Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Collaborate with NGOs to tackle the SDGs through: student volunteering programmes, research programmes, or development of educational resources

SEVA initiative of TAPMI with various NGO agencies to develop educational resources. 

Education Promotion activities 

Society, Environment, Values and Attitudes(SEVA) is a 2-credit course that is entirely live project based. SEVA is a core foundation course at TAPMI which aims at introducing all business students at TAPMI to the precepts of sustainability through the lens of the Triple Bottom Line. Projects that correspond to either social responsibility, economic advancement and/ or environmental protection and conservation are identified, and students are placed in groups of ten with a faculty mentor to work directly with the client. Principles of design thinking are taught and followed for the entire project process. Each group is given a small grant fund to use to test out prototypes and solutions for the client. Clients of the SEVA projects range from social entrepreneurs, women micro-entrepreneurs, sustainability experts, non-governmental organizations, local government bodies to corporates and waste management institutions, to name a few.

SEVA introduces students to live, functioning NGOs, enterprises and individuals who are creating / attempting to create superior societal/environmental value. Students spend between 75-100 hours on the ground, in class and self-learning mode, to devise solutions to management issues faced by small and microentrepreneurs, NGOs, the district administration, corporates and other relevant actors. SEVA students will actively explore opportunities to connect small-scale producers to mainstream value chains, to apply modern management principles in different functional areas to decrease operational inefficiencies, improve top-lines, introduce the use of information and communication technologies (digitalization) and thus improve overall business health of the beneficiary.

The “Seva Jatre” is a two day fair to celebrate the efforts of the  students. It is an opportunity to showcase the work done by the students using non-traditional means of communication, as opposed to a powerpoint presentation. These presentations are thoroughly reviewed by the jury consisting of expert faculty from various domains and backgrounds, followed by the award ceremony on the JATRE day

• Tapmi hosts seva jatre 

• SEVA-3.0 report

• Facebook:Seva jatre live seva tapmi manipal

• Tapmi.edu.in

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Other SEVA Projects   

Student volunteering programs 

The Volunteer Services Organization (VSO) is an integral unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, created to empower students, staff, and their spouses to make a positive impact on society. It offers a platform for volunteers to enhance their skills, work collaboratively, and become better individuals. With over 6000 active volunteers, including students, faculty, and their spouses from various colleges in Manipal and Mangalore, VSO undertakes projects that span community, social, organizational, and soft skills domains.

One of VSO's successful initiatives was MINUGU: A Visit To The Paediatric Ward

Volunteer Services Organization, Mangalore celebrated Daan Utsav 2022 from 2-8th October 2022. A total of 7 projects were organized and collaborations with organizations like Goonj Foundation, Bangalore and Ecokaari, Pune were key for the success of some projects.       

With the aim of contributing to the society, more than 200 students and staff members participated

and donated items for various projects. This will prove beneficial to the environment and a significant number of people and thus bring us closer to achieving the sustainable development goals.

Plastic Donation

VSO Mangalore conducted a plastic collection event for Daan Utsav from October 2nd to 8th. Various

kinds of plastic waste were collected from the students residing in the MAHE hostels. These were sorted and donated to Ecokaari, a social enterprise based in Pune, to be upcycled into handwoven products. This is in line with MAHE’s efforts to contribute to a sustainable society.

Donation Drive

“Donation Drive” was conducted by VSO KMC Mangalore in association with GOONJ organisation from 2nd to 8th October as part of Daan Utsav 2022. Motive behind this drive was to provide a platform to people associated with KMC to donate variety of objects which will be upcycled. A good amount of donation was received estimating around 51 kilograms. The items donated were sent to Goonj foundation which up-cycles these into beautiful products, creating employment opportunities for many and promoting ‘dignity for work’ especially aiming at the rural setting.

Blood Donation Drive

On occasion of Daan Utsav 2022, VSO KMC Mangalore conducted a blood donation drive from 1^st October 2022 to 8th October 2022 which was open to all. The blood drive was conducted in the Blood

Bank of KMC Hospital, Ambedkar circle. The donors were given a cap and badge each with the logo of

Daan Utsav on it. As a part of the drive, 12 students of KMC donated blood to the blood bank. Other interested volunteers, however, could not donate as they did not meet the requirements of blood donation.

Rotary Shankerpura in association with Department of Student Affairs, MAHE Manipal in association with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Government of India as part of their  project Nasha Mukt Bharat Ab-hiyaan(NMBA), Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Primary Health Center Moodabettu organized a free Dental Treatment Camp at Rotary Bhavan Shankerpura on 11th June 2023 

Community Educational Event

At Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), we are dedicated to promoting knowledge and education within our community and beyond. We are proud to host a variety of educational events that are open to the public. These events offer people from all backgrounds the chance to interact with our esteemed faculty, explore the latest research, and engage in intellectually stimulating activities. By sharing our educational resources with the public, we hope to encourage lifelong learning and empower individuals to expand their horizons. Our aim is to make education inclusive, open to the general public, and accessible to all, inspiring everyone to enhance their knowledge and skills.

Early Intervention and Family-Centred Services: Bridging the Gap to Participation and Inclusion for Children with Disabilities 

Public Evidence:

• international symposium early intervention family centered services

On the 16th and 17th of February, 2023, Manipal College of Health Professions conducted an International Symposium on Early Intervention and Family Centred Services: Bridging the Gap to Participation and Inclusion for Children with Disabilities in collaboration with Amar Seva Sangam, University of Toronto and McGill University; sponsored by Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute. This symposium is the first of its kind to be hosted by Manipal College of Health Professions. 

The symposium was focused on a partnership approach to health care, with families as the major stakeholders in the decision-making process. The symposium was held in the hybrid mode with offline as well as online participants. Over 175 participants were a part of this symposium making it an incredible experience. The symposium hosted a total of 18 speakers (10 National and eight International) with nine of the speakers presenting their speeches in person while rest nine joined us online. 

Youth against Drugs 

The Department of Student Affairs MAHE in association with Ministry of social justice & empowerment, Government of India, Karna-taka state legal services authority, Bengaluru, District legal services authority, bar associa-tion (r.), Udupi, District administration, Zilla Panchayath, Udupi, Department of Empower-ment of Differently abled and Senior Citizens, Health and Family Welfare Services, Department of public instructions, Vaikunta Baliga col-lege of law, Kunjibettu, Udupi organized a district level workshop on the theme Youth Against Drugs - a strategic intervention by KSLSA through NALSA – legal services to the victims of drug abuse and eradication of drug menace scheme, on 22nd July 2023, at Dr TMA Pai Audi-torium, 3rd Floor, KMC, Manipal.

• Workshop on youth against drugs

Shri Shantveer Shivappa, Hon’ble Prl. District and Sessions Judge & Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Udupi. Sri. Akshay M. Hakay, IPS Super-intendent of Police, Udupi, Sri. B. Nagaraj President, Bar Association, Udupi, Dr. P. Giridhar Kini Regis-trar, MAHE, Manipal, Sri. Prasanna. H, IAS, Chief Ex-ecutive Officer, Zilla Panchayath, Udupi, Sri Raghavendra Shettigar, Deputy Secretary, KSLSA, Bengaluru and Sri. Maruthi Deputy Direc-tor, Department of Undergraduate Education, Udupi were the Guests of Honor. 

This program was attended by 562 college students of Udupi and Manipal, authorities from Karnataka state legal services authority, Bengaluru, District legal services authority, bar association (r.), Udupi, District administration, Zilla Panchayath, Udupi, Department of Empowerment of Differently abled and Senior Citizens, Health and family welfare ser-vices, department of public instructions and also from Faculty & Staff of MAHE. Ms. Shravya Baasri – Research Scholar from Gandhian Centre for Philosophical Arts and Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education rendered the invocation. Ms. Komal Jennifer D’Souza, Research Scholar, Dept. of Commerce was the MC for the program. 

Education Promotion activities for the tribal population at risk of school dropout 

The objective of the project was to motivate and teach tribal children and help them achieve their dreams. Our task was to design and implement a plan that could help these children understand the importance of education and encourage them to pursue it. 

Outreach Activities through Social Internship and encouraging women students.

1. Social Internship- Shaivi Santosh Dave, Second Year BBA Honors student.
2. Social Internship- Sharanya Verma, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: Gharkul Parivar Sanstha  Gharkul Parivar Sanstha. 

The role involved developing and leading recreational activities aimed at enhancing basic motor skills, vocational skills, self-help, and social skills in these remarkable women.

Link:Shaividave social internship tapmi bengaluru activity

NGO: HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (CSR department)

The student worked with the self-help groups (SHGs) and learnt about the working mechanism and tremendous impact the SHGs create on the lives of women. 

Link:sharanya verma tapmi womenempowerment socialinternship activity

3. Social Internship- Saanvi Srivastava, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: Vatsalya NGO, Lucknow

Ms. Saanvi worked on important initiatives like Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) and the PC-PNDT Act, focusing on the welfare of the women and girl child to the marginalized women.    

Link: sharanya verma tapmi womenempowerment socialinternship activity

4. Social Internship- Saanvi Srivastava, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: Vatsalya NGO, Lucknow

Ms. Saanvi worked on important initiatives like Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) and the PC-PNDT Act, focusing on the welfare of the women and girl child to the marginalized women.    

Link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/simran-pachori_socialimpact-education-ngo-activity-7208872877201215489-_710

5. Social Internship- Himanshi Dubey, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: Vatsalya NGO, Lucknow

The NGO is dedicated to empowering marginalized women and girls, and I am honoured to contribute to their mission.

Ms. Himanshi’s projects focused on: -Sexual Reproductive Health Awareness: I'm working to create informative 

resources, workshops and surveys to educate underprivileged women about their rights and healthcare options. -PC-PNDT Act Implementation: I'm exploring the perspectives of various

stakeholders on the PCPNDT Act and its effectiveness in preventing gender-biased sex selection.

Link : 

• Himanshi dubey socialimpact empoweringwomen girlchildeducation activity

• Himanshi dubey socialwork ngo vatsalya activity

6. Social Internship- Aditi Srivastava, Second Year BBA Honors student.  

NGO name: Asra NGO, Madhya Pradesh

Ms. Aditi had the privilege to engage in diverse government projects spanning women's empowerment, support for underserved and marginalized communities, initiatives for child welfare, and awareness campaigns among adolescents. Her primary focus has been addressing health issues among adolescents, complemented by insightful field visits.

Link :  Aditi shrivastava social internship adolescenthealth tapmiblr activity

7. Social Internship- Ayushi Singh, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: Matrichhaya Charitable, Uttar Pradesh

Ms. Aditi interned at Matrichhaya Charitable Foundation, and the experience has already been profoundly impactful.
Matrichhaya is a remarkable organization dedicated to the welfare of mentally ill, retarded, roadside destitute women. The foundation provides shelter, medical care, rehabilitation and counselling, offering a lifeline to those in desperate need.

Link : Ayushi singh serving with humility at matrichhaya activity

8. Social Internship- Saumil Garg, Second Year BBA Honors student. 

NGO name: National Cooperative Union of India (NCUI), Delhi

Mr. Saumil engaged with SHG women and cooperatives in Delhi, conducting interviews and documenting their entrepreneurial journeys. He gained valuable insights into their challenges and triumphs, highlighting the power of collective effort and reinforcing the importance of financial independence for women's empowerment.

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4. Collaboration to encourage applications by women in subjects where they are underrepresented.

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Team India Entrepreneurs (TIE), Bangalore

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between MAHE's Department of Commerce and Team India Entrepreneurs (TIE), Bangalore, supports Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality. TIE, a Non-Profit trust, focuses on socio-economic development, particularly for women, promoting entrepreneurship and educational initiatives in emerging technologies like Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity. The MoU aims to jointly develop and deliver industry-relevant courses, emphasizing skill development to meet industry demand and providing women with opportunities in technology-driven sectors.

Public Evidence: 
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1. Outreach Activity in the villages through the Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan (UBA) - Education outreach activities beyond campus

   1. Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan

Vision: 
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is inspired by the vision of transformational change in rural development processes by leveraging knowledge institutions to help build the architecture of an Inclusive India and to have a paradigm shift in academic and research programs of the country.

Mission:

1. Develop the necessary mechanism and proper coordination among educational institutions, implementation agencies (District administration / Panchayati Raj Institutions) and the grassroots level stakeholders to enable effective intervention at the field level.

2. Select suitable rural clusters and effectively participate in the holistic development of these clusters using eco-friendly sustainable technologies and local resources creating sufficient employment opportunities in the process, harnessing multifarious government schemes, customised use of existing technologies and use of knowledge as per the local needs.

3. Reorienting the academic curricula and research programs in higher educational institutions to make them more responsive to the needs of the time and to bring in holistic development and enrich knowledge of students about issues of villages/society.

Under this initiative, MAHE community medicine department – KMC, conducted Community-based camps for the residents of Kemmannu in collaboration with the respective area Primary Health Centre (PHC- Kemmannu) by the Department of Community Medicine in the month of July 2024 under the flagship program of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan. 

The members of the families adopted under the family adoption program were invited to this camp. About 150-200 beneficiaries attended the camp. The medical undergraduate students carried out a general physical examinations, systemic examinations, Blood pressure and vital measurements and laboratory investigation like Random blood sugar and haemoglobin estimation.

Also, the students conducted health education sessions to raise awareness regarding communicable and non-communicable disease transmission and prevention.

Public Evidence: Outreach Activity - MAHE - UBA

1. Outreach Activity in the community through the Voluntary Service Organisation- Education outreach activities beyond campus

Volunteer Services Organization (VSO-MAHE)

The Volunteer Services Organization (VSO), a unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, was established on September 17, 2007, to offer students, staff, and their spouses at Manipal the chance to lead purposeful lives by assisting those in need. It serves as a platform not only to help the less fortunate but also to provide volunteers with opportunities to acquire new skills, work in teams, and, most importantly, become better individuals. With a volunteer strength of over 3000, including students, faculty, and their spouses from various constituent colleges of Manipal and Mangalore, VSO undertakes projects covering community, social, organizational, and soft skills initiatives.

VSO aims to develop the spirit of selfless service by responding to the community’s needs, addressing the issues of society, and developing the leadership and learning skills of the volunteers. Students, faculty, and staff strive to improve the conditions of the impoverished and the less fortunate. We come together in the hope of forging a path to a better society.

1. The Shiksha project is one of the newest additions to the long list of VSO initiatives. Started in October 2023, the project aims to educate young girls aged 12 to 18, from the Planet Mars Foundation, on various topics such as dental hygiene, steps of handwash, astrophotography, menstrual hygiene, and basic science experiments. The main focus of the project is to improve the language skills of young girls, particularly in English, and also make them aware of the various fields that they can pursue in the future.  These weekly projects involve engaging and interacting with them and serve as an enriching experience, enjoyed by both the coordinators and the enthusiastic youngsters. The volunteers thoroughly enjoy teaching the kids and consider it a stress buster between their hectic weekdays.

2. Project Vidya has been an integral part of VSO since its launch on October 22, 2023. The project's primary focus has always been to provide education to student residents of Namma Bhoomi between the ages of 10 and 18, covering essential life skills such as career planning and basic English communication, including questioning words, nouns, pronouns, verbs, and adverbs. The main objective of the project is to empower children with life skills that will benefit them in the future. The weekly projects engage both volunteers and the children in fun, interactive, and informative activities, encompassing both teaching and learning. Volunteers cherish the opportunity to teach and support the children. 
   

3. NSS Day Celebration: The NSS Day Celebration took place at MAHE on October 5, 2023 to commemorate the foundation of NSS and inspire volunteerism among the students. Programme Officer shared valuable insights about the significance of NSS and the pivotal role played by NSS members in community development. He emphasized the importance of active participation in NSS activities and programs, highlighting their contributions to both society and the personal growth of volunteers.

4. E-Waste Collection and Safe Disposal Drive: This program aimed to collect electronic waste for safe disposal. It took place from September 28 to October 4, 2023, aligning with the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan's objectives.

5. Awareness Campaign: - Education outreach activities beyond campus- Student volunteers from the NSS and Community Development Committee (CDC) initiated an awareness campaign in MAHE hostels and the Housing Board colony, Manipal. They visited each hostel and house to educate residents about the proper disposal of e-waste and expired/unused medicines. Residents were informed about the collection drive scheduled for October 4, allowing them to hand over the waste items they wished to discard.

1. Health Education and Donation Drive at Suraksha Ashrama, Karkala: - Education outreach activities beyond campus 

On October 15, Pharmacy Literacy Club (PLC), Centre for Public Health Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, MCOPS organized a Community Outreach activity in association with Chosen Generation Charitable Trust, Ajjarkad, Udupi at Suraksha Ashrama, Suraksha Charitable Trust, Karkala. The volunteers of the program provided awareness on antibiotic use and infection control measures at the community level. In addition, clothes were distributed to the residents of the Ashrama, with the support received from various corners of the MAHE campus and though cloth donation drive. Overall, the health camp was very successful, memorable, and fulfilling experience for each member of PLC. Suraksha charitable trust awarded a certificate of appreciation for PLC and Chosen Generation Charitable Trust for the contribution made towards humanity. PLC thanked all those who supported the health education program. 

 

1.Antibiotic Awareness Week: - Education outreach activities beyond campus

On the occasion of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, Pharmacy Literacy Club (PLC), Centre for Public Health Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, MCOPS conducted Antibiotiko’, a series of competitions and community outreach programs November 18-24. As a part of the outreach program, school visits were conducted in Board High School, Udupi, Christ School, Manipal, and Green Park Central School, Hiriyadka, on 21, 22 and 24 November, respectively. The volunteers of PLC educated the school students on the judicial use of antibiotics, antimicrobial resistance, and its consequences. The students were also given health education on menstrual health and hygiene. The sessions were very informative and eye-opening for the school children. They even pledged to use antibiotics judiciously and to spread the message to all their friends and family.

 

2.How to Improve Medication Use Among Public: - Education outreach activities beyond campus

3. Outreach Activity for Public Administration: 1-Day Training Workshop to Police Officers

 The Pharmacy Literacy Club at the Centre for Public Health Pharmacy, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, organized a Panel Discussion on "How to Improve Medication Use among the Public" in honor of World Pharmacists' Day 2022. The panel included experts from various sectors of pharmacy, such as regulatory, hospital, community, manufacturing, academic, and clinical pharmacists.
The panel members discussed medication use problems among the public, addressing issues such as antimicrobial resistance, antibiotic misuse, vaccine-related concerns, and recent updates in essential drug lists. Ms. Ananya Rudhra, PharmD (Intern), moderated the event, which was followed by the Pharmacy Literacy Club's first-anniversary celebration.

Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, KMC, Manipal, MAHE conducted a 1-day training workshop for Police Officers of Udupi district on 3rd February 2023 at KMC, Manipal. Around 80 police officers participated. POCSO, Injuries, NDPS Act, Postmortem changes and Investigation lapses were the topics covered. Dr Vikram Palimar, Dr Vinod C Nayak, Dr Shankar MB, Mr Devraj and Mr Raju Poojary were the Resource persons.

Public Evidence:

• Workshop for police officers by department of emergency medical

Event Schedule:

10-10.30 am Inauguration

10.30-10.45 am Tea break

10.45 am-11.30 am- POCSO as applicable to IO- Dr Vikram Palimar

11.30am-12.15 am- NDPS Act- Mr Raju Poojary, Rtd Public Prosecutor

12.15pm-1.00 pm- Post mortem changes Dr Vinod C Nayak

1.00 pm-2.00 pm- Lunch

2.00-2.45 pm  Injuries- Dr Shankar MB

2.45-3.30 pm Investigation Lapses- Mr Devraj, Inspector, Manipal

3.30-3.45 pm- Tea break

3.45 pm- Q & A session and wrap up 

1. Udupi District Police and MAHE Manipal organized a training workshop for traffic police and drivers

MAHE, in collaboration with the Udupi District Police, hosted a Traffic Police and Drivers First Responders Training Workshop on May 30th, 2023.

Mr. Hakay Akshay Machhindra, IPS, Superintendent of Police for Udupi District, was the Chief Guest. He stressed the importance of these training programs for enhancing road safety and equipping traffic police and drivers with essential emergency response skills.He praised MAHE and KMC for organizing this vital initiative.

Dr. Sharath K. Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences, served as the Guest of Honour. He emphasized MAHE's commitment to impactful activities and expressed appreciation for the collaborative efforts of the Udupi Police, CCIF, and the Department of Emergency Medicine in advancing healthcare education and community engagement.

Participants of the workshop received comprehensive training in various areas, including first aid techniques, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), accident management, and other essential skills crucial for immediate response in road accidents and emergency situations. The workshop provided an interactive platform for participants to learn from experienced professionals, exchange best practices, and enhance their abilities to mitigate risks and provide critical assistance at accident sites.

Public Evidence:

• Bellevision.

1. Outreach Activity for the Mentally Challenged Students- Education outreach activities beyond campus

2. MAHE, in partnership with ASARE, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting the specially-abled, is committed to enhancing the well-being of its members in the Udupi district.

3. Students from MAHE, representing Kasturba Medical College, Manipal College of Nursing, and Manipal College of Health Professions, actively engage with the residents of ASARE through various constructive activities. These initiatives focus on empowering residents by teaching valuable skills such as paper bag making, envelope creation, areca nut plate production, craft flower making, and greeting card creation. Through these efforts, residents benefit from meaningful interactions and skill development.

4. Public Evidence

5. ASARE Link: Archana trust

6. MAHE: Social impact:asare

7. Asare Report Link: ASARE Activity Report