In unique stage of Human Development
Adolescent Health
They need protection, support, and guidance
Adolescence marks significant transitions in physiological, cognitive, emotional, and social domains, with some youths facing stress that can lead to psychological issues. Many turn to addictions like tobacco, alcohol, and digital substances as a coping mechanism. The Safe School Project takes a holistic approach, addressing physical, behavioral, and mental health across various levels of need, promoting healthy behaviors among students. By spreading awareness and enforcing relevant legislation, the project aims to reduce morbidity and mortality linked to these issues. In India, where adolescent health problems are escalating, the Safe School Project seeks to create a safe school model that fills preventive gaps in school health. The focus will primarily be on combating substance abuse, particularly tobacco and alcohol, to support the achievement of sustainable development goals and enhance adolescent well-being.
Safe School
The Safe School is a flagship program of FSHI aiming to generate new knowledge that informs the development of a safe school model and accelerates progress towards achieving sustainable development goals by improving the ‘preventive gap’ in school health.
Baseline Surveys
A project assessing more than 6000 children for physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing from 28 high schools in Bangalore Rural and Urban Districts.
Health Check-Ups
A health check-up camp for about 150 teaching and non teaching staff of SFS Academy.
PHEP
A Preventive Health Education Program conducted in collaboration with the Salaam Bombay Foundation.