Ahmedabad: The Gujarat Adolescent Health Academy (AHA) will host the grand “ADOLESCON 2025” National Conference from September 19 to 21, 2025, at Crowne Plaza, S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad. This event forms an important part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of the Adolescent Health Academy (AHA).
Set against the backdrop of Ahmedabad , a city known for its heritage and progress, “ADOLESCON 2025” will be jointly organized by Gujarat AHA, AOP Ahmedabad, and AOP Gujarat. The conference promises a treasure trove of scientific knowledge along with a unique experience of Gujarati hospitality. Sharing details about the event were Dr. Himabindu Singh (Chairperson, AHA India), Dr. Sushma Desai (Organizing Chairperson, ADOLESCON 2025), Dr. Nishchal Bhatt (Organizing Chairperson, ADOLESCON 2025 and Chairperson Gujarat AHA), and Dr. Samir Shah (Chief Organizing Secretary).
Adolescents are the powerhouse of human potential. Investing in their health and wellbeing yields lifelong returns and contributes to building a healthier and stronger nation. This year, the conference theme is “Mpower YUVA – Accelerated Action for the Health of Adolescents (AAHA!!)” which emphasizes the vital role of pediatricians in adolescent healthcare. The sessions are designed by pediatricians, for pediatricians, helping them integrate adolescent healthcare into their daily practice with ease.
Over three days, the conference will address a wide range of sensitive adolescent issues, including mental health concerns, substance abuse, digital wellness, career and exam stress, peer pressure, bullying, body image, and related challenges. There will also be dedicated sessions on girls’ health such as menstrual health and hygiene, PCOS, teenage pregnancy; critical topics like HPV and cancer prevention, non-communicable diseases, dengue prevention; a special UNICEF-led session; as well as discussions on counselling, sports medicine, and life skills. Interactive youth-centered events like Youth Quiz Showdown and Youth Unfiltered will provide a direct connection with young participants.
As part of ADOLESCON 2025, an outreach program was conducted across schools and colleges in Gujarat from September 13 to 19. These programs engaged students, parents, and teachers with awareness sessions focusing on healthy lifestyle (diet, exercise, sleep), immunization awareness, mental health (stress, exam pressure, anxiety, bullying), social media use and its impact, life skills, and family life education.
The three-day conference will bring together eminent experts, pediatricians, and healthcare leaders from across India. Through scientific sessions, research paper presentations, poster presentations, and workshops, the conference will explore multiple dimensions of adolescent health.
