Child in Need Institute (CINI)

Child in Need Institute (CINI) CINI is a NGO registered under the Societies Registration Act in India estb. Child in Need Institute (CINI), a national NGO that was established in 1974.

in 1974 by a pediatrician, Dr. Samir Chaudhuri in West Bengal, India now runs operations in 5 state, assisting about 10 million people. Our mission is "to ensure that children and adolescents achieve their rights to health, nutrition, education, protection and participation by making duty bearers and communities responsive to their wellbeing" . We reach out to the disadvantaged and the vulnerable

across rural and urban settings in West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha and Assam. CINI has won the National Award in Child Welfare twice, in 1985 and 2004. This is the official page of CINI.

Mental health is shaped by our relationships, emotional expression, social connections, and access to support.This Men's...
16/06/2026

Mental health is shaped by our relationships, emotional expression, social connections, and access to support.

This Men's Mental Health Month, TEENLINE highlights the importance of creating safe spaces where men and boys can learn, connect, express themselves, and seek support through awareness, psychoeducation, and peer engagement.

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"Community based Simulation Games to Drive lasting Social and Behavioural Change"Over the years of working in community ...
16/06/2026

"Community based Simulation Games to Drive lasting Social and Behavioural Change"

Over the years of working in community health & nutrition, CINI has recognized that adopting new behaviour is often one of the greatest challenges for communities. Deeply rooted cultural beliefs and traditional practices often make it difficult for people to change harmful behaviours through awareness sessions alone.
To address this, CINI implements interactive simulation games as a strategic Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) approach to promote positive behavioural changes within communities. By engaging in these games and taking a break from their busy daily routines, community members connect with the learning process in an enjoyable and relatable way, making it easier for them to absorb key messages.
From pregnant women and adolescents to frontline workers, SBCC games bring diverse groups together and foster participation more effectively. These games are now being rolled out across CINI intervention areas in multiple states and projects-creating accountability and fostering convergence for sustainable outcomes.

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, CINI organized a range of awareness and action-oriented activities across...
15/06/2026

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, CINI organized a range of awareness and action-oriented activities across Uttar Dinajpur and Assam under the theme “Let’s Protect It for a Better Tomorrow.”
The celebrations included rallies, awareness sessions, tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns, sit-and-draw competitions, kitchen garden development, installation of waste bins, and green pledging.
In Uttar Dinajpur, around 2,500 children, adolescents, Kanyasree Club members, SHG members, teachers, Gram Panchayat representatives, community volunteers, and local residents participated enthusiastically.
In Assam, students, Anganwadi Workers, pregnant women, children, and community members joined hands in promoting environmental stewardship through awareness sessions and plantation activities across Sonitpur and Tamulpur districts, reinforcing the collective commitment towards a greener and healthier future.

CINI, in collaboration with Reliance HSE - Sustainability Team and , commemorated at the Reliance Mall premises in Bh...
12/06/2026

CINI, in collaboration with Reliance HSE - Sustainability Team and , commemorated at the Reliance Mall premises in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on June 10, 2026.

The "Young Changemakers" from the slums of Bhubaneswar raised awareness among the audience regarding the impacts of environmental degradation and on children and young people, while also offering through various activities.
These included sharing lived experiences, performing a Nukkad Natak (skit) titled "Say No to Polythene: A Plastic-Free Future," a Snake and Ladder game focused on climate change, a quiz, and seedball making. The audience, which comprised staff and visitors at Reliance Mall, actively participated in the program, making it an enjoyable learning experience for everyone involved.
The officials expressed their gratitude to the youth for their innovative contributions and effective performances that led to the program's success. Somnath Basak

Building Young Changemakers for a Better Tomorrow!Ms. Kakoli Dey, Assistant Director, CINI, conducted a Young Ambassador...
12/06/2026

Building Young Changemakers for a Better Tomorrow!

Ms. Kakoli Dey, Assistant Director, CINI, conducted a Young Ambassador Programme at St. Paul's School, Primary Wing, Darjeeling, aimed at sensitising students to the pressing challenges faced by their underprivileged brothers and sisters.

The interactive programme encouraged empathy, compassion, and social awareness among young learners, fostering a sense of responsibility towards creating a more equitable society. By empowering students to understand social realities and engage with community issues, the initiative seeks to nurture future leaders committed to positive social change.

Today, CINI is commemorating the World Day Against Child Labour across all its field units, championing this year's them...
12/06/2026

Today, CINI is commemorating the World Day Against Child Labour across all its field units, championing this year's theme: "Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults." Together, we stand for every child's right to learn, play, and grow in a child friendly community.

(MHM) Day was observed across tea gardens in Sonitpur district, Assam, under the Creating in initiative. Led by ad...
11/06/2026

(MHM) Day was observed across tea gardens in Sonitpur district, Assam, under the Creating in initiative. Led by adolescent peer leaders and mothers' groups, the celebrations brought together schools, communities, Convergent Committees, and tea garden managements to promote awareness, challenge stigma, and strengthen collective action towards menstrual health and well-being.

In continuation of the observance of , a handholding training program was organised at CINI Pailan campus regarding the...
11/06/2026

In continuation of the observance of , a handholding training program was organised at CINI Pailan campus regarding the at household level under IICCHAA project (Indian Initiative of Child Centric HIV/AIDS Approach) on June 9th, 2026. The focus was to promote and practices at household’s yard of infected families. This capacity building program included household , from kitchen wastes, with locally available low costing materials, and selection of climate-resilient and nutrient-rich seeds.
About 30 parents and 3 adolescents from HIV infected families participated from the several villages under South 24 PGS district.

Driving Public Health Through Climate ActionDr. Indrani Bhattacharyya, CEO of Child in Need Institute (CINI), participat...
11/06/2026

Driving Public Health Through Climate Action

Dr. Indrani Bhattacharyya, CEO of Child in Need Institute (CINI), participated in the workshop "Improving Public Health through Climate Action", hosted by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - India Research Center in Mumbai on 9–10 June 2026.

The workshop brought together leading researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and development partners to discuss three high-impact initiatives focused on national policy integration, urban transformation, and rural interventions for climate-resilient public health.

During the session, Dr. Bhattacharyya presented the CINI Method, highlighting its effectiveness in fostering meaningful community engagement and empowering communities to address health and development challenges. She also emphasized the critical role of NGOs such as CINI in catalyzing change, while strengthening public systems and government services to sustain and scale impact over time.

The workshop was organized with the participation of partners including Harvard C-CHANGE, AshokaUniversity Ashoka Centre for a People-centric Energy Transition (ACPET), C40 Cities South and West Asia and Dasra.

# by On 5th June 2026, Teenline successfully organized a one-day Summer Camp, "Moner Janala", at CINI, Golpark for ch...
08/06/2026

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On 5th June 2026, Teenline successfully organized a one-day Summer Camp, "Moner Janala", at CINI, Golpark for children aged 10–14 years.

A total of 10 children participated in a series of fun and interactive activities focused on emotional well-being, self-esteem, empathy, confidence building, and healthy coping skills. Through engaging sessions such as the Kindness Circle, Freeze Emotion Dance, Emotional First Aid Kit, Emotion Pizza, Mirror Activity, and Guided Imagery, children explored their emotions, expressed themselves creatively, and learned valuable life skills.

The camp concluded with a special Parent–Child Interaction Session, where parents and children connected through meaningful conversations and activities designed to strengthen communication and emotional bonding. An open discussion on adolescent emotional well-being and positive parenting further enriched the experience.

The day ended on a joyful note with certificate distribution, small tokens of appreciation, and a group photograph, celebrating participation, learning, and togetherness.

Creating safe spaces for children to grow, express, and thrive, one step at a time.

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Village Daulatpur, Via Joka, Post Pailan
Kolkata
700104

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Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

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