Our Successfully Completed Projects
Shishu Shiksha
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme is the world’s largest community based programme. The scheme is targeted at children up to the age of 6 years, pregnant and lactating mothers and women 16–44 years of age. The scheme is aimed to improve the health, nutrition and education (KAP) of the target community.
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India Gives Foundation goal of ICDS Programme
To lay the foundation for proper psychological, physical and social development of the child; to reduce the incidence of mortality, morbidity, malnutrition and school dropout; to achieve effective coordination of policy and implementation amongst the various departments to promote child development; and.
Orientation to ICDS Programme: Participants are made aware about ICDS services, objectives, coverage of beneficiaries and other ICDS-related schemes.
Early Childhood Care and Education: Trainees are educated about ECCE policy, new ECCE curriculum for planning and organizing activities using thematic approach. They are also made aware about preparation of teaching learning material, use of assessment card and involvement of parents in ECCE.
Nutrition and Health: In this section they are taught the basic nutrition guidelines, SNP guidelines, Nutrition norms, food safety norms and practices, newborn care and early assessment of childhood illnesses.
Communication, Advocacy and Community Participation: During the sessions of communication trainees are trained to develop effective communication skills, advocacy, planning and organizing advocacy campaigns besides training them to mobilize community to increase community’s involvement in delivery of ICDS services.
Organization and Management: Skills are developed to manage the AWCs and setting up of AWCs along with resource management. Trainees are also trained in reporting and managing the MIS component of the ministry.
Supervised Practice: The major updating in the syllabus is that the total number of supervised practice has been increased to 5 days instead of 3 days.
Objectives of the Scheme are:
To improve the nutritional and health status of children in the age-group 0-6 years
To lay the foundation for proper psychological, physical and social development of the child;
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To reduce the incidence of mortality, morbidity, malnutrition and school dropout;
To achieve effective coordination of policy and implementation amongst the various departments to promote child development; and
To enhance the capability of the mother to look after the normal health and nutritional needs of the child through proper nutrition and health education.
Main Concerns
Infrastructure:
Many Anganwadi centers (AWCs), the physical locations for ICDS services, lack proper infrastructure, including buildings, adequate water and electricity, and basic sanitation.
Logistical Challenges:
Delays in receiving funds and supplies, inadequate storage facilities for supplementary nutrition, and poor quality of supplementary food can hinder service delivery.
Monitoring and Supervision:
Weak monitoring and supervision at the grass-root level can lead to poor implementation and missed opportunities to address specific needs.
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Community Engagement:
Stronger community participation and engagement can help ensure that ICDS services are relevant to local needs and are effectively utilized.
While some AWAs have reported problems with record-keeping and lack of adequate training, further support and resources could improve their ability to effectively implement ICDS programs.
Modus of Conduction
Supplementary Nutrition | Immunization | Health Check-up | Referral Services |
Nutrition and Health Education | Pre-school non-formal education | Primary Childcare and Education | National Festival Celebration |
Study materials distribution | Activities | Parents awareness Camp | Children’s Day Celebration |
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Specific Outcomes of Anganwadi Shishu Shiksha Programs
Improved Nutrition and Health
Anganwadi centers provide supplementary nutrition, health check-ups, and referral services, contributing to better nutritional status and health outcomes for children.
Early Childhood Education
They offer non-formal pre-school education, preparing children for school through playful learning and engaging activities.
Enhanced Maternal Care:
The program empowers mothers with knowledge and skills to manage their children’s health and nutritional needs through counseling, home visits, and practical demonstrations.
Reduced Malnutrition and Mortality:
By addressing nutritional needs and providing health services, Anganwadi contribute to a reduction in malnutrition and related mortality rates.
Improved Social and Emotional Development:
The playful learning environment at Anganwadi fosters social, emotional, and cognitive development in children.
Increased Access to Healthcare:
Anganwadi workers work closely with community health systems to ensure access to immunization, health check-ups, and referral services.
Fostering Community Engagement:
Anganwadi programs encourage community participation and support through various activities.
