Suresh Bollepogu is the Technical Advisor for Advocacy, Communication, and Social Mobilization with the State TB Cell in Telangana. With 12 years of experience in public health, he provides technical support in communications for the TB elimination efforts in the state. Suresh holds an MBA in Marketing and a B.Sc. in Mathematics, with expertise in behavior change communication, program management, and capacity building in sectors like TB, HIV, and sanitation.
Engaging youth as partners empowered them to create authentic, relatable content using storytelling. This approach proved effective in reducing stigma, fostering empathy, and promoting early diagnosis and treatment adherence—highlighting the potential of creative, youth-driven advocacy in public health programs.
Source: Conference 2024Counselling sessions assisted with the game brought lot of laughs along with the reported behavioral changes which contributed to the treatment adherence and adopted healthy habits.
Source: Conference 2024These six powerful stories ignited a movement—now, across the state, more TB Champions are stepping forward to share their journeys on various platforms including radio, social media, and community events.
Source: Conference 2024