FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026: IPHH Jammu Students Participate in Women’s Health Event

The Institute of Public Health & Hygiene College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences, Jammu provided its B.Sc. Nursing students with a valuable opportunity to participate in the FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026, held on 1 October 2026 at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME), SMVD University, Katra, Jammu & Kashmir.

The conference was organized by the Jammu Obstetrics and Gynaecology Association in association with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, SMVDIME. The event was conducted from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM under the theme “Harmony for Holistic Women’s Health.”

A total of 09 B.Sc. Nursing 4th Semester students from IPHH Jammu attended the conference along with Ms. Shabnam, Nursing Tutor, who accompanied the students as the faculty member.

Academic Exposure to Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026 provided nursing students with an opportunity to gain greater exposure to recent developments in the fields of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Participation in professional conferences helps students learn beyond their regular classroom curriculum and understand how theoretical concepts are connected with current healthcare practices.

For nursing students, knowledge of maternal and women’s healthcare is an important part of professional education. The conference provided an opportunity for students to develop their understanding of current approaches to obstetric and gynaecological care and the importance of evidence-based nursing practices.

The students also had the opportunity to learn from experienced healthcare professionals and gain insights into contemporary practices related to women’s health.

Theme: Harmony for Holistic Women’s Health

The theme of the conference, “Harmony for Holistic Women’s Health,” highlighted the importance of providing comprehensive healthcare to women.

Women’s health involves much more than the treatment of individual diseases. It includes maternal health, reproductive health, preventive care, clinical management, health education, and overall well-being. As future healthcare professionals, nursing students need to understand the importance of providing safe, compassionate, and holistic care.

The conference theme encouraged students to look at women’s healthcare from a comprehensive perspective and understand the role of different healthcare professionals in improving health outcomes.

Learning Opportunities for B.Sc. Nursing Students in FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026

Participation in academic conferences can play an important role in the professional development of nursing students. The event provided the participating students with an opportunity to strengthen their academic knowledge and gain exposure to current trends in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

The key learning objectives of the students’ participation included:

• Enhancing knowledge of recent advances in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Understanding current trends and practices in maternal and women’s healthcare.
• Developing an understanding of evidence-based nursing care.
• Learning about contemporary approaches to obstetric and gynaecological conditions.
• Interacting with medical experts, faculty members, and healthcare professionals.
• Improving professional knowledge, clinical understanding, and confidence.
• Developing interest in academic conferences, seminars, and professional activities.
• Increasing awareness of maternal and reproductive health.
• Connecting classroom learning with current clinical practices.

Bridging the Gap Between Classroom Learning and Clinical Practice

One of the important benefits of participating in professional conferences is that students get an opportunity to connect their academic learning with real-world healthcare practices.

Classroom education provides nursing students with fundamental knowledge and concepts, while conferences and other academic activities expose them to current developments and professional practices. Such experiences can help students understand how healthcare knowledge continues to evolve and why continuous learning is important in the nursing profession.

The participation of IPHH Jammu students in the conference was therefore an important step towards encouraging academic learning, professional interaction, and clinical awareness.

Encouraging Professional Development Among Nursing Students

At IPHH Jammu, opportunities such as academic conferences, seminars, workshops, and other professional activities can support the overall development of nursing students. Such activities encourage students to explore new areas of healthcare, communicate with professionals, and develop confidence in their chosen field.

The participation of the B.Sc. Nursing 4th Semester students in the FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026 provided them with meaningful exposure to the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and women’s healthcare.

Under the guidance of Ms. Shabnam, Nursing Tutor, the students participated in the event and gained valuable academic exposure outside their regular classroom environment.

The participation of IPHH Jammu B.Sc. Nursing students in the FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026 was a valuable academic and professional learning experience. The conference provided students with exposure to recent developments in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and helped them understand the importance of holistic women’s healthcare.

Such opportunities encourage nursing students to continue learning, engage with healthcare professionals, and develop a better understanding of current clinical practices. The experience also supported the students in connecting their theoretical knowledge with practical healthcare requirements.

Participation in academic and professional events such as the FOGSI North Zonal Conference with YUVA 2026 contributes to the overall development of nursing students and helps prepare them for their future roles as skilled, knowledgeable, and confident healthcare professionals.