"KJC's -Centre for Social Activities [CSA]"

11/02/2020

Yuva Milan 2020

Youth as a catalyst of a social change
Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College had organized a talk session on ‘Youth as catalyst of a Social Change’, as a part of Yuva Milan on 16th January 2020 at Main Block Mini Audi 1.The speaker Prof. Dr. Juby Thomas, an Indian Social Scientist Columnist & an Academician. Dr. Juby Thomas has a decade of teaching and research experience and an industry exposure across diverse media platforms like Journalism, Photojournalism, and Public Relations.
Dr. Juby conveyed us that, it is important the world begin to realize that young people are the leaders of change both now and the future. The world at large should appreciate the young people have now taken upon themselves to challenge to change the environments they live in. Many young people of today are now social changers. Therefore, there is need for many people of order generation and government of today to understand that young people are charged with the abilities to change the areas they live. She believes in new and upcoming generations are and always will be a catalyst for change, this includes social change. Social norms and behaviors have changed greatly from generation to generation and also believe that is because each new generation brings new attitudes and ideas to the table. These forces gradually change as the younger people grow and are given more opportunity to voice their opinions.
Today's young people are absolutely the catalyst for social change because not only are they the ones pushing for change today, but they are the ones who will spearhead the change in the future. Movements like Anonymous, Occupy Wall Street, and many other groups that are dedicated to bringing about awareness and action for change have all been started by young people. And when the generation changes, those young people will bring their experience and attitude to leadership positions in the political and social environment.

11/02/2020

Youth as a catalyst of a social change
Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College had organized a talk session on ‘Youth as catalyst of a Social Change’, as a part of Yuva Milan on 16th January 2020 at Main Block Mini Audi 1.The speaker Prof. Dr. Juby Thomas, an Indian Social Scientist Columnist & an Academician. Dr. Juby Thomas has a decade of teaching and research experience and an industry exposure across diverse media platforms like Journalism, Photojournalism, and Public Relations.
Dr. Juby conveyed us that, it is important the world begin to realize that young people are the leaders of change both now and the future. The world at large should appreciate the young people have now taken upon themselves to challenge to change the environments they live in. Many young people of today are now social changers. Therefore, there is need for many people of order generation and government of today to understand that young people are charged with the abilities to change the areas they live. She believes in new and upcoming generations are and always will be a catalyst for change, this includes social change. Social norms and behaviors have changed greatly from generation to generation and also believe that is because each new generation brings new attitudes and ideas to the table. These forces gradually change as the younger people grow and are given more opportunity to voice their opinions.
Today's young people are absolutely the catalyst for social change because not only are they the ones pushing for change today, but they are the ones who will spearhead the change in the future. Movements like Anonymous, Occupy Wall Street, and many other groups that are dedicated to bringing about awareness and action for change have all been started by young people. And when the generation changes, those young people will bring their experience and attitude to leadership positions in the political and social environment.

11/02/2020

First Aid Training
Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College had organized the First aid program, in association with VIDHI Foundation on the 13th January 2020 as a part of Yuva Milan.
The session started with the introduction of the trainer Rtn.Jagadish who has completed his M.Phil. in Public Administration and has been into first aid and emergency response training for the last 5+ years and has been associated with various organizations in emergency response management. The trainer spoked about the real-life situations he faced where he had to treat the injured people when no one else came forward. He spoke about the importance of learning basic first aid techniques and also about helping when necessary. He also gave live demonstration of the technique in first aid that helps restart the functioning of a heart. He said learning this technique and applying it properly might save countless of lives. Prof. Manjunath S, CSA Coordinotor, Ms.Ashwitha staff coordinators were present with 150 volunteers from CSA.

11/02/2020

Inauguration Yuva Milan 20202

The inauguration of, “YUVA MILAN 2020” was organized by the Center for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College, as part of the commemoration of National Youth Day, on Saturday, 11th January 2020.The event marked the commencement of Youth Week.

On January 11, 2020, around 250 CSA Volunteers gathered in Mini Auditorium 2, Admin Block, at 9:30am. The Chief Guest of the day was Dr. Rajdeep Manwani, Coordinator, Department of Commerce at Jain University, Bangalore. Dr. Rajdeep Manwani is an academician, trainer, motivational speaker and quizmaster par excellence. He spoke about the present youth and how they can make a difference. Being a differently abled person he shared his own life experiences and the magical moments that others created for him which changed his whole life and he urges the volunteers to create such moments for others that spark is enough to lift a person’s life. He received a standing ovation from the audience for his inspirational talk.

Other dignitaries present were Rev. Fr. Emmanuel P J, Director - Jayantian Extension Services and Kristu Jayanti College of Law, Prof. Manjunath S, Staff Coordinator of CSA, Ms. Apoorva K. Prasad (Student Coordinator, CSA) and Mr. Uday Kumar (Student Coordinator, CSA).

The event began with the invocation song by the college choir. Ms. Apoorva extended a warm welcome to all the guests, teachers and CSA Volunteers. Mr. Adithya proposed the vote of thanks. The meeting was concluded with the Jayantian Anthem.

07/02/2020

Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College organised “Self- Defensive Techniques for Women” as part of Yuva Milan 2020 on 18th January 2020. The women's self-defense training is to strengthen women's capacity to defend themselves against potential attacks. This is specifically done to replace fear with skills, knowledge, training and confidence, to be the role model for the next generation, to empower the girls. The effects of women's self-defense training extend considerably beyond this objective, including physical, psychological, and behavioral impacts.
At 1:30pm the event started in Mini Auditorium-1 with the presence of around 130 CSA volunteers. The chief guest of the day was Mr. Prasad, International Taekwondo Championship Gold Medalist of INDIA. He has been the coach at various championships and his students have bagged loads of medals in national and international arena. Mr. Prasad has a wonderful way of connecting to his audience – he believes that actions speak louder than words. The right self-defense moves for you depend on…YOU! There are thousands of self-defense techniques out there. And many of them are really simple. Mr. Prasad along with some student volunteers demonstrated the self-defense techniques by role playing different real life situations. Mr. Prasad took over the session going straight to the main subject. He put out a lot of real-life situations and methods how to deal them. The session took an interesting point when he let the CSA volunteers participate in the live demonstrations.
The Programme got to an end by the Master reminding the volunteers of building the 5 F’s i.e. Fear not, Focus, Figure out, Forward and FINISH. The volunteers got to learn a lot of self-defense techniques. The volunteers were involved in demonstrations which gave them a better understanding. It helped the volunteers to build self-confidence. Each and every one who actively took part in the event underwent a learning process.

07/02/2020

Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College organised “Self- Defensive Techniques for Women” as part of Yuva Milan 2020 on 18th January 2020. The women's self-defense training is to strengthen women's capacity to defend themselves against potential attacks. This is specifically done to replace fear with skills, knowledge, training and confidence, to be the role model for the next generation, to empower the girls. The effects of women's self-defense training extend considerably beyond this objective, including physical, psychological, and behavioral impacts.
At 1:30pm the event started in Mini Auditorium-1 with the presence of around 130 CSA volunteers. The chief guest of the day was Mr. Prasad, International Taekwondo Championship Gold Medalist of INDIA. He has been the coach at various championships and his students have bagged loads of medals in national and international arena. Mr. Prasad has a wonderful way of connecting to his audience – he believes that actions speak louder than words. The right self-defense moves for you depend on…YOU! There are thousands of self-defense techniques out there. And many of them are really simple. Mr. Prasad along with some student volunteers demonstrated the self-defense techniques by role playing different real life situations. Mr. Prasad took over the session going straight to the main subject. He put out a lot of real-life situations and methods how to deal them. The session took an interesting point when he let the CSA volunteers participate in the live demonstrations.
The Programme got to an end by the Master reminding the volunteers of building the 5 F’s i.e. Fear not, Focus, Figure out, Forward and FINISH. The volunteers got to learn a lot of self-defense techniques. The volunteers were involved in demonstrations which gave them a better understanding. It helped the volunteers to build self-confidence. Each and every one who actively took part in the event underwent a learning process.

07/02/2020

Jayantian Extension Services of Kristu Jayanti College in association with, Rotary TTK blood bank, NIMHANS blood bank and Lions blood bank has organized Annual Blood Donation camp in on 14th January 2020 in college premises. Students, administrative staff and faculty members donated 690 units of blood with great spirit and enthusiasm. The camp was organized from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
Fr. Josekutty PD, Principal, Fr. Augustine George, Vice Principal and Fr. Lijo P Thomas, financial administrator and Fr. Emmanuel, Director, Jayantian Extension Services appreciated all the participants in blood donation camp. Staff coordinators and volunteers of CSA, NSS, NCC and MSW department were helping and guiding all donors in the camp.
It was great event and received huge response from students. The students and faculties were informed the prerequisites to donate blood. Before obtaining the consent from the donor a complete medical checkup was performed to assure whether the donor is physically and mentally fit to donate blood. A consent letter was signed by each donor. All those who donated blood were provided with refreshments and also awarded with a certificate. The team of doctors thanked management, principal, volunteers and teachers for their co-operation. This we concluded remembering the great words ‘DONATING BLOOD IS DONATING LIFE’. The event was successful and invigorating. It encouraged the Jayantians to be the beacons of love, mercy and brotherhood in today’s modern world.

07/02/2020

Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College organised an ‘anti- drug awareness programme’ on 17th January 2020 in college premises. Dr. Vinay Kumar V Nayak was the resource person of the day. He has worked as a Consultant Psychologist (Personality Development & Counseling for Drug De- addiction) at Sphoorthi Foundation – an NGO dealing with Alcohol De-addiction, Treatment & Rehabilitation Centre at Bangalore. He is currently working with Rehabilitation Centers for Drug de addiction. The talk was scheduled at 2.30 PM and it extended up to 4.45 PM. Mr. Vinay reflected and inculcated on his diverse experience and educated the audience on the topic in an affective and interactive fashion. He mentioned various categories of drugs and how each of them breaks our body. The programme ended with an effective mime performance on the topic by the BA students of our college.

07/02/2020

Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College organised an ‘anti- drug awareness programme’ on 17th January 2020 in college premises. Dr. Vinay Kumar V Nayak was the resource person of the day. He has worked as a Consultant Psychologist (Personality Development & Counseling for Drug De- addiction) at Sphoorthi Foundation – an NGO dealing with Alcohol De-addiction, Treatment & Rehabilitation Centre at Bangalore. He is currently working with Rehabilitation Centers for Drug de addiction. The talk was scheduled at 2.30 PM and it extended up to 4.45 PM. Mr. Vinay reflected and inculcated on his diverse experience and educated the audience on the topic in an affective and interactive fashion. He mentioned various categories of drugs and how each of them breaks our body. The programme ended with an effective mime performance on the topic by the BA students of our college.

22/01/2020

Jayantian Extension Services of Kristu Jayanti College in association with, Rotary TTK blood bank, NIMHANS blood bank and Lions blood bank has organized Annual Blood Donation camp in on 14th January 2020 in college premises. Students, administrative staff and faculty members donated 690 units of blood with great spirit and enthusiasm. The camp was organized from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
Fr. Josekutty PD, Principal, Fr. Augustine George, Vice Principal and Fr. Lijo P Thomas, financial administrator and Fr. Emmanuel, Director, Jayantian Extension Services appreciated all the participants in blood donation camp. Staff coordinators and volunteers of CSA, NSS, NCC and MSW department were helping and guiding all donors in the camp.
It was great event and received huge response from students. The students and faculties were informed the prerequisites to donate blood. Before obtaining the consent from the donor a complete medical checkup was performed to assure whether the donor is physically and mentally fit to donate blood. A consent letter was signed by each donor. All those who donated blood were provided with refreshments and also awarded with a certificate. The team of doctors thanked management, principal, volunteers and teachers for their co-operation. This we concluded remembering the great words ‘DONATING BLOOD IS DONATING LIFE’. The event was successful and invigorating. It encouraged the Jayantians to be the beacons of love, mercy and brotherhood in today’s modern world.

11/01/2020

Jayantian Extension Services
Centre for Social Activities
Yuva Milan 2020
“Youth as a Catalyst of Social Change”

Centre for Social Activities of Kristu Jayanti College has planned to celebrate YUVA MILAN from 11th to 18th January 2020. Yuva Milan is organized with the theme “Youth as a Catalyst of Social Change” with the aim of propagating the concept of National integration, spirit of communal harmony & brotherhood that cultivates important values and ethics among the youths.
The young minds have an important role to play in the process of Nation building. With this background, there is a need to ensure that this potential is translated into useful action that is guided by values and morals.