Social Responsibility is not just an annual activity calendar or giving some donation, it is much larger that helps in building a sense of responsibility in the young minds towards society.
The main objective of our department is to inculcate the social and moral value, maturity and habit to return to the society not just in terms of funds, but also love, care, respect and gratitude. The idea is to help the volunteers to carry these beliefs and values as they move in life. College life is of paramount importance as it shapes the individual and the citizen. The experience of social work and social responsibility, the habit of giving to the society lays a strong foundation to build a strong inclusive society and nation. It is just like creating a beautiful garden of a social environment by planting a sapling of ethical values. Learning these important aspects through fun, on the job activities, visits, being part of organizing events and connecting closely with the less privileged helps the students to understand the other world of deprived and build a deep sense of attitude to help and support the less fortunate ones.
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO TRY AND INSPIRE PEOPLE SO THAT THEY CAN BE GREAT IN WHATEVER THEY WANT TO DO -Kobe Bryant
“NOT ME BUT YOU”
Gandhi Jayanti 2021
Every year the department of NSS/IPSSR IPS Academy, celebrates Gandhi Jayanti in a very unique manner. Various activities are being organized for IPSians, for instance, poster making, blog/essay writing, debate competition, singing of the most endearing song 'Raghupati raghav rajaram' and a puppet show. The main attraction of this year's celebration was the Puppet show. The show was played by the team of Creative puppet show theater (Trust) Varanasi. Founder Mr. Mithilesh Dubey and his team, represented the whole life journey of Mahatma Gandhi in such a beautiful manner, that all the audience was mesmerized. Faculty members along with students enjoyed the show. HOD Mrs. Neha Sharma concludes one thing after watching the show that life is all about balance. We actually require an accurate balance in our life, like the puppets have. And everything is about perfect timing and balance. We really need to learn many things from Mahatma Gandhi and his moral values.
Services provided during lockdown 2020-21-
The recent pandemic has disturbed almost every system in the world. An uncertain situation was created, that made many people to migrate, many people to strive for hunger and many stray animals suffered drastically. Despite all such criteria, IPS Academy’s NSS/IPSSR Department never gave up. Our wing has made continuous efforts to help in the best possible ways. Buses along with volunteers and staff were being provided to the government, especially for people who were migrating rapidly. Each day almost thousands of food packages were distributed to people. PPE Kits, face masks, senitizers, hand gloves, cash and other household items were donated by the academy. During the lockdown period our volunteers at different places of the country, were also putting efforts to stay strong and help the community.
Tribal Rights Awareness-
India is a diverse country, where numerous tribes reside across the country. Tribal people have legal rights and policies which are formed by the government to prevent their generations. To make aware of all such facilities, an online webinar was conducted by our department NSS/IPSSR, in collaboration with Tribal Rights Forum. It was a fruitful session of students of Jhabua, who belong from a tribal belt of the state. Students learnt about many new things which were in favour of the community. We continuously organize such activities, which inculcate beneficial knowledge to our students.
World day of fight against sexual exploitation-
March 4 is observed as World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation every year, to create awareness against sexual exploitation, which overwhelmingly involves women and children.
To aware students about the same, an online session was conducted by HOD- Neha Sharma, where the guest speaker Dr. Vasudeo Paralikar, has explained various ways to prevent the above situation.
Volunteering at social events-
IPSians always try to contribute their services to society. Apparently, we at IPS Academy allow our students to cooperate with external agencies, namely, NGOs, government sectors or any organisation which is working to uplift many people. Our volunteers have provided their services to the event “Atrang”, it was an event organized by an organization, for special children. Volunteers managed the event in a successful way.
Festivals with slum kids-
Sometimes it's better to spread and share happiness on special occasions. Therefore, our volunteers are motivated to celebrate festivals with kids who belong from slum areas. Kite festival, Basant panchali, Holi and Diwali are the main festivals, when we invite these kids to IPSA and distribute gifts amongst them. Moreover, we often conduct few activities and sports, by which all members make a special bond of understanding and exchange knowledge.
Orientation- Menstrual hygiene and awareness-
Menstruation cycle is a natural process, although many societies have considered it as a taboo. People often try to avoid any conversation about it. Infact, there are several myths in our society regarding the same. Despite all such barriers, we IPSians are raising awareness campaigns to kill the taboo. Our volunteers visit many rural areas, and talk with girls and women about the challenges they face during their periods, and how people react to it.
We have commenced a research project regarding the same, and now imparting fruitful information to numerous females.