International Day of Older Persons
National Service Scheme (NSS) of our college organized a programme as part of International Day of Older Persons on 01 October 2024 in an Open Air Classroom at 1.00 p.m. On the occasion, NSS Volunteers will take the pledge to safeguard the rights of older persons.
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NSS Foundation Day
St John's College commemorate NSS Foundation Day "Not Me But You" on 24 September 2024 at 11.30 a.m. with various programmes like NSS Flag Hoisting, Keynote Address and inauguration of the NSS Room.
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Pachathuruth, Green Campus
Under the auspices of Department of Environmental Science, NSS and Green Kerala Mission, Govt of Kerala, 'Pachathuruth' was inaugurated in the college as part of a Green Campus initiative on 27 August 2024 in the college.
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World Breastfeeding Week
As part of World Breastfeeding Week, Dr. D Venmani Dakshinamurthi delivered a talk to our students on August 5, 2024. The event was organized by the Women’s Cell and NSS Unit with the aim to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and to promote a supportive environment for new mothers. 84 students attended the talk. Dr D Venmani Dakshinamurthi delivered an engaging and informative session, covering topics such as:
• Benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and babies
• Common challenges faced by new mothers and solutions
• Role of family and community in supporting breastfeeding
The talk was followed by a Q&A session, where students actively participated and clarified their doubts. Dr. Dakshinamurthy's expertise and passion for the subject made the session highly enriching and inspiring.
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Anti Drug Awareness Session
National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of our college in association with Anti-Narcotic cell and Pink Police, Punalur organized an Anti Drug Awareness Class on 24 July 2024 in the college Auditorium from 2.00 to 3.00 p.m. Ms Deepika, Vanitha Cell Counsellor is the resource person for the programme.
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One day Workshop
National Service Scheme (NSS) and Women's Cell of our college in association with Kudumbasree District Mission organized a One day Workshop on "Gender Awareness and Sensitivity" in the college on 12 July 2024 from 1.30 to 3.30 p.m. Ms.Bushra S, Service Provider, Snehitha Gender Help Desk is the resource person for the programme.
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International Yoga Day
As part of International Yoga Day 2024, NSS and NCC unit of our college organized a programme on 21 June 2024 in the College Auditorium. Mr. Chandradharan Nair, the Chief Guest of the programme gave a lecture on the importance of the day followed by a training session.
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Outreach programme
On June 8, 2024, the National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers of our college conducted a community outreach activity by distributing school bags and study materials to the children at Karikone, a village near Anchal. This initiative was part of the NSS unit’s ongoing efforts to support the education of children among the underprivileged communities. The primary objective of this distribution event was to provide essential educational resources to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. By equipping these young learners with school bags and necessary study materials, the NSS unit aimed to foster an environment conducive to learning and personal development.
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World Environment Day
National Service Scheme (NSS) of our college in collaboration with PG Department of Environmental Science organized a talk on 'Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience' by Dr G Madhusoodanan Pillai (Former Professor and Research Guide, Department of Environmental Science, University of Kerala) as part of World Environment Day celebration on 05 June 2024 in the College Auditorium.
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