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Club of New Road City Kathmandu
Maternal and Child Health Awareness Program

Maternal and Child Health Awareness Program

Saving mothers and children

Location: Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Ward No. 3,Maharajgunj

Date: July, 2025-26

Beneficiaries: 61

Rotarian Involvement: 10

Non-Rotarian Involvement: 7

Project Details
Month: July
Fiscal Year: 2025-26
Category: Saving mothers and children
Added: Sep 07, 2025

Project Description

Objective of the Program:
To raise awareness about maternal and child health among the local community and stakeholders, with a focus on promoting safe motherhood, nutrition, regular checkups, and access to local health services.

Program Highlights:
Chief Guest:
- Mr. Prem Thapa - Chairperson, Ward No. 3, Kathmandu Metropolitan City

Special Guests:
- AG Rtn. Binita Hada
- Rtn. Hema Adhikari - Chair, Maternal & Child Health Sub-Committee, Rotary District 3292 Nepal-Bhutan
- Mrs. Dewaki Dhungana - Administrative Officer
- Mrs. Srijana Pathek - Urban H ealth Promotion Center

Program Facilitator:
- Mrs. Bhagawati Bhattarai

Presence of Past Presidents:
- Rtn. Sita Rupakheti
- Rtn. Sarin Shrestha
- Rtn. Ramila Shrestha

Other Participants:
- Social Workers and Sachetana Samaj Members including Ms. Sandhya Rayamaji
- Rotary Club Members and Community Supporters
-Total attendance 61 persons

Program Content:
- Awareness Session on Maternal & Child Health
- Importance of Antenatal and Postnatal Care
- Role of Community Health Services
- Interactive Q&A with health experts
- Health Education Materials Distribution

Trainer:
- Experts from Nepal Police Hospital, School of Health Sciences

Logistics and Support:
- Stationery Sponsor: Sachetana Samaj Kathmandu
- Snacks (Khaja): Provided by Rotary Club of Newroad City
- Venue, Sound System, and Projector Support: Ward No. 3 Office
- Photography & Documentation: Rotary Club Media Team

Outcome & Impact:
- Over 80 participants including mothers, health volunteers, and local residents attended the session
- Increased awareness of safe motherhood practices and local health services
- Strengthened collaboration between local government, health professionals, and community-based organizations
- Commitments received for follow-up health camps and ongoing awareness drives

Vote of Thanks:
We extend heartfelt gratitude to all dignitaries, resource persons, volunteers, supporting organizations, and every helping hand behind the scenes. Your presence and support made this event a successful and impactful milestone toward healthier communities.

Slogan:
"Together for a Healthier Tomorrow - Serving with Compassion and Commitment."

Project Costs

Description Amount (NPR)
Stationary Material Rs. 6,000.00
Allowance for Trainer Rs. 5,000.00
Lunch Rs. 7,300.00
Misc. Rs. 2,000.00
Total Rs. 20,300.00