In a significant stride toward women’s health and cancer prevention, the Rotary Club of Bokaro, in collaboration with the Jharkhand Foundation Kendra, has launched a pioneering initiative to provide free HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccines to adolescent girls in the rural regions of Pindrajora, Bokaro District. This proactive health program aims to eliminate cervical cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in India, especially in underserved and remote communities. The aim of this program is to provide

Free HPV Vaccination: The initiative focuses on vaccinating girls aged 9 to 14 years, the most effective age group for HPV prevention, completely free of cost.

Rural Outreach: Special emphasis is placed on reaching remote villages and tribal areas, where awareness and access to preventive healthcare are minimal.

Health Education and Awareness: In addition to the vaccination drive, the Rotary Club and Jharkhand Foundation are conducting awareness camps, workshops, and community engagement sessions to educate families about the importance of early vaccination, menstrual hygiene, and regular health checkups.

This initiative is not just a medical campaign, but a movement toward health equity and women’s empowerment. By providing preventive care at the grassroots level, Rotary Club Bokaro and Jharkhand Foundation are addressing a critical health challenge that often goes unnoticed due to stigma, lack of information, and financial constraints. With continuous community involvement and strong organizational support, the vision is to make Jharkhand a cervical cancer-free state, starting from the villages upward. More than 100 girl children benefited from the program.   This program stands as a shining example of how local partnerships and compassion-driven action can save lives, empower young girls, and build a healthier future for generations to come.

The Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society (JSLPS) organized an insightful seminar on Health, Hygiene, and Women Empowerment at the Bokaro office with Jharkhand Foundation Kendra, Bokaro. The event aimed to create awareness about women’s health, sanitation, and their role in socio-economic development. The seminar brought together health experts, social workers, and community leaders who discussed key issues such as menstrual hygiene, maternal health, nutrition, and gender equality. Special sessions were conducted by Dr. Jaydev Kumar Mahato Executive Director of JFK, on the importance of mental, and physical health, proper sanitation practices, access to healthcare, and the need for women to actively participate in decision-making processes. More than 50 women from the different blocks of Bokaro benefited from this program.  The event also featured interactive discussions, health check-up camps, and the distribution of hygiene kits to attendees. Participants expressed gratitude for the valuable insights and practical knowledge imparted during the seminar.