PHFI

This survey was being carried out as part of Deepshika, a project being implemented by UNICEF Maharashtra. The program aims to remove inequalities by targeting disadvantaged girls directly, and to empower adolescent and young girls in the age group of 12 to 18 years.

The objectives of the study include: a) To understand the socio-demographic characteristics of households and adolescent girls in the selected blocks; b) To assess the knowledge level of adolescent girls on issues related to adolescent and reproductive health, personal hygiene, nutrition and HIV/AIDS; c) To bring out the attitude of adolescent girls towards aspects related to adolescent and reproductive health, personal hygiene, nutrition and HIV/AIDS; d) To assess the level of life-skills in adolescent girls. Report has been submitted.

UNICEF will utilize the findings for evidence-based advocacy for adolescent girls under NRHM and initiate dialogue with the health department and Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) departments for improved Adolescent Reproductive and Sexual Health (ARSH) interventions.