The Rotary Club of PEN (President Madhubala S. Nikam) organized a Multi-District Residential RYLA at Shantivan, Nere, Panvel, guided by Youth Services Director Rtn. Vishnu Mhatre. Co-hosted by various Rotary Clubs, including Ratan Karol (RC Panvel Central), Sudhir Chakole (RC Panvel Mahanagar), Jay Bhandarkar (RC Panvel Industrial Midtown), Harbindar Dullat Singh (RC Nigdi Pune), Pankaj Vora (RC Bombay Peninsula 3141), and Thane Passion (3142). The RYLA encompassed diverse Rotary avenues: 1. Peace Building and Conflict Resolution: Featuring a skit on 'Peace and Love for Humanity' and a meditation session by Mr. Hrishikesh Joshi. Dr. Neeta Kadam addressed 'Cybersecurity,' 'Child Crime,' and 'Posco Rules and Regulations.' 2. Environment: Conducting a drawing competition on 'Save Environment' and a skit on Garbage Management. 3. Women Empowerment: Showcasing a dance performance by students on this empowering theme. 4. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Welcoming students from various backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity. 5. Basic Education and Literacy: Rtn Dr. Jay Bhandarkar delivered a motivational speech on 'Health and Studies,' emphasizing study habits, healthy eating, and hydration. 6. Disease Prevention and Management: Rtn Dr. Jay Bhandarkar provided insights on maintaining good health for a successful life. 7. Disaster and Crisis Management: Addressed through a skit on Garbage Management, focusing on recycling and eco-brick creation. Dr. Neeta Kadam stressed key issues like the legal driving age and highlighted the rights of education, being heard, and child labor laws. Additional activities included Shantivan activity viewing, personality development games, craft, dance, skits, talent hunts, DJ sessions, Diwali celebrations (diya painting, Rangoli, lantern making), yoga, meditation, and drawing competitions, making the RYLA a comprehensive and enriching experience.
Start Date | 26-11-2023 |
End Date | 27-11-2023 |
Project Cost | 120000 |
Rotary Volunteer Hours | 720 |
No of direct Beneficiaries | 67 |
Partner Clubs | 1. RC Panvel Central 2. RC Panvel Mahanagar 3. RC Panvel Industrial Midtown 4. RC Nigdi Pune 5. RC Bombay Peninsula 3141 6. Thane Passion 3142 |
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Project Category | Basic Education and Literacy, Disaster / Crisis Management, Disease Prevention and Treatment, Economic and Community Development, Environment, Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention |