Communal Harmony program at Dongri

 On 26^th of January 2017 the Republic day we had the communal harmony program at Dongri. There  were total 150 people from 3 different religions like Hindu, Christians and Muslims participated in the program.  There was the good response from all the three religions. The program began with prayer followed by lightening of the lamp. We had the dignitaries called on the dais Fr. Francis Correa, Fr. Peter D’chuna, Mr. Vidyadhar, Mr. Dayanand and Mr. John.   Each one of the beautifully spoke about what exactly religion is. We also had the skirt by our Balsansad children based on the topic.  The Core Committee played an important role by taking the different responsibilities.

It was heart-warming to see the different religion people coming together.

 

                                  Haldi Kumkum Program at Manori

On 20^th January 2017 Savdhaan Samaj Kendra had Haldi Kumkum program for women at Karja Devi Mandir, Manori. Nearly 40 women were present. It was first introductory program have organized for all religious women. The program objective was to increase the people participation from other communities.Ms Suvarna & Ms. Snehal had explained the CCO’s work. 

Ms Rasika Bhandari talks on importance of Haldi Kumkum in women’s life.

The core committee also took active part in the program.  The core committee members had put Kumkum on women’s head (Every marriage lady) which is depicted the meaning of ‘Swaibhgyache Lane’ in Hindu Culture & greets each other. The program ended with snacks distribution & vote of thanks.

                                                                                                                   

     

The core committee members of Dongri parish have put up the Bus time table at two Bus stands in Dongri. This is to know the passengers about the but timings and the frequency of the buses

  

Session for the Domestic Workers at Dongri

On 22^nd of January 2017 had the 3^rd session on “Etiquette and Manners – Communication Skills and Relationship with Family and guests”. There were total 12 members present for the session. Ms. D’mello was the resource person for the session. She spoke well based on topic. She explained to them the communication skills and how that is useful in their work. She also explained how to Communicate at our work place. 

She also spoke so much on relationship, how relationship should be and where we should maintain distance. In short a healthy relationship. She also mentioned the important thing of having written contract in which clearly it should mention about the type of work, the period of work and the salary and it should be signed by both.Women were very much positive and agreed to whatever the resource person said. They fond it useful in their work place and asked the questions related to this. 

Personality Development session for Domestic Worker at Manori

 Date: 12^th January 2017

Time: 1.30 pm -3.00 pm

Venue: Savdhaan Samaj Kendra

Participants: 12

Resourse person: Mrs Aplonia Rebelo

 

The Resourse person mainly spoke on developing the self-trust & value of honesty in their work place. She made it very interesting by group activities like skit, open discussion. She also suggested them to call them not as domestic worker which make them feel low but home manager. She interacted with women and gave the tips related to their work on how to be confident, importance of communication, value of honesty, understanding the physical capacity of work, flexibility in work, maintain the relationship in the family.

Core Committee Meeting At Zone Level in Manori

On 11^th January 2017 Savdhaan Samaj Kendra, Manori organised core committee meeting at St John zone. Total 7 members were present from St Andrew & St John Zone. In the meeting had discussion on open sewage creates trouble for local people so it’s also affected the people health. Also one of the member has focused on at St Andrew zone there is increasing the fear about road accidents. So members decided that related to both issues they will take follow up from concerned department through filling application, creating awareness , group meetings etc. 

TOT first session at Pali

On 11^th January 2017 Sahjeevan Samaj Kendra, Pali had TOT first module for SHG’s women. Total 14 were present. Sr Joanna & Ms carol were resource person. It was interactive session. Members understood the meaning of self-help & own independent. We can help our self through collective action & be successful.