The outbreak of COVID-19 severely impacted the lives and livelihoods of millions, especially the underprivileged. In response, the Indian Institute of Youth Welfare (IIYW) launched rapid and sustained relief initiatives across the districts of Nagpur, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, and Yavatmal. Our mission was to protect the most vulnerable — including daily wage earners, migrant families, mother-headed households, and rural communities — by delivering immediate aid, healthcare access, and long-term recovery support.

Through strong coordination with government agencies, health departments, Gram Panchayats, and local volunteers, IIYW’s pandemic response became a lifeline for thousands.

Key Relief Interventions

Emergency Food & Hygiene Distribution

• Distributed dry ration kits to thousands of low-income and daily-wage families

• Provided hygiene kits including masks, soaps, and sanitizers

• Special support to women-led households, persons with disabilities, and migrant workers

Health Awareness & Medical Support

• COVID-19 education campaigns in rural and tribal communities

• Vaccination awareness drives and support with registration

• Organized gynaecological checkups, blood testing, and general health camps in villages like Mohorli

Adolescent & Women Wellness

• Nutrition and menstrual hygiene awareness sessions for adolescent girls

• Distribution of sanitary kits and personal hygiene material

• Emotional wellness sessions to support mental health during isolation and uncertainty

Capacity Building & Local Mobilization

• Training youth and SHG members to carry out awareness and relief campaigns

• Street play workshops to spread COVID-appropriate behavior in rural settings

• Coordination with Primary Health Centres (PHCs) for medical outreach in remote areas

Project Highlights from Mohorli, Chandrapur

As part of our COVID-19 relief efforts, a series of targeted programs were conducted in Mohorli village:

Impact

• 20,000+ people reached through direct relief and awareness

• Multiple health camps across project districts

• Increased vaccination awareness and preventive behavior in underserved areas

• Mobilized dozens of trained volunteers to reach remote villages with information and supplies

Partnerships & Support

• Collaboration with Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and local government bodies

• Supported by local leadership, Gram Panchayats, and medical professionals

• Implemented by IIYW’s dedicated staff, social workers, and trained SHG members