellbeing.
6. Conclusion
The Maternal and Child Health Awareness Program was successfully conducted with active participation from 68 people. The valuable facilitation and health-related guidance provided by Dr. Shailja Ghimire helped participants gain useful knowledge about maintaining the health and wellbeing of mothers and children.
Rotary Club of Lumbini Siddharthanagar appreciates the contribution of the program coordinator, facilitator, school administration, participants, and all those who supported the successful completion of the program.
The program reflects Rotary's commitment to creating lasting impact through community-based health awareness and service.