We are called,
SuPoshan Sanginis
It is the translation of a ‘companion’ in Hindi, for that is who we truly are. Our passion lies in guiding our communities away from malnutrition and anaemia to a life worth cherishing.
Our
Strife
Unlike several CSR initiatives, Fortune SuPoshan isn’t a single initiative with only one point of action. It is an ecosystem of transformations that works on many fronts to deal with the larger enemy: Malnutrition & Anaemia.
We Have Divided Our Efforts into Phases
Familiarization of the project to the community we serve.
Identification & Referrals
- Anthropometric Measurements
- Referrals Services
- Linking with Government Services
Awareness Building
- Cooking Demonstration
- Family Counselling
- Poshan Vatika
- Focus Group Discussions
- Community Events
Training
Our Sanginis who are picked from grassroot level are continuously trained on various nutritional & health topics. A comprehensive training module is developed which ensures that they are updated on:
- Government services
- Measuring Malnutrition & Anaemia
- Using IT Enabled Tablet Device
- MIYCF Techniques
Technology Enabled Monitoring System
Fortune SuPoshan project is monitored through real-time data and our Sanginis use a web-based application to enter data on Anthropometric Assessment, FGD, family counseling and village events. This is done through IT enabled Tablets which also acts as a live source of Information Education Communication (IEC) material in their regional languages. These IEC materials help the Sanginis to give technically correct information to the beneficiaries.
Case Study
Case Study 1
"Sangini Mamta's Nutritional Triumph: Elevating Pregnancy Health with Dietary Diversity and Gardens"
Age: 31 | Site: Narmada | State: Gujarat
Sangini Mamta, through Poshan Vatika's vegetable-based cooking, supported Twinkle's pregnancy by addressing low hemoglobin. Despite family resistance to nutritional demands, Mamta's efforts led to improved health, evident in Twinkle's increased hemoglobin levels and the birth of a healthy baby. Mamta extended her impact by raising awareness on hemoglobin levels for 25 pregnant women, emphasizing dietary diversity with millets, green vegetables, and kitchen garden produce.
Case Study 2
"Sangini Maya: A Beacon of Transformation in Community Leadership"
Age: 40 | Site: Haldia | State: West Bengal
Sangini Maya, now the Panchayat Mukhya, has become a catalyst for positive change in her community through unwavering dedication and transformative initiatives. She addresses health and nutrition issues while fostering collaboration and unity, leaving an indelible mark on countless lives. Maya's leadership empowers her village, propelling them towards progress and prosperity. Reflecting on her journey, Maya shares, as a Sangini, I've learnt that knowledge is the most powerful tool.
Case Study 3
"Breaking Barriers, Nourishing Change: Pooja's Journey as a Trailblazing Sangini"
Age: 24 | Site: Neemuch | State: Madhya Pradesh
In her village, Pooja, transcended cultural barriers to champion nutritional awareness. Her unwavering dedication garnered recognition at a government event, where Panchayati Raj members applauded her for breaking free from the Ghunghat tradition. Her efforts embody transformative social change and promote inclusivity within the community. She has become an icon for 30 other Sanginis at the site, empowering them to work freely without Ghunghat. Pooja's story exemplifies resilience and progress in the pursuit of positive transformation.
Testimonials
Married women are normally known by their husband’s name in my village. But I have a new identity of being a SuPoshan Sangini. It is a joyful experience to learn new things through monthly training and transmit the same to girls and women through counselling and focus group discussion. My work as a SuPoshan Sangini changed many myths including ‘not breastfeeding’ a newborn immediately after birth. As a SuPoshan Sangini, I am able to prevent many children and young people from being trapped into malnutrition. I am proud to be a SuPoshan Sangini, which is a new way of my life.
-Nisha Patel, Age 35, Hazira, Gujarat