johnm – Mindupfoundation

30 Mar

Water from Air

Welcome to our page dedicated to bringing clean and sustainable drinking water to communities in need. At MindupFoundation, we believe that every person, regardless of their location or circumstances, deserves access to safe water—a fundamental necessity for life. Our mission is to install innovative water-from-air technology in regions where traditional water sources are scarce, ensuring that no one suffers from water insecurity. Join us in making a lasting impact by supporting our cause. Together, we can turn air into water and bring hope to those who need it most.

In 2025, we launched this initiative in collaboration with local authorities to identify and support communities in dire need, particularly in remote and tribal areas. Partnering with a dedicated implementation team, we focus on designing and installing sustainable water solutions, ensuring long-term access to clean drinking water for those who need it most.

Project 1. Our first project is in the Koipram tribal panchayat near Tiruvalla, Kerala. We have gathered the initial requirements, and a field study is currently underway to assess the site and ensure the successful implementation of the water solution. It will provide clean drinking water for approximately 10 tribal families, benefiting 30 individuals majority of whom are women and children.

Click here for implementation budget

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20 Nov

Current Project 2024 – 2025

After a very impactful program in 2022-2023, Creative Youth is back into action again for the year 2024-2025. After meticulous planning and rigorous recruiting process for months to find the needy teens who come from unfortunate circumstances, the program took off on July 2024.

This year again the location is Mahi, Kerala. In the vibrant heart of a community teeming with promise, where the gentle waves of the Arabian Sea whisper tales of ambition, and the coconut palms stand tall as silent witnesses to dreams taking root, a transformative gathering is poised to commence. Here, in the culturally rich landscape of creative potential, a dedicated cohort of young minds is about to embark on a journey that transcends the conventional—a journey into the realm of life skills, soft skills, communicative English, and the invaluable compass of career guidance.

Seasoned mentors, distinguished in their fields, stand ready to impart not just knowledge but the wisdom drawn from the tapestry of their own experiences. The curriculum, carefully crafted to bridge the gap between aspirations and accomplishments, encompasses the essentials of life skills, the nuances of soft skills, the power of communicative English, and the roadmap to navigate the labyrinth of career choices.

Welcome to the dawn of a new chapter.

Click here (Creative youth) here for a comprehensive view of our past work.

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Project Overview: Creative Youth is a transformative project designed to empower individuals with a comprehensive set of life skills, soft skills, emotional intelligence, communicative English, and career guidance. The project recognizes the critical role these skills play in personal and professional development, aiming to bridge the gap between aspirations and accomplishments.

Implementation Partner: PeacehubInternational, India

Key Components:

Life Skills: Through dynamic and experiential sessions, participants are guided in developing essential life skills. These include goal-setting, time management, problem-solving, and resilience. Practical scenarios and real-world examples are used to enhance understanding and application.
Soft Skills: The project places a strong emphasis on cultivating soft skills such as effective communication, teamwork, adaptability, and leadership. Interactive workshops, role-playing, and collaborative activities create an engaging environment for skill acquisition.
Emotional Intelligence: Participants delve into the realm of emotional intelligence through self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and interpersonal skills. Immersive exercises and reflective practices are employed to foster emotional resilience and a deeper understanding of one’s emotions.
Mental Health: Creative Youth project prioritizes mental health awareness and resilience-building. Participants engage in open discussions, mindfulness exercises, and coping strategies to foster a positive and supportive mental well-being.
Communicative English: Recognizing the global significance of English proficiency and the lack of confidence in English language , Creative Youth project integrates communicative English training. Participants engage in language-building activities, discussions, and language immersion experiences to enhance their spoken and written communication skills.
Career Guidance: The project provides comprehensive career guidance, offering insights into various professions, industry trends, and skill requirements. Career exploration workshops, mentorship sessions, and exposure to real-world scenarios equip participants with the knowledge to make informed career choices.

Methodology: Our sessions adopt a highly engaging and interactive approach to learning. The sessions are designed to be immersive, incorporating multimedia, role-playing, case studies, and interactive discussions. Trained facilitators create a supportive and participative atmosphere, encouraging active involvement and fostering a sense of community.

Impact: The project envisions a profound impact on participants’ overall well-being and personal development. By addressing mental health alongside essential life and soft skills, the project aims to empower individuals to navigate challenges with resilience, empathy, and effective communication, ultimately contributing to their holistic growth

Project Duration: July 2024 – July 2025

Gallery (more to come as the sessions progress)

By johnm Current 2024 - 2025 0 Comments

08 Oct

Steps to Freedom

Welcome to our page dedicated to supporting individuals who have lost their limbs. At MindupFoundation, we believe that every person, regardless of their physical challenges, deserves a life filled with hope, opportunities, and the chance to thrive. Our mission is to provide essential assistance, resources, and a strong support network to those who have faced limb loss, empowering them to reclaim their independence and pursue their dreams. We do our due diligence and offer this support to the really needy ones in the society. Join us in making a meaningful impact by contributing to our cause. Together, we can help amputees embrace a brighter future.

In 2023, we have started the initiative to lessen the inequality gap in the society stems out of physical constraints. We provide the financial support to get them back on life. In this process we work with Hope Prosthetic Rehab center in Kochi, Kerala.

Note: Our most recent initiative, Case 3, is highlighted below.

Case 1.

Nevin Pratish: 19 years, from Aluva Kerala , who lost his leg in a train accident. He is a nursing student and he wanted to pursue his studies after getting prosthetic legs. (Request received in May 2023 and work completed in June 2023)

We gave him basic below knee Prosthesis with Silicon liner, shuttle lock, stainless assembly and active carbon foot with Diabetic footwear.

Case 2.

Jeevan K.B: 48 years, from Cochin Kerala, who lost his leg due to toxic infections after a simple accident. He was a taxi driver before and Jeevan wanted to be an autorickshaw driver with the help of a prosthetic leg so he can continue to feed his family again.(Request received in Sep 2023 and work completed in Jan 2024)

His case was an above knee scenario making it more complicated. He was given knee prosthesis with Silicone Liner + Shuttle Lock + Carbon Fibre Socket + Active Pneumatic Knee Joint + Lightweight assembly + Active Foot.

Case 3.

George Joseph: 61 years, from Erumathala (Ernakulam district) Kerala, who lost his leg due to Gangrene after a minor road accident. The infection took both his legs and he wants to back on his feet again for his basic needs. (Request received March 2025..)

By johnm Limbs for Life 0 Comments

11 Mar

Past Project 2022-2023

After a brief break from Covid, our operations were resumed in year 2022 and it has witnessed an incredible result in impacting the youths of the program.

In the heart of the serene and enchanting landscapes of Mahi, Kerala, a story of resilience, compassion, and hope unfolds. Here, amidst the lush greenery and tranquil backwaters, lie communities that have faced adversity, yet continue to shine with unwavering spirit. The project “Creative Youth Empowerment” in Mahi, Kerala” is more than just an endeavor; it is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of collective action.

Mahi, one of the coastal regions in the south of India, like many places around the world, is not untouched by the challenges of our times. The people here have weathered storms, both literal and metaphorical, and have emerged with a determination to build a better future. This project is a humble response to their call for support, a call that transcends geographical boundaries.

As we embark on this journey, we aim to uplift lives, restore hope, and sow the seeds of change. Our mission is clear: to provide assistance, opportunities, and a helping hand to the teens predominantly girls who come from unfortunate circumstances. Together, we will build bridges of empathy, foster growth, and create a brighter tomorrow for the remarkable youth of Mahi.

Join us in this noble cause as we strive to make a difference, one life at a time. Together, we will transform challenges into triumphs and sow the seeds of hope in the hearts of those teens who need it most. This is a story of unity, compassion, and progress—a story we are honored to share and be a part of.

Location

Project Name: Creative Youth Empowerment Program

Location: Mahi, Kerala, India

Objective: The Creative Youth Empowerment Program is designed to empower young individuals with essential life skills and personal development tools. The program aims to foster self-awareness, build self-confidence, and equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary for personal and professional growth and helps them through career assessment and guidance.

Session Highlights:

Unfreezing & Team Building:

Objective: Rapport building with the team, team building, and understanding group dynamics.
Participants actively engaged, displaying cooperativeness and openness to change.

Self Awareness:

Objective: To help participants understand themselves better.
Highly interactive session with a focus on self-awareness.

Find Your Niche:

Objective: Identifying strengths and skills to build a unique identity.
Topics covered include finding a niche, goal setting, and reverse thinking technique.

Design Thinking:

Objective: Solving complex problems in a user-centric way.
Topics covered include empathy, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Ideation:

Objective: Encouraging creative and critical thinking.
All participants actively engaged in creative activities.

System Formation:

Objective: Building a system for achieving personal dreams and visions.
All participants participated actively and interacted well.

Real Life Practice:

Objective: Applying life skills in real life.
Participants actively engaged and realized the importance of life skills.

Career Planning:

Objective: Assisting participants in career planning.
One-on-one counseling sessions conducted.

Assertiveness Skill:

Objective: Developing assertiveness through role plays.
Active participation from all participants.

Body Language and Communication:

Objective: Improving communication through body language awareness.
Active participation and engagement in role plays.

Mindfulness & Emotional Intelligence (EI):

Objective: Enhancing mindfulness and EI skills.
Participants actively engaged in mindfulness activities and strategies.

Impact: The Creative Youth Empowerment Program has been highly interactive and engaging, with participants displaying a willingness to learn and grow. The program has helped individuals build self-awareness, improve communication, and develop essential life skills. Participants have shown progress in various areas, from decision-making to emotional intelligence and help them land in jobs in various verticals.

Gallery

By johnm Past Project 2022 - 2023 0 Comments

25 Dec

Balika Bhavan Project -2018

Balika Bhavan is an orphanage run by the Mar Thoma Syrian Church in the southern state of Kerala India. Our program debuted at this orphanage with 26 girl students in 2017. All of the girls at this orphanage are coming from underprivileged or broken families.

2017 program lifted up the students and showed them a world outside the 4 walls of an orphanage through a number sessions we had with students.

In a nutshell we showed them to dream about a better future.

This year we structured our curriculum and we will focus on 3 elements

Awareness about vocational careers & assess each student on their potential future career based on talent and interest and drive them to pursue the career
Focus on English language
Focus on essential life skills

The program started on 8th September 2018 and spans across several months. Program sessions are primarily on weekends and other holidays when the students are free from their regular school activities.

Location

Activity Report

Sep 9, 2018

Topic: Career Planning

Resource Person: Shammas Abdul Khader

The first session about career planning was about understanding personal strengths and its impact on choosing a career. Tried to make the session active and interesting by adding games and activities and gave an overview about personality, aptitude and interest.

The students were active and alert, and were interested on the subject. It has been understood that all children are aware about the importance of having a career and have a desire to get a job after their studies to make a living. All students are above average and could not find anybody below average. That indicates all students have the potential to reach a career suits them.

The next sessions will be about career exploration, personal counselling and suitable courses for each career which are easily accessible from Pathanamthitta. And also follow up with the students and Balika Bhavan authority till they reach to a career.

Sep 16, 2018

Topic: Communicative English
Resource Person: Sameena K C, Spoken English Teacher.

Today’s session was to asses the understanding of students about the English Language.

The session focused on the relevance of English as a massive means of communication. The students were capable of understanding the important tips for self-introduction in English and it was one of the main highlights. Activities and small games were included in this session that made the session more interactive. The class was more helpful to acquire the linguistic competence required in various life situations.

The students participation were enchanting and more appreciative. The class concluded with a serious discussion based on the topic ” Impact of T.V programmes”

Sep 20, 2018

Topic: Career Planning

Resource Person: Shammas Abdul Khader

The session was on Career Information, i.e. introducing different career opportunities available and entry routes to those careers. The trainer was able to present around 80 careers under 12 career clusters. Which includes Allied Medical courses, Government services, Accounts & Finance jobs, Beauty & Wellness industry etc.

It has been observed that students were able to understand about new career fields and some has found out a better suitable career for them. The courses and colleges suggested are based on the location, which are near to their place. In some cases colleges available in neighboring districts are also suggested.

The major outcome of the session was some students were able to plan for professional careers such as banking jobs and also some students expressed their interest towards teaching jobs. A detailed guidance and counselling will be provided in upcoming sessions to each student to plan their career.

Sep 20, 2018 - External Evaluation

Topic: External evaluation of session

Resource Person: Hari, Social Evangelist

OBJECTIVES OF THE VISIT

To visit Bhalika bhavan
To meet Fr. John, the Principal of Balika Bhavan
To coordinate the career counseling class
To observe and evaluate the training session

Training Methodology

The training is focused career planning for children. In the hall total of 16 children gathered. The training included ppt presentation, group discussions, games, review sessions and individual analysis .

Presentation

The trainer used power point presentation in this training. He show the ppt in a projector screen and explained one by one.

Group Discussions

In the session children gathered as a different group and discussed the career planning and presented what they discussed.

Games

Small games were added when the children were tired in the session

Individual Analysis

In the training session, trainer conducted individual analysis for each children . He call the children separately and discussed their individual opinion and interests

EVALUATION

Overall performance of the trainer is good.
Need to add free time, because the continues class is little boring in children
Everyone has good opinion about this class

Oct 13, 2018

Topic: Communicative English

Resource Person: Sameena, Spoken English Teacher

Today’s session was about Introducing self , conversational techniques and tips. In the tough competitive world today , much of the success depends up on the communicative competence of the students . A part from technical skills, communication skills carry on equal importance.

The session started with a friendly conversation among students. The students were able to understand the uses of ‘relative pronouns’. During this session , provided some important conversational techniques such as how to ask permission how to deny something etc. After that students enjoyed word guessing game. The session concluded with a serious talk about fashionable trends in people.

Oct 28, 2018

Topic: Communicative English

Resource Person: Sameena, Spoken English Teacher.

Today’s session focused on Basic Grammar and Spoken English.

The session gave more priority for general English and basic grammar. The concept of tenses is very important in establishing effective communication. Students gained a concrete abstract knowledge about the main verb forms and its subdivisions. Discussed some topics related to general English such as collective nouns, proper nouns animals and young one’s that was enrich their vocabulary.

The session concluded with a debate based on the topic ‘villages are better than town’.

Nov 6, 2018

Topic: Career Planning

Resource Person: Shammas Abdul Khader

In Today’s session, the trainer met with students individually. Learned about their family background, drilled into your their career interests, explored their personal traits.

16 girl students from 9th grade to 12th grade were assessed with a bit more emphasis on 11th-grade and 12th-grade students. Students were very enthusiastic to go thru such planned career planning.

Next step is to come up with a report where a primary and secondary career would be suggested for those who went through this systematic process. In addition, colleges or training centers where these students can pursue their chosen career path would also be recommended.

The report would be shared with the orphanage director and any subsequent help would be duly provided for the students to pursue a gainful employment. In addition, potential scholarship for their chosen career will also be provided.

Our mission is ” No child is deserved to be left behind”.

Nov 11, 2018

Topic: Communicative English

Resource Person: Sameena KC , Spoken English Teacher.

Today’s session was to give awareness on Public Speaking Skills

The priority was given for functional grammar
and awareness about public speaking. The grammatical structures
presented in natural contexts and supported by interesting
practice tasks that helped the students to understand the meaning and
usage. Different topics were carefully selected for public speaking such as
school, friendship, health, sports, arts, music, adventure, fun,
travel etc.

Real-life listening and speaking tasks in English with
pair and group activities enhanced the self-confidence of
the students. At the end of the session we discussed variety list of
‘Gender Form’, ‘Vocabulary’ etc.

Dec 9, 2018

Topic: Communicative English, Role Play , Conclusion and Evaluation

Resource Person: Sameena KC , Spoken English Teacher.

Today’s session was filled with practical application of communicative English with role plays, skits, and debates. It was an unprecedented experience for students and a very satisfying feeling for the trainer. Students were able to apply the knowledge they garnered in the past couple of weeks on communicative English.

This concluding session focused on essential English grammatical structures includes question tags, auxiliary verbs etc. Discussed main rules with simple examples and followed by exercises which help the students speaking skill. Students performed ‘English skit’ based on the topic of ‘demerits of mobile phones’. Student’s performances were enchanting. It helped to stimulate the imagination and creativity of students.

The sessions were not only a complementary to their language exposure at school, but it also rooted out the fear of communication in English. Lack of knowledge in spoken English is a major detrimental factor in getting good educational opportunities for a better career. We address this deficiency through these sessions.

Jan 20, 2019

Topic: Evaluation, Life Skills & Conclusion
Resource Person: Sreejesh, Founder of PaeaceHub.

Today’s session was the last session of this year’s program. It included a 1-hour summary session with the Director of Balika Bhavan and evaluated the effectiveness of the program and its impact on the students.

There was an interactive session with students to get feedback directly from students. Looks like the program expanded the visual horizon of students as to what they can achieve in life. Students are now talking about pursuing careers just like any other students in an urban city. Students who want to pursue careers in Law and company secretary as opposed to their traditional selection of beautician course and nursing are the results of our eye-opening sessions in the last few months with our career counselor and big a salute to our career counselor for making this happen.

Their confidence in language has been improved multifold and thanks to our English trainer.

The most valuable contribution of our program was the impact that made on students who were literally shy to make eye contact previously now making brisk conversation with direct eye contact.

Although this was the last session we ended the program with imparting a few life skills. In the morning a fully experiential session on mindfulness was given.

Afternoon, students were reminded of their Strength and weaknesses and how to manage these optimally to be successful.

A role play was performed on the skill called Assertiveness.

“How to manage stress” was well received by students as they are going to write their annual exams in a few weeks.

And the session was concluded with peer learning through group work.

We are so glad to see visible changes in these students.

A big thanks to all the students for their participation, to all trainers for their selfless dedication, to the Balika Bhvana management for having given us an opportunity to touch the lives of others.

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By johnm Past Projects - 2018 0 Comments

18 Nov

Past Project 2019 -2020

In 2019 MindupFoundation teamed up with Hope, an organization based out of Kozhikode, Kerala, and its operations are spearheaded by the local police department. Both organizations are interested in the upliftment of the less fortunate in the society. The students in the group were poor academic performers and socially vulnerable path takers, including drugs. While Hope is to provide academic support, Mindupfoundation is to bring life skills and other soft skills, shaping them to be a fine and responsible citizen of the society.

The group is very challenging compared to yester years as students come from varied and disturbing backgrounds. Hence our curriculum had to be modified from previous years, and at times had to make curriculum improvisation to suit the interest of the group. Our trainers have to have experiences with vocational careers and experience dealing with drug-holics. A thorough preparation was required from the leadership of Mindupfoundation to prepare for this project.

We started with 21 students in September 2019 and later 50+ students were added in Oct 2019

Location

Activity Report

Oct 14, 2019

Topic: Career Planning
Resource Person: Sreeraj
Objective: To analyze the interest of students in connection with the career.

Total Students : 21

Session 1 : Ice Breaking

Time : 11.30 am – 1 pm
Method Adopted : Roleplay
Objective : To build rapport

Session 2 : Trust Building

Time : 2 pm-3 pm
Method adopted : Group Discussion

Session 3: Career Interest assessment

Time : 3-4 pm
Method adopted : Questionnaire

Evaluation of the day:

Most of the students were restless & impatient .Need more exercises & fun filled activities before injecting serious career thoughts as the students.

Oct 15, 2019

Session 1 : Acceptance of failure.

Time :10 am-11.30 am.
Method adopted : Case studies & Story telling.
Objective : To make the students understand that failures are part of life.

Session 2 : Confidence building.

Time : 11.45 pm – 1 pm.
Method adopted : Creative drama therapy.
Objective : Building confidence through avoiding stage fright.

Session 3 : Career path.

Time : 2 pm -3 pm.
Method adopted : Group discussion.
Objective : Introducing available career options based on once own choice.

Session 4 : Personality assessment.

Time :3 pm – 4 pm.
Method adopted : Questionnaire , brain storming & group discussion.

Day 2 Evaluation :

The students were very close and friendly today .Lack basic manners & discipline.

Oct 16, 2019

Session 1: Finding strength.
Time : 10 am – 11 am.
Method adopted : Game.
Objectives : To make each student know the positives in him/her through the friends.

Session 2: Goal setting.
Time : 11 am – 1 pm.
Method used : Individual Counseling.
Objectives : To support the students in fixing their career paths.

Session 3: Building right attitude & manners.
Time : 2 pm-3 pm.
Method adopted : Games.
Objective : Building manners & positive attitude among students.

Session 4: Gathering individual commitment.
Time : 3 pm – 4 pm.
Method adopted : Feedback.
Objective : To inject the idea about the role of commitments in life.

Day 3 Evaluation.
Felt many changes in the behavioral pattern of students. Each one realized their life should be changed in a positive way.

Nov 11, 2019

Today , another 50+ students were added and the city police commissioner inaugurated the program.

Session: Ice breaking and Psycho Social Assessment.

Activities

Action activity
Sick chair
Team building activities

Psycho social assessment questionnaire were done for all the students.

Todays session was another icebreaking session for a large number of students. Because of their back ground it took time just to get he questionnaire done by these students. A lot of them were seeing these kind of activities for the first time and had no clue how to even answer simple questions. But they need to start somewhere. It gave them an exposure how things work in real world.

Nov 18, 2019

Time:10:00AM to 3:30 PM

Topic: Life Skill

Life skills are abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life. Given the rapid rate of change in our world, the ability to adjust and adapt is critical to success. Student’s needs to learn to quickly analyze what is going on around them and make adjustments on the fly—all the while keeping their goals at the forefront of their minds. Self-awareness refer to one’s ability to be aware of or to recognize his emotions, behaviors, beliefs, motivations and other characteristics such as strengths and weaknesses, such that it enables him to identify and understand himself as a separate entity. 62 students participated today

Activities: SWOT analysis, Mirror Activity.

Evaluation: The students were actively participated in the games and activities.

Nov 20, 2019

Time : 10 am to 3:45pm

Topic : Self Awareness & Self Management

Session 1: Energizer & Grouping

Time: 10:00 am -10:30

Session 2 : Self awareness

Activity:

Self awareness building activities
Stop exercises
Mindfulness based activities

AWOC analysis

Session 3

Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm

Self management strategies through group activity.

Session 4

Session 4 was used to collect feedback from students, an activity many students had trouble to understand in the beginning of the program. In this session students were asked to provide feedback on classes. Ability to assess is a skills required to be built in students and by doing so, students were asked to think outside the box.

Evaluation: A drastic improvement was observed in students to work in a team compared to the disposition of students when the program was stated a few months ago. Students are learning the basic skills such as listening, following instructions, discipline , team work etc in addition to the mental skills/ life skills that are required to do better in life. It is worth to note that in this group there are students who are drug peddlers. Another focal point for the program is to address this issue through various life skills initiatives, for example assertiveness, saying “No” to peers in an uncomfortable situation.

Nov 23, 2019

Topic Social Awareness & Relationship Management

10:30 – 10:45 Brain Gym

10:45 – 1Pm – Social Awareness activities

Grouping

Empathy building

SI strategies by Dr. Travis

2 – 4 Pm – Relationship management activity

Trust building

Active listening

Strategies by Dr. Travis

4 – 5 Pm – Collage on Learnings from the Training .

5 – 5.30 Pm

Interaction with HOPE mentor on student assessment .

Evaluation:

Students need more exposure into Training . Need to customize the activities as students are academically backward .A few are not able to read and write . Comprehension level is Low as they have been out of school and learning for some years . A few students are in to Drug abuse , many have emotional traumas . Need more individual Student interventions .

Dec 4, 2019

Topic : ASSERTIVENESS SKILL & SUBSTANCE USE

Session 1: CASE PRESENTATION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Time: 10:00AM to 10:30 AM

Method adopted: Story telling

Objective: To enhance AWARENESS about the bio psycho social impact of Substance Abuse .

Session 2. Students to prepare a collage on causes , Bio psycho social impact , treatment & prevention of SUBSTANCE Abuse .

Time: 10:30AM – 12.00 AM

Method adopted: PEER learning

Objective: To learn about the negative impact of substance abuse through peers

Session 3: Presentation by students

Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Method adopted: Presentation, Discussions & Demonstration

Objective: To get various views and deeper understanding about Substance Abuse.

Session 4: Role play on assertiveness skill

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Method adopted: Discussions & Demonstration

Objective: TO SAY ‘NO’ GRACEFULLY to face peer pressure

Evaluation: Most of the students have actively participated in the demonstration and discussions. It helped to enhance the awareness about the Substance abuse and how to tackle the peer pressure in using Drugs .

Dec 16, 2019

Topic : SELF ESTEEM AND BODY IMAGE.

Session 1: Exploration on POSTIVE AND NEGATIVE SELF ESTEEM

Time: 10:00 AM- 11.00

Method adopted: Story telling & Lecture

Objective: To inspire and develop positive SELF esteem.

Session 2. TO ASSSESS SELF ESTEEM

Time: 11 AM – 3.00 PM

Method adopted: SCALE

Objective: To understand one’s self esteem level.

Session 3: Summarizing

Time: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Method adopted: LECTURE

Objective: CLARITY ON NEED & HOW TO DEVELOP SELF ESTEEM

Evaluation: Most of the students have actively participated in the discussions. STUDENTS got inspiration and strategies to enhance their self esteem.

Dec 18, 2019

Topic : BODY LANGUAGE FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION .

Session 1: Mehrabian formula

Time: 10:00AM- 11.00AM

Method adopted: demo

Objective: To Enhance communication skills through body language.

Session 2 : Does your body change your mind ?

Time: 11 AM – 12.00 N

Method adopted:

Objective: To manage stress and enhance one’s presence.

Session 3: ZONE & EYE GAZING

Time:1 2:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Method adopted: DEMO

Objective: To Enhance communication skills through body language.

Session 4: BODY LANGUAGE FOR INTERVIEW & Summarizing

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Method adopted: DEMO

Objective: TO PERFORM WELL IN INTERVIEW .

SESSION 5 : MEET UP WITH HOPE TEAM .

Evaluation: STUDENTS got strategies to enhance their COMMUNICATION SKILLS . STUDENTS got deeper understanding about body language and communication.

Dec 20, 2019

Topic : Public speaking & Presentation.

Session 1: Introduction & Benefits of Public Speaking.

Time: 10:00AM to 10:30 AM

Method adopted: Lecture

Objective: Articulate at least three reasons why public speaking skills are important.

Session 2. Presentation Techniques.

Time: 10:30AM – 11:45AM

Method adopted: Lectures & Demonstration

Objective: To demonstrate the speech by using minimum two types of presentation technique.

Session 3: Planning and structuring an effective presentation.

Time: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Method adopted: Lectures & Presentation

Objective: To develop or write a speech with proper structure.

Session 4: Delivery of a speech.

Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Method adopted: Presentation, Discussions & Demonstration

Objective: To Make students more comfortable around other people.

Evaluation: Most of the students are actively participated in the demonstration and discussions. Some of them are present their speech very well.

Jan 3, 2020

Topic : Career Planning

Session 1: 5 STEPS IN CAREER PLANNING.

Time: 10:00 AM- 11:00

Method adopted: Lecture

Objective: To GIVE CLARITY ON CAREER PLANNING.

Session 2. CAREER ASSESSMENT TEST.

Time: 11 AM – 1:00 PM

Method adopted: SCALE

Objective: SELF KNOWING

Session 3: CAREER ASSESSMENT TEST.

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Method adopted: Scale

Objective: To understand one’s self .

Session 4: Summarizing.

Time: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Method adopted: LECTURE

Objective: CLARITY ON CAREER PLANNING

Evaluation: Most of the students have actively participated in the discussions. Students could do the career assement test and got better understanding about career planning.

Jan 10, 2020

Topic : Career Planning.

Session 1: CAREER ASSESSMENT TEST.

Time: 10 AM – 12:0000 PM

Method adopted: SCALE

Objective: SELF KNOWING

Session 2. SUMMARY.

Time: 12 AM – 12.30 PM

Method adopted: LECTURE

Objective: Better understanding about career planning.

Session 3: individual counseling.

Time: 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Method adopted: counseling

Objective: To help students to come out of drug addiction .

Session 4: Meet up with HOPE Team.

Time: 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Method adopted: LECTURE

Objective: To get clarity on the progress of the project

Objective: To give feedbacks and give reference for individual counseling.

Evaluation: Most of the students have actively participated in the class . Students could do the career assessment test and got individual counseling sessions.

Break for the Exam.

Students break for the exam till April. Next touch point with stundets is after the exams.

Final Report for year 2020

Year 2020 was truly unprecedented. But the will to succeed trumps all the obstacles. The determination of our staff and an our relentless effort to make an impact on other people’s lives displayed amazing results for our students. Not only the students passed the exams in flying colors( a big credit goes to our classes on dealing with exam anxiety), they were assessed for potential career paths.

Other notable laurels include the level of confidence our program instilled in the youth and dealing with students who came in our sessions under the influence of drugs.

Students who were shy and not making eye contacts were displaying unbelievable transformations towards the end of our program with their full fledged involvement. Those who came under drugs influences were given one-on-one counseling and ended with a positive outcome.

This is exactly what we wanted to do with our program. It is for those who are vulnerable in the society and guiding them back to an amazingly happy and successful life.

They don’t come to us. We go out and seek them , one student at a time. Our small contribution to make this world a better place to live.

Here is the summary of our work in 2020

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12 Nov

Balika Bhavan Project obsolete – 2018

Balika Bhavan is an orphanage run by the Mar Thoma Syrian Church in the southern state of Kerala India. Our program debuted at this orphanage with 26 girl students in 2017. All of the girls at this orphanage are coming from underprivileged or broken families.

2017 program lifted up the students and showed them a world outside the 4 walls of an orphanage through a number sessions we had with students.

In a nutshell we showed them to dream about a better future.

This year we structured our curriculum and we will focus on 3 elements

Awareness about vocational careers & assess each student on their potential future career based on talent and interest and drive them to pursue the career
Focus on English language
Focus on essential life skills

The program started on 8th September 2018 and spans across several months. Program sessions are primarily on weekends and other holidays when the students are free from their regular school activities.

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Activity Report

Date: Sunday, 9th September, 2018

Topic: Career Planning

Resource Person: Shammas Abdul Khader

The first session about career planning was about understanding personal strengths and its impact on choosing a career. Tried to make the session active and interesting by adding games and activities and gave an overview about personality, aptitude and interest.

The students were active and alert, and were interested on the subject. It has been understood that all children are aware about the importance of having a career and have a desire to get a job after their studies to make a living. All students are above average and could not find anybody below average. That indicates all students have the potential to reach a career suits them.

The next sessions will be about career exploration, personal counselling and suitable courses for each career which are easily accessible from Pathanamthitta. And also follow up with the students and Balika Bhavan authority till they reach to a career.