First Impression of Mr. Ansh Malik MBA intern from the SP Jain Institute of Management and Research

First Impression of Mr. Ansh Malik MBA intern from the SP Jain Institute of Management and Research When we were allotted our project and locations by the college, I was both nervous and excited. Nervous because I was going to spend one full month in a South Indian city and I did not know the language they spoke (Tamil) – the feeling was scary. But excited because the city lies on the southeast coast of India and is a famous tourist destination for its serene beaches. It was a bittersweet feeling but I decided to make the most out of it. Fast forward to nearly a month and it was time for the internship to begin. I left my home in Delhi and boarded a flight to Chennai. From Chennai, I had booked a cab in advance to take me to Pondicherry. We took the most popular driving route – the Eastern Coast Road (ECR). The road lies parallel to the Bay of Bengal coastline and one could witness the scenic views throughout the three and a half hour ride. Once I reported at the NGO, I was surprised to see the actual location. It was a small office situated in a residential area (Rainbow Nagar – fancy name I thought to myself). It was a colorful building. The NGO has 3 full-time employees – Arasu Sir (the founder), Mrs. Mary Slessor (Program Manager) and Mrs. Nathali Raja (Secretary). All three of them were quite friendly and onboarded us smoothly. Arasu sir began briefing us about various activities that Prime Trust looks into and this officially kicked off DoCC for us. Through their dedicated efforts, they covered a plethora of SDGs namely – No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health & Well Being, Quality Education, Decent Work, and Economic Growth. He essentially runs three charity organisations – • Prime Educational and Social Trust(TRUST) • India Volunteer Care(TRUST) • Akshaya Self Help Group Confederation(SOCIETY) Prime Trust is the parent organisation that works on various causes whereas IVC and Akshaya SHG Confederation were setup for supporting purposes. Our internship was to be done with Prime Trust. During the first half of our stint, we were supposed to work on a crowd funding campaign and its related social media activities. So for past several years, Prime Trust has been renting a building to house an orphanage they run. However, they face the perils of increasing rent every year and when they shift addresses; they need to get the records updated for all the children in the government's books. To avoid these issues, they are now looking to purchase the building and provide a permanent home for these children where they can thrive. To arrange funds for this, they are running a crowd funding campaign. To get a first-hand idea of the situation they’re dealing with, we went to the field and saw the orphanage – When we decided to visit the orphanage, I did not give it much thought. I did not realize that it would be such an emotionally challenging field visit. Meeting children without parents and a stable home made me gloomy and, on some level, I felt helpless. After returning, we made a point to give our 200% to make this crowd funding campaign a success.

First Impression of Mr. Anmol, MBA intern from SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai

First Impression of Mr. Anmol, MBA intern from SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai When I embarked on my journey from Nanded to Pondicherry, I was filled with mixed emotions. The long journey of over 20 hours by train and bus, from Nanded to Hyderabad and then to Pondicherry, had left me exhausted and anxious. I was worried about entering a completely new and unfamiliar environment, with a culture and language vastly different from what I was used to in Nanded. I was also apprehensive about working for an NGO in an unknown place, feeling the pressure to have a positive impact on the society. As I arrived in Pondicherry, I was struck by the beauty of the place, but also felt overwhelmed by the stark differences in culture and language. The fear of not being able to communicate with the locals and the feeling of isolation only added to my anxiety. Now, finding suitable accommodation was a very difficult task. The unfamiliarity of the place, and language barriers made it challenging for me to find a place. As I started my search for accommodation, I quickly realized that most of the local lodges and hotels were either too expensive or not in a suitable location. I felt lost and overwhelmed, not knowing where to turn. Fortunately, a local friend of mine offered to help me find a suitable place. He took me to a few guesthouses and lodges. However, just when I thought I would not find a place to stay, we stumbled upon a guesthouse in the heart of the city. The guesthouse was everything I was looking for. It was not too expensive, clean, and within walking distance from the NGO. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and they even helped me navigate the city, find an affordable two-wheeler rental for the month and provided me with useful tips on local culture and cuisine. Overall, my experience of finding accommodation in Pondicherry taught me the importance of being patient and open-minded. It also showed me the significance of having local connections and how they can help you navigate unfamiliar terrain. In the end, I was able to find a beautiful place to stay, and it added to the overall enjoyment of my trip to Pondicherry. Now, when I entered the NGO on my first day, I was surprised to find a very basic building as their workplace. They had only 4 full time employees who managed and handled all the activities in the NGO. They were – 1. Mr Savarinathan Maria Arasu – Founder and Managing Director of Prime Trust 2. Mrs. Mary Slessor - Program Manager – All the programs operated by Prime Trust are under her care. 3. Mrs. Nathali Raja – Secretary – She is responsible for handling bank-related tasks and assisting Arasu Sir in any way possible 4. Mrs. Kamala - House Keeping staff – A house help who ensures that everyone’s needs are taken care of and keeps the workplace clean. During our work with Prime Trust, Arasu Sir emphasized the crucial task of acquiring funds for Janani Home, an orphanage and shelter for girls with abusive parents. The homeowner had been increasing rent on a monthly basis, and relocating again would prove difficult due to the need to comply with government regulations for the orphanage. Updating the address across all administrative platforms would also be a daunting task and could potentially affect the emotional and mental well-being of the girls. To address this challenge, we were tasked with generating content, increasing awareness through social media campaigns, and reaching out to CSR foundations. In order to further connect with the project and the beneficiaries, we planned a visit to the orphanage to meet the girls for whom we were working. Seeing these young girls and witnessing their circumstances inspired us to work even harder towards our goal. I was excited to try out the local specialties. As I browsed through the menu, I felt a sense of anticipation, wondering what to order. When the food arrived, I was greeted by the tantalizing aromas of freshly prepared dishes. The fragrant spices of the Litti Chokha and the sweet aroma of Khaja made my mouth water. As I took my first bite, I felt the crunch of the samosas and the smooth texture of the Khoya Lassi. As I continued to eat, I noticed the different flavours and textures of each dish and appreciated the unique blend of spices and ingredients. I felt a sense of satisfaction and comfort, experiencing the warmth and richness of the food. Overall, my experience of enjoying food in Patna, Bihar, was a sensory and emotional journey. I explored the flavours and textures of local cuisine while immersing myself in the culture of the city. It was a memorable experience that I will cherish forever. As I work on this project, I will primarily focus on SDG-3, which aims to ensure Good Health and Well-Being for all individuals. This goal encompasses various aspects of health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being and access to quality healthcare. Moreover, the work we are doing for Janani Home also has a significant impact on other SDGs, including SDG-1 (No Poverty), SDG-2 (Zero Hunger), SDG-4 (Quality Education), and SDG-8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). By providing a safe and nurturing home for orphaned children and girls from abusive backgrounds, we are addressing issues of poverty and hunger, promoting access to education and decent work opportunities, and ultimately contributing towards the achievement of multiple SDGs. Working with Prime Trust has been an eye-opening experience that has taught me the importance of basic well-being for all individuals. It has made me realize that every person deserves access to good health, education, and decent work opportunities. Through our small efforts, we are making a real impact on the ground. Our work for Janani Home, in particular, is helping to provide a safe and nurturing environment for orphaned children and girls with abusive backgrounds. By addressing these critical issues, we are contributing towards the betterment of society and promoting the overall well-being of individuals. Despite the initial challenges, I tried my best to adapt and overcome the obstacles. I connected with my batch mates who I did not know very well at that time and with locals who helped me navigate the new terrain. Their support and insights into the culture and language of Pondicherry helped me immensely in the beginning for the most basic of tasks.

Support made by Abdul Kalam Trust to the Janani Home for Girls at Colas Nagar, Puducherry

On 02.04.2023 a team from Abdul Kalam Trust Mr. Alphonse Varghese – Coordinator, E. Pravinkumar - Managing Director E. Vijayalakshmi - Accountant, E. Iavazhagi - Volunteer, E. Priyadharshini - Volunteer, A. Ashwath Raj - Volunteer visited the Janani Home for girls at Colas Nagar, Puducherry. The team interacted with the children about their education and needs. Motivational talk was offered by the team members. Abdul Kalam Trust was kind enough to provide 25kgs rice, grocery items – sugar, oil, pulses, etc and stationery to the children. The Janani Home Founder and Managing Director Mr. SM Arasu thanked the Abdul Kalam Trust for their support and contribution to the children in Janani Home. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

World Health Day Program in Janani Home – 07.04.2023

World Health Day Program in Janani Home – 07.04.2023 World Health Day happens every year and its goal is to teach people about important health issues, new medicines and research, and to make sure that everyone can get medical help no matter where they live. It's a time to remember that taking care of our health is super important, and we should do things to be healthier. Prime Trust in hands with Vel dental Team organized a dental health session for the children in Janani Home on 07.04.2023. The Dental doctors gave information about the importance of dental health and the significance of maintaining it. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

Prime trust in hands with HearZap distributes free hearing aids on 31.03.2023.

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Free hearing Aids distribution

Global giving Campaign

April 2023 Little by Little Campaign is a five-day crowdfunding campaign taking place from April 3-7 and designed to help Global Giving partners around the world cultivate a robust network of small-dollar donors. All eligible donations up to $50 per unique donor per organization will be matched at 50% during the campaign, and funds will not run out! Kindly make your generous contribution and we would appreciate it if you could share it with your contacts. Here is the link: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/8675/prime-educational-and-social-trust/

Global giving little by little Campaign

April 2023 Little by Little Campaign is a five-day crowdfunding campaign taking place from April 3-7 and designed to help Global Giving partners around the world cultivate a robust network of small-dollar donors. All eligible donations up to $50 per unique donor per organization will be matched at 50% during the campaign, and funds will not run out! Kindly make your generous contribution and we would appreciate it if you could share it with your contacts. Here is the link: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/8675/prime-educational-and-social-trust/

Global giving little by little Campaign

April 2023 Little by Little Campaign is a five-day crowdfunding campaign taking place from April 3-7 and designed to help Global Giving partners around the world cultivate a robust network of small-dollar donors. All eligible donations up to $50 per unique donor per organization will be matched at 50% during the campaign, and funds will not run out! Kindly make your generous contribution and we would appreciate it if you could share it with your contacts. Here is the link: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/8675/prime-educational-and-social-trust/

Little by Little Campaign

April 2023 Little by Little Campaign is a five-day crowdfunding campaign taking place from April 3-7 and designed to help Global Giving partners around the world cultivate a robust network of small-dollar donors. All eligible donations up to $50 per unique donor per organization will be matched at 50% during the campaign, and funds will not run out! Kindly make your generous contribution and we would appreciate it if you could share it with your contacts. Here is the link: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/8675/prime-educational-and-social-trust/

New Financial Year Prayer in Prime Trust office, Rainbow Nagar

Prayer is the key that unlocks all the store houses of God’s infinite grace and power. On 01.04.2023 the Founder and Managing Trustee Mr. SM Arasu along with the staff of Prime Trust started the new financial year with Prayer. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

Birthday Celebration in Janani Home

Celebrating your birth is an expression of thanks to God for allowing you to be born as well as still being alive. It is also an occasion to rethink your life. It is a great time to reflect on your past, evaluate your present, and make plans for your future. A birthday signifies your beginning and the joy of life. Every human on earth has been given a chance to fulfill their own unique mission. A birthday is an important and momentous occasion not be understated. It is a time to celebrate, reflect and give thanks. On 30/03/2023 the children and staff of Janani Home celebrated the birthday of Prime Trust staff. It was a joyous moment for all. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

MBA interns from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai

An internship is an official program offered by organizations to help train and provide work experience to students and recent graduates. By partaking in an internship, you will be able to gain real-life exposure, grow your knowledge and determine if you are in the right career field. Internships not only provide you with the first-hand experience in the real working world but also enable you to understand the career trajectory for your desired job title. Four MBA interns from Mumbai are doing their internship in Prime Educational and Social Trust, Rainbow Nagar from 09.03.2023. They are involved in upgrading and enhancing the information about the NGO in social media, preparing posters and pamphlet about the various activities of the NGO, streamlining our social media channels, promoting our social media campaigns and helping us in performing market research to connect our tailoring machines and women from tribal background. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

Birthday Celebration in Janani Home

Birthdays are a chance to celebrate, commemorate past years and what's to come, and connect with friends. There's nothing like a birthday. In addition to reminding us of how old we are, they also represent how far we've come. Taking part in them is a great way to express your appreciation for someone. On 28.03.2023 the Prime Trust staff celebrated the birthday of Janani home child and staff. It was a good time of get together. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

Milaap fundraising

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Global giving fund raising

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Visit to RUHSA, CMC Vellore

The Rural Unit for Health and Social Affairs (RUHSA) was started by CMC as a response to the felt need for providing health care services to a most backward rural development block in Vellore district – K V Kuppam Block. On 21.03.2023 the Prime Trust Founder and Managing Trustee Mr. SM Arasu, the staff, a beneficiary from the Varagupet village – Dindivanam, the MBA interns from S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai visited the RUHSA, Vellore. The team had a discussion with Mr. Paul Das, Consultant regarding the possible Income Generation programs that can be implemented at Varagupet Tailoring unit. Further steps are to be taken. To support this program kindly click on the link below. https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/help-start-a-micro-credit-program-for-50-women/ #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject,#Primetrustchildrensparliament,#Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

Awareness Program for School going Children

Nowadays, mobile has become a priority in everyone's life, so every person uses them in their daily life for communication, business purposes, and other activities. We know that everything has its own impacts, good or bad. From the right perspective, the mobile phone is an extraordinary invention for humans, but using it for many hours constantly will create several problems. Prime Trust organized an awareness session for the school-going children in Janani Home, Colas Nagar. On 18.03.2023 the students from Women’s Christian College, Chennai – Visual Communications department conducted an awareness program on the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones for the school-going children from Muthialpet evening school, Janani home, and Rasu Udayar thottam. About 40 children participated in the program. Games were conducted for the children. Snacks and lunch were provided. The program started at 10:30 am and ended at 2 pm. Prime Trust thanks the students for their time and contribution. We wish them all the very best in their future endeavor. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject,#Primetrustchildrensparliament,#Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #Covidpandemic

English Reading Session for the Girls in Janani Home

English Reading Session for the Girls in Janani Home Being an integral part of our school education system, some skills are developed through extensive reading. Some benefits of reading are developing a good vocabulary, acquiring new words, understanding the meaning of new words, using knowledge in context to answer questions correctly, retaining information and stories, and understanding the culture and civilization of different countries through literature. The MBA interns from Mumbai took an English reading session for the girls in Janani home on 17.03.2023. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #CovidPandemic

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Children’s Parliament in Anandapuram Village, Puducherry

The Children’s Parliament is a group of children of a particular village/ neighborhood who come together as a group for activities, learning, and to represent their interests and opinion to the decision makers of the village/neighborhood. The formation of Children’s Parliament has been done with the following objective; “Equipping children with the basic concept of the Children’s Parliament provide an opportunity to learn ‘life skills’ for example, about their rights, health, and education as a result they become aware and contribute in decision making process of administrative system through their life skills learning.” On 02.03.2023 a children’s parliament was formed in Anandapuram village, Puducherry. The MSW interns from Alagappa University, Karaikudi facilitated a discussion among the members of the Children’s Parliament. The different needs of the village were discussed by the children. The following children were selected as the following. Gokul – President, Bala – Secretary, Elamaran - Treasurer, DivyaShree – Vice President, Rohith – Joint Secretary. It was a new experience for them. #Primetrust,#Indiavolunteercare,#indiavolunteercaretoursandtravels, #Akshayaselfhelpgroupsconfederation,#Aadharaprojectforhomeless, #Akshayatailoringcentre,#Sishubhavanplayschool,#Primetrustremedialschools, #Jananihomeforgirls,#Primetrustruralhealthmission,#Primetrustchildsponsorshipprogram, #Primetrustruralwaterandsanitationproject, #Primetrustchildrensparliament, #Puducherry, #Jananihomeforgirls, #Volunteers, #VolunteeringinPuducherry, #CovidPandemic