GAIMS proudly launches the *National Stem Cell Advocacy & Donor Registration Initiative* in collaboration with *American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin × DATRI Blood Stem Cell Donors Registry* This *nationwide student-led project* aims to expand India’s stem cell donor registry and bring hope to patients awaiting life-saving transplants. *How can we contribute as medical students?* This initiative will take place in two phases across medical colleges nationwide *Phase 1 – Advocacy & Awareness* College Boards, College Heads, and GAIMS members will conduct awareness campaigns to educate peers and communities about stem cell donation. Phase 2  :Registration Drives Colleges will organize Stem Cell Donor Registration Camps in collaboration with DATRI, where volunteers can register through a simple consent process and oral swab. *Project Toolkit (guidelines, forms & materials):* https://www.canva.com/design/DAHDoNCtrGE/mXuHa8Pv5nW98KjPSi7TSA/edit?utm_content=DAHDoNCtrGE&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton *Why participate?*

• Contribute to a national public health initiative • Lead advocacy in your college • Work alongside AAPI & DATRI • Receive recognition for your contribution

*Queries:* *Dr. Tanya Singh* General Secretary (25/26) +91 97171 45675 One donor can save a life. Let’s lead the change.