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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131107
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UID:58309-1383782400-1383868799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Employer Engagement Programme
DESCRIPTION:On 11th November 2013\, Mr. Amit\, a HR Manager of Globus visited the STeP center JSS Dharavi\, Mumbai with Smile Foundation representatives. Globus is a retail clothing store chain which was founded in 1998 and is based in Mumbai\, India. It is part of the Rajan Raheja Group. The chain has 38 locations in 22 cities in India. In Mumbai\, it has 8 branches at Ghatkopar\, Vashi\, Thane\, Kalaghoda \, Kandivali\, etc. \nThe session started with a brief introduction of Globus and then of Mr. Amit. He then told the students about their product which is popular all over the world. There was a firm emphasis that Globus’s primary objective was to provide a product with superior quality. \nThe core area of discussion was the selection criteria for the job profile and what is expected from the selected candidates in the future. He even gave his visiting card to all the students and asked them to contact him if they are interested. At the end of the session\, many students seemed very excited about this opportunity.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/employer-engagement-programme-4/
LOCATION:Pune
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131111
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T124445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T124445Z
UID:44787-1384041600-1384127999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Renowned Dancer Pernia Qureshi supports Mission Education
DESCRIPTION:Pernia Quershi\, a renowned fashion designer and a professional Kuchipudi dancer performs a dance recital on the 10th of November 2013 at India Habitat Center\, New Delhi. \nAs a part of her ongoing association with Smile Foundation\, she will support the education of underprivileged children for a year under Mission Education programme.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/renowned-dancer-pernia-qureshi-supports-mission-education/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131112
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T182742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T182742Z
UID:58306-1384128000-1384214399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Employer Engagement Programme
DESCRIPTION:On 11th November 2013\, Mr. Amit\, a HR Manager of Globus visited the STeP center JSS Dharavi\, Mumbai with Smile Foundation representatives. Globus is a retail clothing store chain which was founded in 1998 and is based in Mumbai\, India. It is part of the Rajan Raheja Group. The chain has 38 locations in 22 cities in India. In Mumbai\, it has 8 branches at Ghatkopar\, Vashi\, Thane\, Kalaghoda \, Kandivali\, etc. \nThe session started with a brief introduction of Globus and then of Mr. Amit. He then told the students about their product which is popular all over the world. There was a firm emphasis that Globus’s primary objective was to provide a product with superior quality. \nThe core area of discussion was the selection criteria for the job profile and what is expected from the selected candidates in the future. He even gave his visiting card to all the students and asked them to contact him if they are interested. At the end of the session\, many students seemed very excited about this opportunity.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/employer-engagement-programme-3/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131113
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T124348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T124348Z
UID:44784-1384214400-1384300799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Nutrition and Healthy Eating for SHVs and CHEs
DESCRIPTION:A day long workshop was conducted on nutrition and healthy eating for adolescent girls and pregnant women\, on November 12. \nThe workshop was attended by 30 Swabhiman Health Volunteers (SHVs) and 4 Community Health Educators (CHEs). Identified from within the community\, these volunteers form an important link in promoting and sustaining health-seeking behaviour in the communities. \nSangeeta Raj\, consulting dietician with hospitals like Apollo and Deepak Memorial\, conducted the workshop at Smile Foundation’s office in Delhi. A pre-assessment session was followed by a rigorous interactive activity on eating patterns of adolescent girls\, pregnant and lactating women. A few easy-to-make recipes for a healthy and balanced meal were also shared during the session.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/workshop-on-nutrition-and-healthy-eating-for-shvs-and-ches/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131113
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T144525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T144525Z
UID:57855-1384214400-1384300799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Nutrition and Healthy Eating for SHVs and CHEs
DESCRIPTION:A day long workshop was conducted on nutrition and healthy eating for adolescent girls and pregnant women\, on November 12. \nThe workshop was attended by 30 Swabhiman Health Volunteers (SHVs) and 4 Community Health Educators (CHEs). Identified from within the community\, these volunteers form an important link in promoting and sustaining health-seeking behaviour in the communities. \nSangeeta Raj\, consulting dietician with hospitals like Apollo and Deepak Memorial\, conducted the workshop at Smile Foundation’s office in Delhi. A pre-assessment session was followed by a rigorous interactive activity on eating patterns of adolescent girls\, pregnant and lactating women. A few easy-to-make recipes for a healthy and balanced meal were also shared during the session.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/workshop-on-nutrition-and-healthy-eating-for-shvs-and-ches-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131115
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T124219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T124219Z
UID:44781-1384387200-1384473599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile kids celebrate Children's Day with Ajay Devgn\, Neelesh Misra and Chhota Bheem
DESCRIPTION:Children from Mission Education centres across India had a gala time on Children’s Day and celebrated the day in its true spirit with a mélange of colourful and fun activities. \nIn Mumbai\, the kids were invited to be part of a television show ‘Celeb with a Cause’\, on premiere entertainment channel Zoom. On the show they met renowned Bollywood actor\, Ajay Devgn and interacted with him about their dreams and aspirations. Ajay motivated the children to continue with their education while also cherishing their dreams. \nChildren from the Goregaon Mission Education centre were treated to an enriching storytelling session\, conducted by Neelesh Misra\, popular for his show ‘Yaadon Ka Idiotbox’\, on 92.7 Big FM. \nChildren from another centre in Mumbai visited OYE FM’s radio station to meet their favourite animated character\, Chhota Bheem. They also recorded some interesting bits of conversation with Chhota Bheem\, which were broadcasted on the radio channel.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-kids-celebrate-childrens-day-with-ajay-devgn-neelesh-misra-and-chhota-bheem/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131119
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T124109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T124109Z
UID:44778-1384732800-1384819199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:27 Swabhiman volunteers trained on Reproductive and Menstrual Health
DESCRIPTION:A training session was organized for Swabhiman Health Volunteers (SHVs) and Community Health Educators (CHEs)\, on STI/RTI\, HIV AIDS and menstrual hygiene and its relevance for adolescent girls and women in October. \nShabista Khan\, from Parivar Sewa Sansthan\, conducted the workshop\, which was attended by 27 SHVs and CHEs. During the workshop\, Shabista discussed about puberty with the SHVs informing them about the physical changes that take place in an adolescent girl’s body. At the end\, the SHVs did role plays in groups to demonstrate their understanding on the topic. \nAn animated movie was shown to introduce STI/RTI to the volunteers\, which was followed by another round of role plays. The training turned out to be extremely informative and beneficial for the volunteers\, who had earlier hesitated to talk about these issues\, but are now confident enough to be the spokespersons for these issues in their community.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/27-swabhiman-volunteers-trained-on-reproductive-and-menstrual-health/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131119
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T144309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T144309Z
UID:57849-1384732800-1384819199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:27 Swabhiman volunteers trained on Reproductive and Menstrual Health
DESCRIPTION:A training session was organized for Swabhiman Health Volunteers (SHVs) and Community Health Educators (CHEs)\, on STI/RTI\, HIV AIDS and menstrual hygiene and its relevance for adolescent girls and women in October. \nShabista Khan\, from Parivar Sewa Sansthan\, conducted the workshop\, which was attended by 27 SHVs and CHEs. During the workshop\, Shabista discussed about puberty with the SHVs informing them about the physical changes that take place in an adolescent girl’s body. At the end\, the SHVs did role plays in groups to demonstrate their understanding on the topic. \nAn animated movie was shown to introduce STI/RTI to the volunteers\, which was followed by another round of role plays. The training turned out to be extremely informative and beneficial for the volunteers\, who had earlier hesitated to talk about these issues\, but are now confident enough to be the spokespersons for these issues in their community.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/27-swabhiman-volunteers-trained-on-reproductive-and-menstrual-health-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131125
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123957Z
UID:44774-1385251200-1385337599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:'Leader in Social venture Philanthropy in Child Education'
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation has been conferred with the “EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARDS – 2013” by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industries (ASSOCHAM) & The Education Post. The award also felicitated Smile Foundation with certificate of ‘Leader in Social venture Philanthropy in Child Education.’ \nThe award aims to promote university / institute and individuals performing their best in education sector. \nHundreds of Universities\, Engineering Colleges\, Management Colleges\, Medical Colleges\, Certified Training Centres\, Academicians\, NGOs working on education\, and Corporate working on education through CSR etc. had submitted entries for the award. \nThe recipients under other categories included IMI\, New Delhi (Best Management Institute in Corporate Relation); Institute of Management IRMA University\, Ahmedabad (Leader in Family Business and Entrepreneurship); FORE School of Management\, New Delhi (Best Management Institute for Impact Potential); and NTPC Ltd. (Best PSU Promoting Technical Education)\, among others.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/leader-in-social-venture-philanthropy-in-child-education/
LOCATION:Ahmedabad
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131128
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20131127T162856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T055933Z
UID:67204-1385510400-1385596799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Students from J.H. Tarapore School help bridge the gap
DESCRIPTION:Students from J. H. Tarapore School are on a mission to help their new found friends reinvent childhood and create interest in studies. Their friends are 30 homeless children between 6 and 16 years who have till recently been wandering around Tatanagar railway platforms. \nNow inducted at Mission Education centre at Sakchi\, Jharkhand\, run in association with YMCA Jamshedpur\, most of the children are either orphans\, abandoned or runaways from Jharkhand\, Bihar\, Odisha and West Bengal. \nWith good habits\, study\, care and inviting privileged citizens as ‘foster parents\,’ the children have started dreaming about making an identity for themselves. Children from leading schools of the steel city pay a visit some time or take them out\, which is making them grow more compassionate and wanted.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/students-from-j-h-tarapore-school-help-bridge-the-gap/
LOCATION:Jharkhand
CATEGORIES:CFC Happenings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131129
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123826Z
UID:44771-1385596800-1385683199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Interactive workshop on Immunization and Vaccination in Delhi
DESCRIPTION:An interactive workshop cum awareness session on Immunization and Vaccination was conducted in Mochi Colony\, Sundernagari\, one of the largest resettlement colonies in Northeast Delhi. Street plays were conducted in order to create awareness related to the importance of vaccination and the preventive measures that should be taken for different diseases like polio\, TB\, measles\, yellow fever etc. The beneficiaries were distributed hand bills regarding information of vaccination according to age. \nMore than 150 people from the community benefitted from the workshop and 15 infants were given vaccination.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/interactive-workshop-on-immunization-and-vaccination-in-delhi/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131201
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123724Z
UID:44768-1385596800-1385855999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Training programme for STeP trainers
DESCRIPTION:A three-day ‘Training of Trainers’ programme was conducted in New Delhi under Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP). Titled ‘English & Information Technology\,’ it was focused on augmenting teaching and training skills on both the above mentioned subjects. \nThree resource persons each for English and IT conducted the programme wherein 19 English trainers and 17 IT trainers from select STeP centres across India participated. \nThe training programme was organized with support from Wilde Ganzen.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/training-programme-for-step-trainers/
LOCATION:Chennai and Hyderabad
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131202
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123601Z
UID:44765-1385856000-1385942399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile with Hyatt – Making a Difference with Art
DESCRIPTION:Hyatt is celebrating the completion of 30 years in India along with Smile Foundation\, with a series of art shows in an endeavour to help raise funds for the education of underprivileged children. Titled ‘Smile with Hyatt\,’ it will be hosting a series of exhibitions and sale of affordable artworks by 30 of India’s leading contemporary artists. \nThe first Smile with Hyatt event was organised in Mumbai in December\, which has helped bring 167 children into Mission Education programme and nurture them for a brighter future. \nSmile with Hyatt in Mumbai included works by leading Indian artists such as Anjolie Ela Menon\, Jatin Das\, Seema Kohli\, and JMS Mani among others. \nHyatt is also directly supporting the education of 300 underprivileged children at Mission Education centres in the Western\, Northern and Southern regions of India.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-with-hyatt-making-a-difference-with-art/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131206
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221112T064717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221112T064717Z
UID:60496-1386201600-1386287999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile on Wheels completes two years
DESCRIPTION:The Smile on Wheels mobile hospital project\, in collaboration with St. Stephen’s Hospital in Delhi\, completed 2.5 years of operationson 5th December 2013. It has now extended its services to cover auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers in outer Delhi and NCR. Usually each of the stay away from regular healthcare or even awareness owing to the nature of their work. \nThe mobile hospital visits designated CNG gas stations such as Jail Road\, Vaishali (Ghaziabad) etc. that are frequented by such drivers. \nThis year\, this Smile on Wheels has included govt. school children in North and East Delhi by collaborating with Delhi Govt.’s Chacha Nehru Sehat Yojana (Chacha Nehru Health Scheme).
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-on-wheels-completes-two-years/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Health and awareness activities for underprivileged children & families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131212
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123416Z
UID:44762-1386720000-1386806399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Health Clinic for underprivileged women in Delhi
DESCRIPTION:A Mobile Health Clinic has been introduced under Swabhiman programme in Delhi. The initiative\, supported by Wild Ganzen\, will cater particularly to women and young girls\, from three of the programme’s intervention communities – Shri Ram J. J. Camp\, New Ashoknagar and Chhattarpur Pahari. \nWomen ensure wellbeing of not only the present generation but also the coming generation. But unfortunately when it comes to healthcare\, they come at the bottom of the pyramid. Poverty\, coupled with lack of education and awareness about health issues make their situation only worse. \nSwabhiman has been conducting interactive workshops on health issues with women to inculcate a health seeking behaviour\, and now with the health clinic\, their health needs are being directly met\, at their doorsteps. \nThe health clinic is expected to cover a population of 100\,000. It will provide not only preventive and curative\, but also referral and counseling services to the beneficiaries.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/mobile-health-clinic-for-underprivileged-women-in-delhi/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/health-clinic-for-women-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131212
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T144104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T144104Z
UID:57844-1386720000-1386806399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Health Clinic for underprivileged women in Delhi
DESCRIPTION:A Mobile Health Clinic has been introduced under Swabhiman programme in Delhi. The initiative\, supported by Wild Ganzen\, will cater particularly to women and young girls\, from three of the programme’s intervention communities – Shri Ram J. J. Camp\, New Ashoknagar and Chhattarpur Pahari. \nWomen ensure wellbeing of not only the present generation but also the coming generation. But unfortunately when it comes to healthcare\, they come at the bottom of the pyramid. Poverty\, coupled with lack of education and awareness about health issues make their situation only worse. \nSwabhiman has been conducting interactive workshops on health issues with women to inculcate a health seeking behaviour\, and now with the health clinic\, their health needs are being directly met\, at their doorsteps. \nThe health clinic is expected to cover a population of 100\,000. It will provide not only preventive and curative\, but also referral and counseling services to the beneficiaries.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/mobile-health-clinic-for-underprivileged-women-in-delhi-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/health-clinic-for-women-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131213
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123326Z
UID:44759-1386720000-1386892799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Grassroots Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation conducted a two-day free residential capacity building programme ‘Empowering Grassroots’ for community based grassroots organizations in Mumbai\, from December 11-12. \n25 select organizations participated in the programme which was focused on building the capacities of grassroots NGOs\, keeping in mind the CSR mandate under the Companies Acts 2013 and the giving opportunity having emerged with the growing middle class of India. \nLocal fundraising for project management\, communication and sustainability\, good governance for organizational development and strengthening\, building organisational competencies through 5-C model were among major sessions conducted by various subject experts\, trainers and guest faculty. \nIn the last two years\, Smile Foundation has built capacities of 500 grassroots organisations across India\, under the Empowering Grassroots programme.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/empowering-grassroots-mumbai/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131216
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123231Z
UID:44756-1387065600-1387151999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile Foundation runs at Airtel Delhi Half Marathon 2013
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation participated for the fourth time in the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon as a “Change Runner” to raise resources for the education of underprivileged children. \nBlackrock India\, Amtek Auto Ltd. and Yum! Restaurants India joined Smile Foundation in championing the cause of Child Education. Their association will also ensure quality education for 130 underprivileged children\, through Smile Foundation’s Mission Education programme. \nThe over fifty member strong Smile team including employees from Blackrock and Amtek ran for 6kms. as part of the Great Delhi Run\, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium\, New Delhi.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-foundation-runs-at-airtel-delhi-half-marathon-2013/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131218
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T123129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T123129Z
UID:44752-1387238400-1387324799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Crompton Greaves supports health initiatives in South India
DESCRIPTION:Crompton Greaves Limited partnered with Smile Foundation to implement a series of health initiatives in Chennai and Hyderabad. An AIDS Awareness Campaign was conducted on World AIDS Day\, in both the cities aimed at youth and adults\, which saw enthusiastic participation and debate. \nA Diabetes Health Camp was organized for the underprivileged\, in association with a Mission Education centre in Hyderabad. Children from the centre\, their parents and others from the community availed of the services at the health camp. \nCrompton Greaves will also be extending support for libraries at two Mission Education centres in South India\, under the partnership.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/crompton-greaves-supports-health-initiatives-in-south-india/
LOCATION:Chennai and Hyderabad
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131221
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T121104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T121104Z
UID:44734-1387238400-1387583999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile Foundation at WIN India 2013
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation was associated with WIN India 2013 – an international trade fair for industry enthusiasts. World of Industry India 2013 demonstrated a complete range of products and services – from Hydraulics and Pneumatics to pumps and valves\, automation components to factory automation systems\, and materials handling equipments to logistics infrastructure systems. \nOver 500 exhibitors from 27 countries around the world showcased more than 5000 high-end products at the fair. A line-up of interesting seminars and conferences on a variety of subjects ensured that WIN India 2013 was also a good learning opportunity for the participants and visitors.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-foundation-at-win-india-2013/
LOCATION:Gurugram
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131220
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T122926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T122926Z
UID:44748-1387411200-1387497599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:STeP students in Mumbai get exposure visit at Amway
DESCRIPTION:Students from Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at SHED in Mahakalai\, Mumbai went on an exposure visit to Amway’s Andheri office in December. The students got a practical orientation on payment counter\, product storage\, training centre\, treatment centre and other facilities. \nMs. Anju from Amway India (HR) oriented the students about the facilities and functions. Mr. Arjeet Som\, Associate Manager\, Business Development\, Amway took a training session on ‘business skills’\, followed by a presentation. \nVery soon\, after completion of their six month STeP course\, the youth will seek employment in retail\, hospitality and service sector organisations. Industry exposure visits are part of the STeP curriculum which helps them become market ready.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/step-students-in-mumbai-get-exposure-visit-at-amway/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131220
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T182608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T182608Z
UID:58303-1387411200-1387497599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Exposure Visit at Amway
DESCRIPTION:On 19th Dec2013 Students from Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at SHED in Mahakalai\, Mumbai went on an exposure visit to Amway’s Andheri office in December. The students got a practical orientation on payment counter\, product storage\, training centre\, treatment centre and other facilities.Ms. Anju from Amway India (HR) oriented the students about the facilities and functions. Mr. Arjeet Som\, Associate Manager\, Business Development\, Amway took a training session on ‘business skills’\, followed by a presentation. \nVery soon\, after completion of their six month STeP course\, the youth will seek employment in retail\, hospitality and service sector organisations. Industry exposure visits are part of the STeP curriculum which helps them become market ready.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/exposure-visit-at-amway/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131221
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T121217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T121217Z
UID:44737-1387497600-1387583999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Ankur and Sangeeta "Climb for Smile"
DESCRIPTION:Supporting a noble cause in a unique way\, Gurgaon based couple Ankur and Sangeeta Bahl flagged off their ‘Climb for Smile’ mountaineering initiative in support of Smile Foundation on December 20. The couple plan to climb the seven summits to raise awareness among the privileged society towards the cause of child education. \nThe summit was flagged off at Smile Foundation’s Mission Education centre in Gurgaon\, where Ankur and Sangeeta not only interacted with the kids\, but also shared mountaineering tips with them and showed them a movie on the same. Speaking about this initiative\, the couple said\, “Age has no barriers; you can achieve the impossible. Getting associated with a noble cause along with your passion takes it to a different level. We are glad to be associated with Smile Foundation.” \nAdding to this Mr. Vikram Singh Verma\, COO\, Smile Foundation\, said\, “Smile Foundation always believes that real change can only happen when civil society actively participates in it. I would like to thank and appreciate this gesture of Ankur and Sangeeta for understanding a cause and sensitizing more affluent people towards it. On behalf of Smile Foundation\, I would like to wish them all the best for their summit.”
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/ankur-and-sangeeta-climb-for-smile/
LOCATION:Gurugram
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131224
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T120945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T120945Z
UID:44731-1387756800-1387843199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Air France-KLM employees become Santa for Smile kids
DESCRIPTION:For children from Mission Education centre in Dhaula Kuan\, New Delhi\, Christmas was ushered in a couple of days earlier\, by Air France KLM. Employees from Air France-LM donned the Santa cap and celebrated Christmas with the kids\, in the true festive spirit\, spreading smiles and cheer. \nThe children at the centre had written their wishes on cards which were put up at the Christmas tree at Air France- KLM’s office. Each employee picked up a wish and made them come true for the kids. Not a single wish remained unfulfilled. \nOn 23rd December\, the employees visited the center and personally gave the gifts to the children. They interacted with the kids\, danced\, sang and had a lot of fun. The children’s joy knew no bounds as all their wishes got fulfilled.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/air-france-klm-employees-become-santa-for-smile-kids/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131224
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221109T182439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T182439Z
UID:58300-1387756800-1387843199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Employer Engagement Programme
DESCRIPTION:On 23rd December 2013\, Mr. Karan\, a Sales Manager from ICICI Bank visited the STeP Center SHED at Mahakali and took trial interviews of the students. The questions he asked were similar to the ones that are asked in the interviews. He also explained to the students how they should answer the question and how their body language should be while answering. He also gave important tips which will help the students to excel in their interviews and their professional life. He also explained the job profile in ICICI Bank and how their training will help them to gain skills and knowledge. \nAfter the programme\, the students had gained insights about how a sales executive works and how they should work on their weaknesses as well as their strengths to crack the interviews. Overall\, it was a very successful initiative by both Mr.Karan and the Smile Foundation.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/employer-engagement-programme-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131224
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221112T064426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221112T064426Z
UID:60493-1387756800-1387843199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Interactive workshop cum awareness programme on Immunization and Vaccination at Mochi Colony
DESCRIPTION:An interactive workshop cum awareness programme on Immunization and Vaccination was held at Mochi Colony\, Sunder Nagri\, Delhi to create awareness that health seeking behaviour is equally important with taking healthcare to the doorsteps so that people avail of the health services properly. Street plays on the importance of vaccination and the preventive measures that should be taken to prevent diseases like polio\, TB etc were performed. Young mothers participated in the interactive workshops and eligible infants received vaccination during the programme.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/interactive-workshop-cum-awareness-programme-on-immunization-and-vaccination-at-mochi-colony/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Health and awareness activities for underprivileged children & families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131225
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T120846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T120846Z
UID:44728-1387843200-1387929599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Blackrock Smiles this Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Blackrock employees celebrated Christmas and New Year with Smile kids on December 24. More than 15 employees from the organization visited a Mission Education centre in Delhi to participate in the festivities. \nChildren from the centre as well as Blackrock employees made greeting cards on Christmas and New Year themes and exchanged them at the end of the interactive session. Guitar playing\, Christmas carols and Bollywood numbers\, presented by the kids\, added fun to the celebration as Blackrock employees danced on various songs.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/blackrock-smiles-this-christmas/
LOCATION:Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131226
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T120738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T120738Z
UID:44725-1387929600-1388015999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Lauren dons Santa cap for Smile kids
DESCRIPTION:International celebrity dancer\, Bollywood actor and first runner up of dance show Jhalak Dikhla Ja\, Lauren Gottlieb\, joined Smile Foundation’s children in Mumbai by becoming their “Special Santa”. \nDelighted to be amongst the kids\, Lauren expressed\, “It is my first Christmas away from my family. I am missing my home and people very much so this is best way to celebrate Christmas\, amongst these children. With their innocence\, warmth and smile I am feel like I am a part of their family. It feels great to be associated with Smile Foundation and be a reason for these kids to Smile.” \nSmiling in her red Santa cap\, Lauren did a cake cutting with the kids and also distributed Christmas gifts to them. She also tapped feet with the kids on a track from her movie.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/lauren-dons-santa-cap-for-smile-kids/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131226
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20221111T124320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T124320Z
UID:60111-1387929600-1388015999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Lauren dons Santa cap for Smile kids
DESCRIPTION:International celebrity dancer\, Bollywood actor and first runner up of dance show Jhalak Dikhla Ja\, Lauren Gottlieb\, joined Smile Foundation’s children in Mumbai by becoming their “Special Santa”. \nDelighted to be amongst the kids\, Lauren expressed\, “It is my first Christmas away from my family. I am missing my home and people very much so this is best way to celebrate Christmas\, amongst these children. With their innocence\, warmth and smile I am feel like I am a part of their family. It feels great to be associated with Smile Foundation and be a reason for these kids to Smile.” \nSmiling in her red Santa cap\, Lauren did a cake cutting with the kids and also distributed Christmas gifts to them. She also tapped feet with the kids on a track from her movie.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/lauren-dons-santa-cap-for-smile-kids-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Educational activities & happenings for underprivileged children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131231
DTSTAMP:20260525T214106
CREATED:20220929T120401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T120401Z
UID:44722-1388361600-1388447999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Karthik Jayaram’s pledges support for Smile kids
DESCRIPTION:South star Karthik Jayaram welcomed the New Year with Smile kids at his film’s sets in Bangalore\, where he had planned many a surprises for them. \nDelighted to be amongst Smile Foundation children\, Karthik Jayaram said\, “We all celebrate New Year big time by partying. This year though I wanted to do something different. Spending some time with these kids and celebrating New Year with them seemed like a perfect way to welcome the New Year with new spirit. I strongly believe that children are the next change makers and education is the most effective tool to prepare them. With their innocence\, warmth and smile I feel like being a part of their family. It feels great to be associated with Smile Foundation; to be a reason for these kids to smile.” \nInteracting with the children\, Karthik cut a cake and also distributed surprise gifts to them. He also gave Smile Foundation children a tour on the sets of his film. The celebrations were joined by actress Neha Saxena\, director Nagendra Urs & film producer Rajanna. Kartik also gifted the children with a token amount which would be utilized under the Mission Education programme. \nMr. Vikram Singh Verma\, Chief Operating Officer\, Smile Foundation said\, “This festive season is all about wishes\, gifts and hopes for a new tomorrow\, especially for children. It is a wonderful gesture on the part of Karthik Jayaram to make our children feel special. We appreciate his gesture and participation.”
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/karthik-jayarams-pledges-support-for-smile-kids/
LOCATION:Bangalore
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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