Wellbeing of Children and Adolescents through Field-Based Action Project – A Case Study of Centre for Child and Adolescent Wellbeing (CCAW), University of Delhi

Abstract

Health and wellbeing of children and adolescents is an important area in context of United Nations 20230 agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG 3 (ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages” gives direction to leave no one behind. Within the context of SDGs the children and adolescent needs to be acknowledged and addressed at all levels. Many factors may impact their physical and mental health and overall being. Globally one in seven in the age group of 10-19 years, which comprise 16% of the world population experiences mental health issues (WHO, 2021). The adolescent age is a critical period in the life of an individual. There can be many direct or indirect factors which contribute to healthy adult life. In this context the paper aims to develop an understanding on various factors and approaches of health and well-being of children and adolescents and future outcome. The early age guidance and proper direction can significantly impact adolescents’ resilience, coping mechanisms, and overall physical and mental well-being. The social work interventions through field-based action project experiences are shared to discuss how through evidence based social work practices and intervention the children and adolescent wellbeing can be promoted. The research paper shares outcomes applicable to children and adolescent wellbeing in urban community settings. These insights aim to develop social work intervention plans in fostering well-being of children and adolescents.