Vocational Training Courses at UVNAC

Dr. UNB Rao (Ph.D, IIT Delhi, IPS, Retd.), Founder and Chairperson, UVCT, is always striving to make his vision meaningful. Adding another milestone to its mission, UVCT has constructed a computer lab in it’s headquarter located in Urivi Vikram National Adolescents Centre (UVNAC building) at Dwarka, Sector – 22, New Delhi.
Computer courses will include Computer Basics and Advanced, Tally, Graphics Designing. Financial Literacy, Spoken English and Life Skills education will also be given in addition to computer courses.There are many such institutions in Dwarka, but the specialty of the institute located in UVNAC is that it will give priority to a child who could not completed her/his school education for any reason. And those who want to learn and earn a living for themselves and their families. In the absence of school education, sometimes there is a feeling of lack of self-confidence in children. Life skills education is imparted here for children, which helps one in managing not only one's life but also the people of one's family and surroundings.
All these courses will be conducted at very low fees, so that more and more needy children can take advantage of it.

UVCT Pathway Program for Schools

Choosing a right career involves self-evaluation of talents, capabilities and wellbeing. An appropriate occupation means economic security which plays key role in overall well-being. Many a time lack of right information hinders the process of making the right decision. Recognizing this, UVCT is collaborating with the schools in Dwarka, New Delhi to conduct workshops on Career Guidance at the school level.

1)First workshop was organized at Shiksha Bharati Global School (SBGS) school for the students of class 10 on November 21, 2022. The session was addressed by Ms. Mohini Thukran and assisted by Ms. Nikita. The session was observed by Dr. Girish Chaudhary. Mrs. Manisha Kaushal, Principal, SBGS and Ms. Samita, School counselor actively participated in the session. A total of 117 students of class 10 attended the session. At the end, participants were given feedback forms to obtain truthful responses.

2)Career Workshop: UVCT conducted second workshop on Career Guidance in Shiksha Bharati Global School (SBGS) for the students of class 12 on November 22, 2022. However, most of the students have already decided what their career choice would be after 10th. But with the increasing competitions and changes in the demands of the employment market, it becomes a bit difficult to take right decision. And that is why the topic of our class 12 workshop was: What to do after Class 12th? The session was addressed by Ms. Mohini and assisted by Ms. Nikita.

3) Healthy Relationship: UVCT organised a workshop at Modern Convent School, Dwarka on a very important topic 'Healthy Relationships'. During the 1st day on 23rd November 2022, the session was conducted by Ms. Mohini Thukran, Psychologist, UVCT and assisted by Ms Nikita. The session was concluded with the expert remarks made by Professor Girish Chaudhary. It was an interactive session, in which students actively participated in the session and participated actively by asking questions and raising their doubts. UVCT thanks the Principal and the staff members of the school, for their support during the session.

4) UVCT conducted 2nd workshop for all the students of class XIth at Modern Convent School, Dwarka on 24th Nov.’22. It was addressed by Ms. Mohini Thukran and assisted by Ms. Nikita. The session was observed by Ms. Girish Chaudhary and the respective teachers of class XIth. Dr. Priti Gulati, the school counselor observed and supported the programme along with the school Principal, Dr. Sheetal Mann. A powerpoint presentation was used for elaborating on various issues of the given subject. Students took keen interest in the session and responded to the questions posed at them by the speaker enthusiastically. As per the feedback forms filled by the students, the workshop was found to be unusual, beneficial and satisfactory for most of the participants.

5) Need for Discipline: UVCT conducted 3rd workshop on 'Need for discipline' at Modern Convent School, Dwarka by Ms. Mohini Thukran, Psychologist, UVNAC assisted by Ms. Nikita. The workshop conducted on 25th November 2022 and was observed by Dr. Girish Chowdhary and teachers of the school. The workshop was an interactive one and activities related to the discipline were conducted by the students during the event like goal visualisation. The workshop was concluded with the guidance by Dr. Girish about the various aspects of a disciplined life.

6) 'Building Healthy Inter Personal Relationships and Right Values': UVCT conducted two workshops on 'Building Healthy Inter Personal Relationships and Right Values' at Basava International School for the students of class VIII and class IX on 08th and 09th December respectively. The workshop was led by UVCT's Psychologist, Ms. Mohini Thukran. It was guided by Prof. Girish Choudhary, and assisted by Ms. Nikita. Students actively participated in Q/A session and in all the activities including 'Tag the thing'. In another activity students were requested to indulge in introspect within for a minute.... about their own healthy and unhealthy relationships. Girish Ma'am concluded the workshop by addressing the students about the 'barriers in healthy inter personal relationships '. UVCT thanks the Principal Ma'am, staff members and students of Basava International School for their support and active participation.

Childline se Dosti Campaign

UVCT - Childline Centre and Subcentre at Kalyan Railway Station and Thane respectively have started 'Childline Se Dosti' campaign from 14th November. During the one week's long celebration, many activities will be run by the centres to create awareness on issues related to children and their rights.

1) On 14th November an awareness program was organized at Bhiwandi. The team met the children and explained the work of the organization and spread awareness about 1098. Children also participated in the speech competition, Hon'ble Chief Judicial Magistrate Juvenile Justice Board Bhiwandi Mr. Seema B. Ghute graced the occassion and provided necessary support.

2) On 17/11/22 children's day program was conducted at Open House, Shramik Mahila Mandal, Ulhasnagar-4. One to one interaction was made with the children and a practical orientation was given on handicraft with paper art work. Children also showcased their talent by reciting some poems. After the prgrammes snacks were distributed among the children. UVCT would like to thank the superintendent and staff there for their valuable support.

3) A workshop was held on November 18, 2022. During the workshop many issues were discussed among Child Officer, Child Welfare Committee on how to plan the work and care and protection of children. Mrs. Suvarna Mhaske and Mrs. Swati More attended the workshop on behalf of UVCT.

4) On 22nd November 2022, the team visited the tribal area of ​​Thakur Pada Anand Nagar Ambernath. Awareness campaign included the issues of child labor, importance of education for children, 1098 and child marriage. Various sports activities were organised for the childrens.

'Sustainable Future in the Post Pandemic Era: Life Skills as Strategic Enablers"

International Conference on Life Skills Education (ICLSE 2022) on 'Sustainable Future in the Post Pandemic Era: Life Skills as Strategic Enablers" Co-organised by UVCT with Indian Association of Life Skills Education (IALSE), Rajdhani College, University of Delhi, and International Hindu University, Florida, in collaboration with UNFPA and Sponsored by ICSSR on 4-6 November 2022

CBS camp was organised by UVCT's TI team in Wazirpur

CBS camp was organised by UVCT's TI team in Wazirpur, A Block on 14.09.2022 under DSACS Target Intervention Programme for Migrants. (ORW: Ms. Rekha).

A one-day multipurpose camp to update Aadhar Card/Voter ID and COVID Vaccination on 23.07.2022

Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) in collaboration with Urivi Vikram Charitable Trust (UVCT) has done many welfare activities for the residents of surrounding areas. In this sequence a one-day multipurpose camp was organised by DSLSA in the premised of UVCT’s Skill Development Centre at Tagore Garden on 23rd July, 2022. The objectives of the camp were to update the Aadhar Card/ Voter ID card and providing free COVID vaccination to the people from the vicinity. About 150 people from the surrounding areas of Raghubir Nagar and Tagore Garden have come to avail the free services provided during the camp. Doctors from MCD Clinics have come for the vaccination. The legal advisor and students from DSLSA have addressed the people on the spot and also provided them free counselling on legal matters.

Inauguration of Display Trolleys at UVCT’ Childline, Kalyan Railway Station

Childline is a 24 hours national helpline for children in the age of 0 to 18 years. Any concerned person or child can call on 1098 helpline for the care and protection of a child. UVCT Childline in Kalyan Railway station is working since 2018 and has successfully handed over more than 1300 children to their parents or the concerned authorities till July 2021 Dr. Rao, Founder and Chairman, UVCT during his latest visit to Childline centre on 06.07.22, inaugurated a display trolley, which will display information related to Childline and its work. Station Manager Mr. Anup Kumar Jain, Dr. Girish Kumar and Dr. Smita Chitre also graced the occasion with their presence. A review meeting was also held, where staff members from the Childline centre at Kalyan and Childline subcentre at Thane rural explained their work and issues.

Orientation Workshop on Life Skill Education

Vocational/Technical Skills are said to be incomplete without imparting 'Life Skills Education' (LSE). According to 'WHO',LSE are abilities to bring in positive and adaptive behavioral changes that enable us to deal effectively with 'stress', 'demands' of everyday life. UVCT is pushing the envelope by infusing the two which narrows down the gap between skills in-demand usually taught at Institutes and ones required for smooth navigation through life. Therefore, our students celebrated the 'hussle' and 'hassle' of regular lives through a free Life Skills orientation course on 8th June 2022 at Skill Development Centre, Tagore Garden.

Importance of Menstrual Hygiene Importance of Menstrual Hygiene

A one-day free orientation session on Importance of Menstrual Hygiene for the students on Job training at UVCT's Skill Development Centre, Tagore Garden, in collaboration with Go Girl Foundation Go Girl Foundation on 02.06.2022.

Some pictures from field - Health Camps by Target Intervention team, UVCT under DSACS program

Workshop on Menstruation Hygiene in collaboration with Go Girl Foundation

Irritation, rashes or urinary tract infections are some of the problems that every woman has to face during menstruation cycle. Understanding the need to educate girls students on menstruation hygiene a one-day workshop on Menstruation Hygiene was conducted for the students of Skill Development Centre, Tagore Garden in collaboration with Go Girl Foundation on 14.03.2022. Main objective of the workshop was to educate the students on menstruation hygiene and other topics related to menstruation like using clean pads, reusable and disposable pads, cleanliness especially during the menstruation cycle. Students were also taught some excercise to overcome the pain and cramps before and during the periods. Students also asked some questions related to blood flow, pain, benefit of using pads over cloth, etc.

Children's Day Celebration Week: Childline se Dosti by UVCT Kalyan Railway Childline

Children’s Day Week Celebration: Childline se Dosti: 17th November, 2021:
A small street play on Child Labour played by UVCT Kalyan Railway Childline team on different locations of the Station.

Felicitation of the Field staff of UVCT Target Intervention Centre, Wazirpur (22nd October 2021):

The centre could identify 4 HRG’s HIV positive cases and successfully linked them to the ART centre. To motivate the efforts of the field staff, the trust felicitated two field staff and an honorarium was given to them at UVNAC, Headquarter, UVCT, Dwarka, New Delhi.

Inauguration of New UVCT Child Help Desk at Kalyan Station, Maharashtra (29th September 2021)

UVCT Childline at Kalyan Station, Maharashtra set up a new help desk at the station on 30.09.2021. The newly build kiosk was inaugurated by Sh. Anil Kumar Lahoti, General Manager, Central Railway, who graced the occasion as the chief guest. Sh. Dhanraj Khare, Sr. Program Coordinator, CHILDLINE India Foundation, attended the programme on behalf of CIF. Ms. Meenal Thakore, Ex-Chairperson, Child Welfare Committee, Thane briefed the Chief Guest and other accompanying officials about UVCT project. Sh. Ashok Yadav, program coordinator, UVCT Childline, oriented about the process followed for safeguarding the children, referring them to CWC, taking them to shelter home till they are handed over to their parents. A total of 1387 children have benefitted from the services offered by UVCT, Kalyan team at the Helpdesk.

Inauguration of ‘Achintya Tejas Conference Hall’ on 12.02.2020

Inauguration of ‘Achintya Tejas Conference Hall’ by Shri Tejendra Khanna, former Lt. Governor of Delhi & Consultative Meet on ‘Adolescents and Social Media’ A consultative meet on the theme “Adolescents and Social Media” was held on 12th February, 2020 at Urivi Vikram National Centre for Adolescents (UVNAC), Dwarka, New Delhi. The meeting marked the inaugural of the ‘Achintya Tejas Conference Hall’ 5 Urivi Vikram Charitable Trust at Urivi Vikram Charitable Trust. The conference hall is named in the memory of Dr. Rao’s grandson and a wonderful soul, late. Achintya Tejas Garikaparthi, who was killed in a road accident in Bahamas at an age of 19 years. The meet was attended by academicians, school principals, counsellors, media persons, journalists, police personnel, practitioners, NGOs representatives and other professionals with similar interests. The chief guest on the occasion, Shri Tejendra Khanna, former Lt. Governor of Delhi, in his address shared his concern on the loss of moral values and reading habits in today’s children and youth; emphasized the role of parents and teachers and called for building a balance between inner life and outer life, based on TRUE LOVE between all beings. Dr. N Bhaskara Rao, founder Chairman, Centre for Media Studies (CMS), in his inaugural address cognized the important role and potential of social media for connectivity and communication.

One day workshop on SPSS on 19.10.2019

UVCT organised a successful workshop on SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences), a statistical tool which is widely used in academics by researchers, students and professionals. The workshop, conducted by Ms. Arshiya Kochar (MSc. University of Kent), was attended by about 75 students and professionals, in two Sessions.The software was provided to the participants and hands-n practice during the Session. The participants were also extended online guidance for one week after the workshop.

Workshop on MHM (Menstrual Hygiene Management) on 27.06.2019

To improve the menstrual health of our female students we organized a 1-day workshop on 27 June of Menstrual hygiene management. The main motive of the workshop is to aware students about the misconception about menstruation and various tools and techniques to use in their cycle to prevent various diseases and to maintain their hygiene.

Awareness Camp in Slum Areas on 28.05.2019

UVCT organized a community survey and awareness campaign in the slum areas of Tagore Garden and Raghubir Nagar. The main purpose of the campaign is to make people aware of their Fundamental rights that are provided by the Constitution of India.