January 25, 2025 – In response to the growing concerns of excessive mobile usage, Chetana Empowerment Foundation organized a special Digital Wellness and Social Media Anti-Addiction Awareness Program for women. The event took place at Garware Community Hall, Cidco & Waluj, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, providing participants with knowledge and tools to navigate the digital age responsibly.
Held in celebration of Makar Sankranti, the event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of over 750 women. To raise awareness about the health and psychological effects of excessive digital consumption, an impactful street play, “Triple D”, along with interactive workshops, delivered crucial messages.
🔹 Expert Guidance & Awareness: Chetna Foundation’s Vice President, Mitali Lathi, led the session, providing deep insights into digital wellness. She guided women on the proper use of smartphones and helped them recognize the negative impact of screen overuse. Participants took a pledge to observe Mobile Fasting Day, helping them reflect on their digital habits.
🔹 Experiencing Mindfulness & Mental Balance: The event also introduced participants to nature walks and mindfulness meditation, offering a pathway to inner peace and emotional well-being. The goal was to help women maintain mental balance and safeguard their well-being in the digital era.
🔹 Chetna Foundation’s Ongoing Impact: Since 2012, the foundation has been actively promoting value-based education and digital wellness, reaching over 95,965 students across 185+ schools. Moving forward, Chetna Foundation is committed to expanding its efforts by conducting similar programs in schools, colleges, and various social groups, emphasizing the importance of digital wellness and social media detox.
The overwhelming positive response to this program highlights the growing need for digital wellness awareness. Chetna Foundation remains dedicated to empowering women by helping them lead a more balanced and healthy digital life.
– Team Chetana