Addressing Core Health and Safety Needs in Coastal Communities

NALAMDANA PRIORITY – TAMIL NADU’S FISHING VILLAGES

Supported by the Australian Border Protection and Security Service (ABPS), Nalamdana’s teams continue to work closely with coastal fishing villages to address chronic alcohol abuse challenges and to address rising concerns about border and marine safety. Nalamdana’s initial response to the 2007 tsunami revealed deep needs for health and safety education in these desperately underserved communities. Our special brand of communication methodology has proven particularly successful in increasing awareness and knowledge and changing social norms.

Special Programme Reaches New Audiences, Garners Press Attention

Nalamdana recognized for innovative approach to kidney disease prevention and treatment

On World Kidney Day Nalamdana staged three community programs in Chennai, sponsored by Sapiens Kidney Foundation, Adyar. The Hindu published an article highlighting Nalamdana’s efforts, saying, “the drama gives useful advice on how to prevent kidney disease through steps such as reducing salt intake, drinking more water, exercising, kicking the smoking habit, checking albumin and sugar in the blood annually, and avoiding long-term non-prescription drugs.”

I used to think that youngsters were not vulnerable to diesases. But, the play opened my eyes,” said one young fisherman in attendance.

Rajan Ravidhandran, chairman of the Sapiens Foundation, said the aim to to create awareness among the underprivileged sections of society.

World Child Safety Day, November 19, Nalamdana will screen there acclaimed film, ‘Maaya Changu’ at Nayantara Theatre in Krishnagiri. Supported by the Rotary Clubs of Madras Coromandel and Rotary Club of Maa-Nagar, Krishnagiri