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Newsletter — November 2024
Jeya Gell
Dear friends,
Greetings. I am delighted to meet you all through this newsletter and share many works we have done so far.
Vocational Training and Employment
(VOTE Project)
Environmental Health Awareness Program
On November 23rd , DAIA and Students of Annammal College of Education organized an environmental health awareness program at Kulasekaranallur village. Mr Shanmugaiah, a member of the legislative assembly, presided over the program. Panchayat president Mr.Velusamy, Village Administrative Officer
Mr.Gurunathan, and many other important leaders were present. He also emphasized the importance of using toilets daily, that one can live healthy only if the surroundings are clean, and that everyone should keep the house clean. The students ' various skits, dances, and songs were very impressive. Women constable Mrs Sornam shared among the students about the ill effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Students, legislators, and other leaders took out the procession carrying placards stressing the need to keep the environment clean.
Grama Sabha meeting
On the same day, a Grama Sabha meeting was held at the premises with all the leaders, village residents, DAIA staff, and Annamal College students. In this meeting, Mr Murugesan (Clerk) presented the government project budget accounts on behalf of the Panchayat. The people submitted a petition to the leaders emphasizing various demands such as street lights, sewerage facilities, and houses. The officials agreed that the government would fix the major issues in two months. The panchayat president and the DAIA coordinated the meeting.
PALAM Project- SHG
We have chosen Kulasekara Nallur Panchayat for the Village Development project. Four villages under this panchayat, Kulasekhara Nallur, Sankarajapuram,
Patchai Perumalpuram, Osanathu, and Sivalkulam, are very backward in terms of economic development and basic facilities.
PALAM means ‘a bridge’ in Tamil. Its name reflects the intentions of DAIA, which works to create or strengthen opportunities for people transitioning from poverty to economic betterment.
The outcome of the PALAM project is empowering women and people with disability to achieve an improved standard of living. DAIA will accomplish this by forming new or strengthening existing Self-help groups (SHG). A baseline on existing self-help groups across the four villages indicates hat 21 are active. Most of which are struggling to keep up. Amongst them, we have chosen 2 groups of people with disability. We have chosen these groups to empower them with knowledge, financial independence, awareness of government initiatives, etc. Most importantly, they will be encouraged to voice their concerns and create a personal and social change.
Tailoring centre
Aari craft workshop
The tailoring center started at Kulasekaranallur is progressing well. Twenty-five women are currently undergoing training.
To further enhance their skills, a one-week workshop was conducted on Aari embroidery designs. This is a form of embroidery which uses colorful cotton/silk pat threads combined with variety of embellishments in geometric, floral or sometimes religious pattern.
This skill is highly sought after and can generate high income for women trained in this skill.
Mrs Rajeshwari conducted the workshop with dedication and enthusiasm. All of the participants greatly benefitted from this workshop.
Financial Literacy
On November 22nd , a financial literacy workshop, including a video tutorial on economic management, was conducted in Kulasekara Nallur village. This workshop was open to women who were undergoing tailoring training. It aimed at the financial management skills they need to cultivate and be aware of before starting their own or joint business. The staff discussed in detail the importance of financial management, budgeting, credit, saving, and investment. 16 women participated in this workshop. Everyone who attended reported that the class was very useful.
Tuition centre
Children’s day Celebration
On Children's Day, November 14th, a day dedicated to celebrating the rights of children and their well-being, all the children studying in our tuition centre participated in a unique and innovative celebration. The theme was 'Types of land in Tamil Nadu', a topic that allowed the children to learn about the geographical diversity of our state. In the Sangam age, Tamil people divided their land into five types, which we explored in our celebration.
They are:
1. Kurunji (mountainous regions and adjoining lands)
2.Mullai( forest and forest-based areas)
3.Marutham ( fields and agricultural land)
4. Neithal ( sea and the adjoining regions)
4.Palai ( desert and sandy areas)
The people of Kurinji lived in the mountains and the regions surrounding it. Their main occupation was honey and tuber collection. The Kuravan and Kurathis lived there and made their living. Saveriyarpuram tuition children in their kuravan, kurathi costumes.
The people of Mullai lived in forests and forest-based places. Hunting was their primary occupation. The land is named after the fragrant mullein flower.
Natchiyarpuram tuition children dressed beautifully to display the Mullai land.
Science Day
On November 5th, Kurinji Nagar tuition students participated in a science experiment as part of our Science Day event. The children were divided into three groups and had the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning, fostering their curiosity and love for science.
Mobile Library
The 'Mobile Library' Reading Challenge-4, which ended in November, is a recurring event where our students are encouraged to read and explore the world of literature. This was the 79 books round of the challenge, and we are proud of the enthusiasm and dedication our students have shown in their reading journey. This fun and educative activity, the 'Mobile Library' Reading Challenge-4 ', has a significant impact on the children's learning, keeping them engaged and fostering a love for reading
TATA Proengage – Online English
Classes
We are deeply grateful to the TATA volunteers who run online English classes every week at our 6 centres. Their dedication and skills are instrumental in improving the next generation, and we thank them sincerely for their efforts.
Tuition teachers meet
On November 29th, the monthly tuition teachers' meeting was held at our DAIA office. Mrs Jeya Gell shared some encouraging words for the teachers. Director Mrs Hilda John appreciated the teachers' fantastic efforts for Children's Day and inquired about the centres' progress. Plans for Christmas programs were also discussed.
Embracing Elders
On November 13th, 37 elders attended the camp at Zion Campus, Tuticorin. They were given groceries and nutrition powder, and their weight was monitored and recorded. The camp ended with a good meal.
Thank you to all our supporters
Thank you to all our supporters We were able to do the work just because you stood behind us. Our heartfelt thanks for your consistent support in reaching out to make our vulnerable communities better.
We look forward to working with you. Thank you once again.
Reflection: Kindness
"Always help someone. You might be the only one who does."
Let us be kind and lighten the burden of those who are suffering.
Debasish Mridha - QUOTESTATS.COM
Development Association for Integrated Activity (DAIA)
5E/95, Kirubai Nagar, Tuticorin, Tamilnadu, India. 628 008.
Phone: +91 9488373224 (0461) 2311548, 2391548, Email: admin@daiaindia.org
Founder: Mr. Gell Joseph 1945 - 2015
Bank name | A/c name | A/c No S/B | IFSC code |
|---|---|---|---|
International Needs Australia | 69 579 7035 (Donations from within Australia)
Ref: DAIA India - Donor name | BSB: 083 125 | |
City Union Bank, Tuticorin | Development Association for Integrated Activity | 085001000097607
(Donations Within India) | CIUB 0000085 |
State Bank of India, New Delhi | Development Association for Integrated Activity | 40113007625
(Donations from countries other than India) | SBIN 0000691 |
Mrs. Jeya Gell
