On the occasion of World Health Day 2026, BTG Trust visited Thayagam Home for Destitute and Physically & Mentally Challenged Women and Children in Vellalore, Coimbatore. BTG Trust organized a general health and menstrual hygiene awareness session to promote well-being and essential health practices among the residents. Objectives
BTG Trust, through its Safe Days Project, continues its commitment to improving the health, dignity, and well-being of tribal and rural women. As part of this initiative, a sanitary napkin distribution and menstrual hygiene awareness program was conducted at Alangandipudhur Tribal Village. The program aimed to ensure access to essential menstrual hygiene products while creating awareness about safe and healthy menstrual practices. Objectives of the Program
In the spirit of sharing and celebration, BTG Trust organized a Grocery Distribution Drive at Javukkadu Tribal Village in connection with the Diwali festival. The initiative aimed to spread festive cheer among the tribal community by providing them with essential grocery items to help them celebrate the festival with joy and dignity. Objective of the Initiative The primary objectives of this initiative were to:
As part of the World Mental Health Day observance, BTG Trust conducted a community engagement campaign at Race Course, Coimbatore. The initiative aimed to promote mental health awareness and encourage individuals to express their emotions openly. The event focused on connecting with the morning walkers and general public to understand their early-morning mood and to spread positivity to start their day.
Menstrual health is not a luxury – it is a basic human right. Yet, for many women and girls in remote and tribal communities, access to menstrual hygiene products, proper education, and supportive spaces is still a distant reality. In these areas, menstruation is often surrounded by stigma, misinformation, and silence – -affecting not only health, but also education, self-esteem, and opportunities. Recognizing this gap, BTG Trust launched the Safe Days Project to ensure that no girl has to choose between her health and her dignity.
In commemoration of World First Aid Day 2025, BTG Trust organized a meaningful initiative to promote health and safety awareness among school children. As part of this effort, a large-size First Aid Kit was donated to Kalapatti Government Higher Secondary School, Coimbatore, where around 900 students are enrolled. Additionally, an awareness session on basic first aid practices was conducted to educate students and staff on emergency response and safety.
As part of the National Nutrition Week 2025 celebrations, BTG Trust extended its support to the Atchayam Trust Home for the Homeless in Erode. With a commitment to promoting nutritional well-being among vulnerable communities, BTG Trust sponsored 18 kg of raw nutritious supplements and conducted an observation visit to understand the needs and services of the Atchayam Trust. This initiative reflects BTG Trust’s dedication to social responsibility and community health improvement.
MENSTRUAL HYGIENE AWARENESS & SANITARY NAPKIN DISTRIBUTION BTG Trust is a grassroots organization committed to promoting health, dignity, and empowerment among underrepresented communities, especially women and adolescent girls. Through our flagship initiative Safe Days, we aim to bridge the menstrual hygiene gap in rural and tribal areas by ensuring access to sanitary napkins, awareness on menstrual health, and creating an open dialogue around menstruation. In line with this mission, BTG Trust, in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of Coimbatore Millennium, undertook a focused outreach program in Marudhangarai Keelur, a tribal village in the Coimbatore district.
BTG Trust organized a community health awareness campaign at Race Course Zone 1, Coimbatore, targeting early morning fitness enthusiasts. The campaign focused on educating people about healthy millets, native seeds and pulses with an emphasis on their role in preventing and managing diabetes. The event featured interactive activities, a quiz contest, and a heritage grain display, sponsored by Thamarai Brand, a local leader in traditional organic products.
In observance of Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025, BTG Trust, in collaboration with BlissPads, launched a vital outreach initiative in the tribal villages of Thuvaipathi and Thekkalur. The program focused on enhancing menstrual health management through the distribution of 100 eco-friendly sanitary napkin kits to 50 tribal women. These kits, donated by BlissPads, provided sustainable menstrual solutions while addressing environmental concerns. Alongside distribution, BTG Trust conducted educational sessions on menstrual hygiene, safe practices, and eco-conscious disposal methods. This initiative, under the broader SafeDays project, aimed to break stigma, promote menstrual dignity, and empower women with knowledge. The event emphasized cultural sensitivity and community engagement, ensuring inclusivity and respect. It also laid the groundwork for sustained grassroots health interventions in underserved regions. Through collaborative efforts with volunteers and local stakeholders, the outreach helped foster openness around women’s health issues. Women gained access to safe hygiene products for several months, improving their overall well-being. The awareness sessions further increased understanding of hygiene and environmental sustainability. The event helped normalize conversations around menstruation in remote areas. It strengthened the Trust’s relationship with tribal communities. BTG Trust remains committed to menstrual equity and sustainable health practices. The event was a significant step toward inclusive public health.
