Clubs Activities

English Literature Club Aim The sole aim of ELC is to enhance the English knowledge and initiate the students to learn and speak the language perfectly well. Besides, ELC conducts several activities such as extempore speech, debate and essay writing etc. Full moon day function and literary activities, debate and so on are also arranged. It gives guidelines to the students to participate in various inter-college fests, paper presentation, article –writing, group discussions and encourages them to bring out their talents.

Blood Camp Aim Our aim is to conduct blood donation awareness campaigns to encourage our country’s youth to donate blood so that lives may be saved, using creative slogans to motivate students. We also conduct annual training camps where blood donors meet to learn more about blood and its donation and to share their experiences with this program. We are proud to organize blood donation camps and also to donate blood ourselves in the effort to save people’s lives. All people should be encouraged to donate blood willingly and voluntarily. Why? Blood is that magic potion which gives life to another person. There is severe shortage of blood for patients in many accident cases, for innocent children suffering from thalassemia, pregnant women, cancer patients and other people in life threatening situations and this is resulting in their death due to shortage of blood. We have started this project to promote awareness among people about blood donation and also to provide donors for the people in case of emergencies. What makes us different? Save lives: Each unit of blood collected can save 3 lives Help the poor and the needy: Blood camps are mainly organized in connection with govt. blood banks thereby helping the poor.

Rotaract Club History Rotaract was founded forty years ago, with the Rotaract Club of North Charlotte, Carolina being the first club to be chartered – on March 13, 1968. Aim The aim of the program was stated to be “to develop leadership and responsible citizenship through service to the community.” What Is Rotaract? Rotaract is a Rotary sponsored service club for young men and women between the ages of 18 and 30. Rotaract helps members with leadership skills, career development, community and international service and the development of good friends and good fun. Rotaract club also meets as needed for their service projects and events. Rotaract clubs engage in local and international service, both independently and working with local Rotary clubs. Members address their communities’ physical and social needs while promoting international understanding and peace through a framework of friendship and service. Rotaractors are true “partners in service” and key members of the Rotary family, who work hand in hand with Rotarians. Growth Following the founding of the Rotaract Club of North Charlotte, many existing Rotary based youth clubs changed their names to become an official Rotaract club. In the 1990’s, Rotaractors combined their organizations on an international level with the creation of Multi-District Organizations in Europe, Australia and South America. There are over 7,000 clubs in about 163 countries and geographical areas. Internationally, Rotaract is strong in Asia, Africa and South America as well as Europe, where Rotary membership may be exclusive or expensive As you connect with other young leaders in Rotaract, you can take advantage of all that Rotary has to offer, including: Scholarships and Fellowships Vocational Training Teams Rotary Club Membership

Red Ribbon Club What is Red Ribbon? A global symbol created in1991 in New York. Solidarity with people living with HIV and AIDS & aimed at uniting the people in the common fight against the disease. Role of the Red Ribbon Club Educate youth with correct, concise and adequate information and heighten their level of awareness about HIV/AIDS/STI/sexuality and other related issues (thus eliminate myths and misconceptions). Enable youth, especially the female students, to identify and understand situations of exploitation and abuse. Sensitize the youth regarding care and support needs of PLWHA and instill in them the spirit of helping and supporting the people living with HIV & AIDS (PLWHA) and reduce the stigma and discrimination against them. Increase youths’ access to health care services related to STI / HIV/AIDS/drug use. Create linkages between youth and governmental, non – governmental agencies and CBOs to access safer and responsible healthy behavior. Organize and facilitate voluntary blood donation camps and mobilize the youth for voluntary blood donation. Create among the youth a cadre of peer educators for seeking and encouraging positive health behavior as well as ensuring sustainability of the club. Role of members Gain in-depth knowledge about HIV/AIDS, Voluntary Blood Donation and related issues. Mobilizing resources for the Club’s activities. Producing innovative BCC materials – slogans, jingles, posters, logos, handbill messages, songs and plays, etc. Actively participating in competitions and community outreach programs inside and outside the campus. Orienting the new comers about the objectives and activities of the Club and contribute to the sustainability of the Club. With developed life skills and leadership qualities, performing the role of peer educators to heighten the HIV/AIDS risk perception and instill negotiation skills among the youth Promoting VBD among the students and participate actively in blood donations.

Youth Red Cross Fundamental Principles of YRC are: The Fundamental Principles of the international Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, namely: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality the Indian Red Cross Society acts as an auxiliary to the state in the carrying out of humanitarian activities. It also provides a range of services, including disaster relief, health and social welfare programmers in the country. During wartime, the society works as auxiliary to the armed forces medical services and also assists the affected civilian as per the Geneva Conventions. AIM The Indian Red Cross Society aims to inspire, encourage and initiate at all times, all forms of humanitarian activities so that human suffering can be minimized, alleviated and even prevented, thus contribute to creating a more congenial climate for peace. ROLE Youth Red Cross programmers are an integral part of the strategic approach taken by the Indian Red Cross Society. We value the diverse and important roles that young people perform as innovators, inter-cultural ambassadors, peer educators, community mobilizes, and most importantly, agents of behavioral change and advocates for vulnerable people. When working alongside older generations in a spirit of mutual respect, young people bring much needed ideas and skills. The promotion of knowledge transfer and growth, combined with the personal guidance that older, more experienced volunteers of the Red Cross can offer, is seen as a key approach to developing tomorrow’s generation of leaders, today. Our junior and youth programmers help the Indian Red Cross Society to implement the Fundamental Principles of our Movement through: International Humanitarian Law The protection of health and life Community service Promotion of national and international friendship and understanding by using the international links of the Movement.

National Service Scheme The main objectives of National Service Scheme (NSS) are: Understand the community in which they work Understand themselves in relation to their community Identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving Develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems Develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities Gain skills in mobilizing community participation Acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes Develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and practice national integration and social harmony The Motto of NSS “Not Me But You”, reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for self-less service. NSS helps the students develop appreciation to other person’s point of view and also show consideration to ‘/other living beings. The philosophy of the NSS is well doctrine in this motto, which underlines/on the belief that the welfare .of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society on the whole and therefore, the NSS volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society.