Human Touch

31/05/2026

🚭 *Students Ask. We Stay Silent.*

*-"If ci******es kill, why are they legal?"*_

*_"If to***co is so harmful, why isn't it banned?"_*

It is perhaps the most difficult question I get during school awareness sessions on substance abuse, that deserves an honest answer.

This *World No To***co Day*, my article in *The Navhind Times* reflects on some uncomfortable realities:

❓ We speak of Nasha Mukt Bharat, but is ni****ne exempt?

❓ Why are vapes banned under PECA, yet easily available to school-going children?

❓ Why do we still see surrogate advertising of pan masala and to***co-linked brands despite knowing their influence on young minds?

❓ Why are products that burden our healthcare system still normalised through culture, commerce and weak enforcement?

The WHO theme this year is *"Unmasking the Appeal."*

Maybe it is also time to unmask our contradictions.

Because addiction is no longer being sold as a product.

It is being sold as a lifestyle.

Who benefits from addiction? And who pays the price?

***coday

31/05/2026

🚭 The to***co industry sells addiction as a choice. Awareness is the first step to breaking the cycle. Protect our youth, protect our future. ***coday

30/05/2026

🚭 What would you say to a friend who wants to quit to***co?

Your words could encourage, support, and inspire someone to take the first step towards a healthier life.

📩 Send us your message via DM.

✨ Selected responses will be featured on our page.

***coday ***co ***cofreelife

30/05/2026

40 years ago, Goa became a State. Today, the question is: what kind of Goa are we building for the next generation?*

At Human Touch Foundation, we believe Goa's greatest strength is its people—especially its children, adolescents and young people.

As we celebrate Goa Statehood Day, let us renew our commitment to creating a Goa where every young person can learn, thrive, dream and contribute with dignity.

❤️ Empowering Youth
🤝 Strengthening Communities
🌴 Building a Better Goa

Happy Goa Statehood Day!

28/05/2026

On the occasion of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, Human Touch Foundation, in collaboration with Community Health Centre, Pernem, organised a health camp, menstrual hygiene awareness session, and sanitary pads distribution drive for Kathkari tribal women and girls on 27th May 2026. 🩸❤️

The initiative aimed to spread awareness, encourage healthy menstrual practices, and support dignity and well-being among women and adolescent girls. Together, let’s continue breaking the silence and building a healthier, empowered community. 🌸




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27/05/2026

27/05/2026

Happy Birthday, *Fr. Michael Periera, SVD!* 🎉

We are grateful for your partnership and unwavering support in empowering vulnerable adolescents. Together, we are shaping brighter futures with compassion and care.

Wishing you a wonderful year ahead!

Team, Human Touch Foundation

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26/05/2026

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Rajesh Patil — mentor, supporter, and a constant source of encouragement to Human Touch Foundation. 🎉

Thank you for standing beside our work with compassion, wisdom, and commitment towards healthier and stronger communities.

Your guidance continues to inspire meaningful impact in countless lives.

Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more years of service and leadership ahead.

22/05/2026

We were privileged to have Prof. Vividh Ratnakant Pawaskar for an insightful Career Guidance Session at WeRise Camp Summer Edition 2026.

His inspiring words on career growth, confidence, communication, and leadership motivated participants to look towards the future with clarity and purpose. ✨

22/05/2026