JAMMU, Oct 16: UNNAT NGO, in collaboration with the Government College of Education, Jammu, organised a cervical cancer awareness programme on Friday to educate participants about prevention, early detection, screening and treatment of the disease, with a special focus on women’s health and well-being.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Prof. Jyoti Parihar, Principal, Government College of Education, Jammu, with the support of Dr. Devender Kour. Neena Abrol, General Secretary of UNNAT NGO, presided over the programme, while Prof. Jyoti Parihar attended as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Jyoti Parihar emphasised the important role of educational institutions in promoting health awareness and encouraging students to adopt preventive healthcare practices. She highlighted the need for collaborative efforts to spread awareness about women’s health and stressed that timely preventive action and access to accurate information can contribute significantly to healthier families and communities.
Neena Abrol, while addressing the participants, highlighted the importance of educating women and young people about cervical cancer, its prevention and the need for timely medical consultation. She emphasised that awareness about the disease, regular screening and appropriate medical guidance are essential for improving health outcomes and encouraging early detection.
“Awareness is the first step towards prevention. By providing correct information about HPV vaccination, screening and healthy practices, we can empower women and families to take timely decisions regarding their health,” she said.
Abrol further stated that UNNAT NGO remains committed to promoting women’s health through awareness campaigns and community outreach initiatives. She underlined the importance of ensuring that reliable health information reaches people from all sections of society so that they can make informed decisions about preventive healthcare.
As part of the programme, a plantation drive was also organised to convey the message that protecting women’s health and preserving the environment are equally important for building healthier and more sustainable communities. Faculty members, students and members of the UNNAT NGO team participated enthusiastically in the activity.
The programme also highlighted the significance of regular health check-ups, preventive measures and timely medical advice. Participants were encouraged to share information about cervical cancer within their families and communities to help promote awareness and support early detection.
The initiative reflected the shared commitment of UNNAT NGO and the Government College of Education, Jammu, towards women’s empowerment, public health awareness and community welfare.
Those present on the occasion included Kiran Sharma, former Principal, GGHS Muthi; Dharminder Sharma; Ashwani Dubey; Kanchan Sharma; Renu Jamwal; Anjana Sethi; besides faculty members, students, volunteers and other participants.