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SUMMARY:Schools extends support to Smile Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Mr. G.G. Chitnis\, chairman\, Balika Adarsh Vidyalaya\, Belgaum giving away prizes to students. \nMrs. Nirmal Tambe\, principal\, Army School\, Pune receiving certificate of appreciation from Smile Foundation \nMr. Ganjoo\, Principal\, KV\, AFS\, Lohegaon\, Pune receiving certificate of appreciation from Smile Foundation.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/schools-extends-support-to-smile-foundation/
LOCATION:Pune
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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SUMMARY:Employee Engagement Day with Barclays Bank Employees
DESCRIPTION:It was indeed a pleasing day for Smile Foundation and trainees of Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP). The occasion was the second employee engagement day with the Barclays Bank team organised under the STeP. \nThe vigour and dynamism of Barclay’s employees is significant. They are able to immediately connect with the youths of STeP programme and able to comprehend their queries into meanings. Our students are right away filled up with a drive to move ahead with bright dreams in their eyes. That’s the power of motivation which Barclay’s team possesses\, very important to be successful today. \nThough\, the event today started on a slower note due to some unavoidable problems but it was the co-operation and courage of Barclay’s team that made us move with determination and make the day successful for our students. \nThanks to Awanish of Barclays’ for all his hard work and Bhupesh\, Barclays’ for giving useful tips to students on how to move ahead in their lives while making better and informed choices. \nWe cherish the beautiful relationship that we have been able to develop with the Barclays team in such a short period of team.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/employee-engagement-day-with-barclays-bank-employees/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091106
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SUMMARY:Make a Difference Day with Barclays
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation and the employees of Barclays Bank got together to celebrate ‘Make a Difference Day’ with residents of Nut Colony\, an urban slum in Chattarpur on November 6\, 2009. ‘Make a Difference Day’ is an annual event of Barclays in which the bank’s employees voluntarily participate in large numbers to support social issues. \nRepresentatives of Smile Foundation with 30 employees of Barclays Bank went to Nut colony\, a resettlement colony and spent the entire day conducting different awareness activities for the underprivileged people there. \nWith the guidance of Smile Foundation\, the Barclays’ employees were engaged in many playful activities like Ice Breaking\, Fun Quiz\, Extempore\, Dance Competition\, Painting Competition and Dream Sharing\, etc and were greatly successful in bridging the gap with the community people of Nut Colony. \n“A smile on the faces of the children made our day. It was a delight to be associated with such soul refreshing workshop. Every child is special and Smile Foundation is working hard to ignite that spark in these children\, trying to give them a better future. This is just the beginning. We are looking forward to many such opportunities in days to come\,” says National Manager\, Collections Legal\, Barclays Bank. \nThe colony people were sensitised about Sexually Transmitted diseases and especially HIV/AIDS. It was following the surveys conduced by Smile Foundation through Swabhimaan\, a programme on women’s health and empowerment. The study report stated that flesh trade is common among the community women here and hence the risk of sexually transmitted disease is more in the community. \nA health awareness and sensitisation camp for all age groups was also conducted with the help of Smile on Wheels\, a mobile hospital programme of Smile Foundation. Barclays’ employees enthusiastically volunteered in it. The health camp offered services like treatment for eyes\, general OPD service\, pathology etc. Free medicines were distributed to around 210 patients and spectacles were provided to all those having vision problems. \nYoung girls were provided Career Counselling and Personality Development classes. Similarly\, for children of age group (0-5 years)\, many fun activities were conducted. \nAbout 300 people benefited from the programme. The community people participated enthusiastically in all the programmes and were greatly benefitted by the information exchange and health services provided during the day. It may be mentioned that Barclays Bank is committed towards social issues and Make a Difference Day is an employee engagement programme organised with underprivileged children. It creates a positive impact involving all kinds of people from the community. \n“It was really a touching experience for each of us to be a part of this programme. I participated in MADD for the first time. All of us share a moral responsibility towards the society. Smile Foundation is doing a great job. Wishing Smile Foundation success in all endeavours\,” says a Barclays representative.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/make-a-difference-day-with-barclays/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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SUMMARY:Walking hand-in-hand for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a series of walkathon under its national level campaign ‘Be the Change’ sensitising people about the less fortunate children \nThousands of children from many privileged and underprivileged schools of Bangalore participated in a ‘Walkathon’ organised by Smile Foundation on November 12\, 2009 under its national level campaign ‘Be The Change’. The children walked hand-in-hand urging people to take a positive step towards changing the lives of less privileged children for the better. \nThe Walkathon was part of a series of Walkathon being organised by Smile Foundation across the country under the campaign ‘Be the Change’ from November 7 to November 13\, 2009. \nChildren from reputed schools walked together with underprivileged children from different Smile Foundation centres sensitising people to take a step forward on issues related to health and education of underprivileged children. \nThe Walkathon aimed at sensitising people about the widening gap between haves’ and have-nots’. The Walkathon brought together both privileged and underprivileged children under one platform\, sensitising the privileged masses about the plight of underprivileged people and inviting them to join hands with Smile Foundation to ‘Be the Change’ to Bring a Change in the lives of underprivileged children. \nSpeaking about the Walkathon\, Naresh Chaudhury\, Chief Operating Officer\, Smile Foundation said\, “If we can bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged\, we can address all kinds of issues. The Walkathon is an attempt under our nation wide campaign ‘Be the Change’\, to sensitise children from both the classes. If the children get convinced at this age\, it will influence what they choose later in their life.” \nThe week-long ‘Walkathon’ was organised in 9 cities of India namely New Delhi\, Kolkata\, Bangalore\, Goa\, Chennai\, Hyderabad\, Chandigarh\, Vadodara and Nagpur. \nDetails of Walkathon GOA – 07.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 7 started at 10.00 a.m. from Azad Maidan\, Panaji and culminated at the same venue. It was flagged off by Mr. K.D. Singh\, Inspector General of Police\, Goa. Smile Foundation honoured 7 children from different schools of Goa for bringing laurels to the state in different fields. More than 600 children participated in it. \nHYDERABAD – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 8.30 a.m. from near Lumbini Park and culminated at Indira Priyadarshini Marg at 10.00 a.m.\, which was followed by a cultural programme at Indira Priyadarshini auditorium which ended at 12.30 p.m. Ms. Amala Akkineni\, Actress and Mr. Navin Mittal\, Collector and District Magistrate were the special guests on the occasion. More than 700 children participated in it. \nNew Delhi – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 8.30 a.m. from near Delhi Tamil Education Association School\, Lodi Estate and culminated at Delhi Kannada Senior Secondary School. The walkathon was flagged off by chief guest Ms Nafisa Ali\, actress\, former Miss India\, politician. About 150 children participated in the Walkathon. \nVADODARA – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 9.00 a.m. from near Faculty of Fine Arts. The walkathon was flagged off by chief guest Mr. Bharti Vyas\, former Mayor\, Vadodara. Prof. N. N. Parmar of the Faculty of Social Work\, Maharaja Sayaji Rao University was the special guest. More than 350 children from many organisations participated in it. \nNAGPUR – 11.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 11 started at 9.00 AM from near Diksha Bhumi and culminated at the same venue at 11.00 a.m. Ms Aparna Kolhe\, Child Welfare Officer\, Government of Maharashtra was the chief guest who flagged off the Wlakathon. Mr. Umesh Chowbey\, social activist was the special guest on the occasion. More than 300 children participated in the walkathon. \nCHANDIGARH – 12.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 12 started at 10.00 a.m. from near Football Stadium\, Sector 17 and culminated near the Church at Sector 19. Mr Ram Nivas\, Secretary\, Home was the chief guest and Dr. Ignatius\, Bishop of Chandigarh and Shimla Dignities was the special guest. \nBANGALORE – 12.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 12 started at 09.30 a.m. from near Army Public School\, Sector 17 and culminated at the same at 11.30 a.m.. Ms. Ashwini Nachappa\, actress and social worker was the chief guest and Mr. Syed Kirmani was the guest of honour. About 700 children participated in the walkathon. \nKOLKATA – 13.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 13 started at 9.30 a.m. from near Madhusudan Mancha\, Dhakuria and culminated at South City International School. Mr Gautam Mohan Chakrabarti\, Commissioner of Police was the chief guest and Ms Swastika Mukherjee\, Actress and Mr. Sumit Dasgupta\, Editor of The Telegraph Metro was also present on the occasion. About 400 children participated in the walkathon. \nCHENNAI – 13.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 13 started at 9.30 a.m. from near Labour Statue\, Kamarajar Salai and culminated near Gandhi Statue\, Kamarajar Salai. Renowned Actor-Director-Writer Mr. Prathiban was the chief guest. His daughter child artist Keerthana flagged off the walkathon. More than 450 children participated in it. \n\nMore than 800 children from many privileged and underprivileged schools across Goa participated in a ‘Walkathon’ organised by Smile Foundation on November 7\, 2009 under its national level campaign ‘Be The Change’. The children walked hand-in-hand urging people to take a positive step towards changing the lives of less privileged children for the better. \nThe walkathon was flagged off by Mr. K.D. Singh\, Inspector General of Police\, Goa at Azad Maidan\, Panaji. Smile Foundation honoured 7 children from different school of Goa for bringing laurels to the state in different fields. \nThe Walkathon was part of a series of Walkathon being organised by Smile Foundation across the country under the campaign ‘Be the Change’ from November 7 to November 13\, 2009. The Walkathon started at 10.00 AM from Azad Maidan\, Panaji and culminated at the same venue. \nThe Walkathon aimed at sensitising people about the widening gap between haves’ and have-nots’. Children from reputed schools walked together with underprivileged children from different Smile Foundation centres sensitising people to take a step forward on issues related to health and education of underprivileged children. \nThe week-long ‘Walkathon’ is being organised in 9 cities of India namely New Delhi\, Kolkata\, Bangalore\, Goa\, Chennai\, Hyderabad\, Chandigarh\, Vadodara and Nagpur. \nThrough the Walkathon\, Smile Foundation aims at bringing together both privileged and underprivileged children under one platform\, sensitising the privileged masses about the plight of underprivileged people and inviting them to join hands with Smile Foundation to ‘Be the Change’ to Bring a Change in the lives of underprivileged children.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/walking-hand-in-hand-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Delhi\, Chandigarh\, Chennai\, Goa\, Hyderabad\, Kolkata\, Nagpur\, varoda\, Bangalore
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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SUMMARY:Walking hand-in-hand for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a series of walkathon under its national level campaign ‘Be the Change’ sensitising people about the less fortunate children \nThousands of children from many privileged and underprivileged schools of Bangalore participated in a ‘Walkathon’ organised by Smile Foundation on November 12\, 2009 under its national level campaign ‘Be The Change’. The children walked hand-in-hand urging people to take a positive step towards changing the lives of less privileged children for the better. \nThe Walkathon was part of a series of Walkathon being organised by Smile Foundation across the country under the campaign ‘Be the Change’ from November 7 to November 13\, 2009. \nChildren from reputed schools walked together with underprivileged children from different Smile Foundation centres sensitising people to take a step forward on issues related to health and education of underprivileged children. \nThe Walkathon aimed at sensitising people about the widening gap between haves’ and have-nots’. The Walkathon brought together both privileged and underprivileged children under one platform\, sensitising the privileged masses about the plight of underprivileged people and inviting them to join hands with Smile Foundation to ‘Be the Change’ to Bring a Change in the lives of underprivileged children. \nSpeaking about the Walkathon\, Naresh Chaudhury\, Chief Operating Officer\, Smile Foundation said\, “If we can bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged\, we can address all kinds of issues. The Walkathon is an attempt under our nation wide campaign ‘Be the Change’\, to sensitise children from both the classes. If the children get convinced at this age\, it will influence what they choose later in their life.” \nThe week-long ‘Walkathon’ was organised in 9 cities of India namely New Delhi\, Kolkata\, Bangalore\, Goa\, Chennai\, Hyderabad\, Chandigarh\, Vadodara and Nagpur. \nDetails of Walkathon GOA – 07.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 7 started at 10.00 a.m. from Azad Maidan\, Panaji and culminated at the same venue. It was flagged off by Mr. K.D. Singh\, Inspector General of Police\, Goa. Smile Foundation honoured 7 children from different schools of Goa for bringing laurels to the state in different fields. More than 600 children participated in it. \nHYDERABAD – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 8.30 a.m. from near Lumbini Park and culminated at Indira Priyadarshini Marg at 10.00 a.m.\, which was followed by a cultural programme at Indira Priyadarshini auditorium which ended at 12.30 p.m. Ms. Amala Akkineni\, Actress and Mr. Navin Mittal\, Collector and District Magistrate were the special guests on the occasion. More than 700 children participated in it. \nNew Delhi – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 8.30 a.m. from near Delhi Tamil Education Association School\, Lodi Estate and culminated at Delhi Kannada Senior Secondary School. The walkathon was flagged off by chief guest Ms Nafisa Ali\, actress\, former Miss India\, politician. About 150 children participated in the Walkathon. \nVADODARA – 10.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 10 started at 9.00 a.m. from near Faculty of Fine Arts. The walkathon was flagged off by chief guest Mr. Bharti Vyas\, former Mayor\, Vadodara. Prof. N. N. Parmar of the Faculty of Social Work\, Maharaja Sayaji Rao University was the special guest. More than 350 children from many organisations participated in it. \nNAGPUR – 11.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 11 started at 9.00 AM from near Diksha Bhumi and culminated at the same venue at 11.00 a.m. Ms Aparna Kolhe\, Child Welfare Officer\, Government of Maharashtra was the chief guest who flagged off the Wlakathon. Mr. Umesh Chowbey\, social activist was the special guest on the occasion. More than 300 children participated in the walkathon. \nCHANDIGARH – 12.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 12 started at 10.00 a.m. from near Football Stadium\, Sector 17 and culminated near the Church at Sector 19. Mr Ram Nivas\, Secretary\, Home was the chief guest and Dr. Ignatius\, Bishop of Chandigarh and Shimla Dignities was the special guest. \nBANGALORE – 12.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 12 started at 09.30 a.m. from near Army Public School\, Sector 17 and culminated at the same at 11.30 a.m.. Ms. Ashwini Nachappa\, actress and social worker was the chief guest and Mr. Syed Kirmani was the guest of honour. About 700 children participated in the walkathon. \nKOLKATA – 13.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 13 started at 9.30 a.m. from near Madhusudan Mancha\, Dhakuria and culminated at South City International School. Mr Gautam Mohan Chakrabarti\, Commissioner of Police was the chief guest and Ms Swastika Mukherjee\, Actress and Mr. Sumit Dasgupta\, Editor of The Telegraph Metro was also present on the occasion. About 400 children participated in the walkathon. \nCHENNAI – 13.11.2009 \nThe Walkathon organised on November 13 started at 9.30 a.m. from near Labour Statue\, Kamarajar Salai and culminated near Gandhi Statue\, Kamarajar Salai. Renowned Actor-Director-Writer Mr. Prathiban was the chief guest. His daughter child artist Keerthana flagged off the walkathon. More than 450 children participated in it. \n  \nMore than 800 children from many privileged and underprivileged schools across Goa participated in a ‘Walkathon’ organised by Smile Foundation on November 7\, 2009 under its national level campaign ‘Be The Change’. The children walked hand-in-hand urging people to take a positive step towards changing the lives of less privileged children for the better. \nThe walkathon was flagged off by Mr. K.D. Singh\, Inspector General of Police\, Goa at Azad Maidan\, Panaji. Smile Foundation honoured 7 children from different school of Goa for bringing laurels to the state in different fields. \nThe Walkathon was part of a series of Walkathon being organised by Smile Foundation across the country under the campaign ‘Be the Change’ from November 7 to November 13\, 2009. The Walkathon started at 10.00 AM from Azad Maidan\, Panaji and culminated at the same venue. \nThe Walkathon aimed at sensitising people about the widening gap between haves’ and have-nots’. Children from reputed schools walked together with underprivileged children from different Smile Foundation centres sensitising people to take a step forward on issues related to health and education of underprivileged children. \nThe week-long ‘Walkathon’ is being organised in 9 cities of India namely New Delhi\, Kolkata\, Bangalore\, Goa\, Chennai\, Hyderabad\, Chandigarh\, Vadodara and Nagpur. \nThrough the Walkathon\, Smile Foundation aims at bringing together both privileged and underprivileged children under one platform\, sensitising the privileged masses about the plight of underprivileged people and inviting them to join hands with Smile Foundation to ‘Be the Change’ to Bring a Change in the lives of underprivileged children.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/walking-hand-in-hand-for-a-cause-2/
LOCATION:Delhi\, Chandigarh\, Chennai\, Goa\, Hyderabad\, Kolkata\, Nagpur\, varoda\, Bangalore
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
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SUMMARY:Spreading a few Smiles on Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:Smile children in Meow Radio \nSmile Foundation children from Dreamz Home were on Meow Radio as a part of Children’s Day celebration at Fun Republic Mall/ Theatre\, Andheri on November 14\, 2009. The kids were welcomed by Radio Jockeys Mahek\, Devina and Ajay with a huge round of applause. RJ Mahek briefed people about Smile Foundation and its work. The kids were invited to join others on the dance floor\, which was followed by a drawing competition\, wherein two Smile Foundation children secured II and III position in the competition. \nAfter the drawing competition\, the children had lots of fun in a musical chair competition. Bhagyshree from Smile Foundation managed to be in the game till the second last round. Saaili\, the youngest among Smile children\, stunned the audience by her marvelous performance on the ramp. Like a professional child model\, Saaili confidently walked the ramp. The event ended with prizes given away to the winners. \nAs a continuation of Children’s Day celebrations\, a special episode/ talk time was gifted by Meow Radio for Smile children\, wherein 8 children got the opportunity to be live on air with RJ Mahek for 30 minutes. RJ Mahek invited the kids to the studio. The epsiode began with an introduction about Smile Foundation\, which was followed by self introduction by the children. The kids very enthusiastically spoke about their aspirations in life\, their dream to becoming a police officer\, writer\, actress and even a Radio Jockey. \nCelebrating Children’s Day with a Bang \n“How many of us think about giving back to the society? Hats off to Smile Foundation and Nava Karnataka for their initiative in providing education to underprivileged children\,” said Chintan Mithaiwala\, Assistant Manager\, Occupational and Development Markets\, DTZ International Property Advisers\, during the children’s day celebrations at Nava Karnataka Social Service (NKSS) centre\, one of the Mission Education projects supported by Smile Foundation in Bengaluru. \nMore than 350 tiny tots had a day filled with fun and frolic as 16 employees from the corporate made children feel how special and important they are. The employees and children conducted surfeit of activities on November 14\, 2009 at NKSS. Children actively participated in group dance\, face painting\, fancy dress and drawing competition. The classrooms were skilfully decorated by children and they were showered upon with unfathomable love and affection by the staff from the corporate. \n“It was very touching to have spent a special day with such lovely children and having done our bit to spread smiles around. I was amazed by the talent and enthusiasm that children displayed. For me it was one of the worthwhile moments spent so far for a noble cause\,” said Priya V\, Regional Manager\, Human Resources\, DTZ International Property Advisers. \nA fancy dress competition was organised on the occasion where children dressed up as doctor\, nurse\, teacher\, barbie doll\, Miss India\, Indira Gandhi\, Michael Jackson and their favourite Chacha Nehru. Face painting competition was another attraction for employees. While there were children who painted modern art on the face of other child; it was spider’s house on one face that won the best award. \n“We had never seen such a programme before. It was a fantastic experience. We had a great time with the children\,” said S. Daniel Raj\, Manager\, Nava Karnataka Social Service Trust. \nThe entertaining day ended with all collectively tapping their feet on various dance numbers and relishing the delicacies distributed by the employees. It was an amusing day for all children as they took away lots of gifts including tiffin box\, geometry box\, sketch pens\, colour pencils and other interesting items. The winners of each competition won exclusive gift hampers. \n“Spending time with the kids was not just fun but also very inspiring. While one of the kids said she wants to become a doctor and open a hospital for the poor\, another dreamt of being a police officer. Guna\, one of the many kids I interacted with lost his father at a very young age\, yet he has the courage to battle through all odds. He participated in all the activities including dance\, face painting and making of clay models. I was told that he is also good in academics and quite popular among peers. I wish Guna and all other kids of Smile Foundation\, the very best in life. Hope to be a part of many more such events\,” added Chintan Mithaiwala. \nAbout DTZ \nDTZ is a leading global real estate adviser with over 10\,000 staff operating under the DTZ brand across 148 cities in 43 countries providing solutions for clients around the world. Its client-focused activities range from high quality capital market solutions\, to cutting-edge occupier-led property services and advice. The comprehensive service offering across Europe\, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)\, Asia Pacific and a growing presence in The Americas is based upon detailed local knowledge backed by first-class research. With its full-service expertise spanning all real estate sectors\, DTZ offers a global solution to meet each client’s particular property-related investment and business needs. The parent company\, DTZ Holdings plc\, has been quoted on the London Stock Exchange since 1987. \nNYK representatives spend a Day with Smile children \nSmile Foundation children from SHED Centre\, Mumbai celebrated Children’s Day with NYK employees at Santa Cruz on November 14\, 2009. \nThe D Day dedicated to Children began with small kids singing simple Nursery rhymes like ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ along with NYK employees. One of the Japanese Directors also recited and taught a few Japanese rhymes to the children. \nThe little heroes of the day introduced themselves and shared their dreams and desires. Some of them wanted to become teachers\, pilots\, dancers\, cricketers etc. \nThe children presented a solo and group dance on folk\, Bollywood and western numbers. Everyone including the teachers and officials of SHED and NYK employees along with the other children present were enthralled with the performance of the children. \nMany fun filled activities like painting competition\, diya making etc were organised for the students. The kids surprised all with their creativity and innovation by drawing Smile Foundation’s logo on a Diya. The painting competition was won by a young little disabled girl. A group of kids showed some daring karate stunts like ‘Brick Breaking’ both with and without fire. \nThe event ended with distribution of prizes and gifts from NYK Group and Smile Foundation. \nSmile Children with students from Singapore \nStudents and teachers of JJ school\, Singapore celebrated Universal Children’s Day with Smile Foundation children from Ina Raja Memorial Educational Trust\, Hari Nagar\, New Delhi on November 20\, 2009. The event started with four fun filled games played between the underprvileged and privileged students. Children from both the teams participated enthusiastically. The JJ School students interacted with the children and explained them about issues like Prevention of H1N1 and Dental Hygiene encoraging the use of soap\, towel\, handkerchief etc. \nThe children also organised many colourful cultural programme including folk dance and folk song performances from Punjab\, Rajasthan and Haryana. The Singapore students were enthralled and joined in the dance performances and learnt a few Indian folk dance steps. Gifts were also exchanged amongst the students.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/spreading-a-few-smiles-on-childrens-day/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091114
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SUMMARY:Spreading a few Smiles on Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:Smile children in Meow Radio \nSmile Foundation children from Dreamz Home were on Meow Radio as a part of Children’s Day celebration at Fun Republic Mall/ Theatre\, Andheri on November 14\, 2009. The kids were welcomed by Radio Jockeys Mahek\, Devina and Ajay with a huge round of applause. RJ Mahek briefed people about Smile Foundation and its work. The kids were invited to join others on the dance floor\, which was followed by a drawing competition\, wherein two Smile Foundation children secured II and III position in the competition. \nAfter the drawing competition\, the children had lots of fun in a musical chair competition. Bhagyshree from Smile Foundation managed to be in the game till the second last round. Saaili\, the youngest among Smile children\, stunned the audience by her marvelous performance on the ramp. Like a professional child model\, Saaili confidently walked the ramp. The event ended with prizes given away to the winners. \nAs a continuation of Children’s Day celebrations\, a special episode/ talk time was gifted by Meow Radio for Smile children\, wherein 8 children got the opportunity to be live on air with RJ Mahek for 30 minutes. RJ Mahek invited the kids to the studio. The epsiode began with an introduction about Smile Foundation\, which was followed by self introduction by the children. The kids very enthusiastically spoke about their aspirations in life\, their dream to becoming a police officer\, writer\, actress and even a Radio Jockey. \nCelebrating Children’s Day with a Bang \n“How many of us think about giving back to the society? Hats off to Smile Foundation and Nava Karnataka for their initiative in providing education to underprivileged children\,” said Chintan Mithaiwala\, Assistant Manager\, Occupational and Development Markets\, DTZ International Property Advisers\, during the children’s day celebrations at Nava Karnataka Social Service (NKSS) centre\, one of the Mission Education projects supported by Smile Foundation in Bengaluru. \nMore than 350 tiny tots had a day filled with fun and frolic as 16 employees from the corporate made children feel how special and important they are. The employees and children conducted surfeit of activities on November 14\, 2009 at NKSS. Children actively participated in group dance\, face painting\, fancy dress and drawing competition. The classrooms were skilfully decorated by children and they were showered upon with unfathomable love and affection by the staff from the corporate. \n“It was very touching to have spent a special day with such lovely children and having done our bit to spread smiles around. I was amazed by the talent and enthusiasm that children displayed. For me it was one of the worthwhile moments spent so far for a noble cause\,” said Priya V\, Regional Manager\, Human Resources\, DTZ International Property Advisers. \nA fancy dress competition was organised on the occasion where children dressed up as doctor\, nurse\, teacher\, barbie doll\, Miss India\, Indira Gandhi\, Michael Jackson and their favourite Chacha Nehru. Face painting competition was another attraction for employees. While there were children who painted modern art on the face of other child; it was spider’s house on one face that won the best award. \n“We had never seen such a programme before. It was a fantastic experience. We had a great time with the children\,” said S. Daniel Raj\, Manager\, Nava Karnataka Social Service Trust. \nThe entertaining day ended with all collectively tapping their feet on various dance numbers and relishing the delicacies distributed by the employees. It was an amusing day for all children as they took away lots of gifts including tiffin box\, geometry box\, sketch pens\, colour pencils and other interesting items. The winners of each competition won exclusive gift hampers. \n“Spending time with the kids was not just fun but also very inspiring. While one of the kids said she wants to become a doctor and open a hospital for the poor\, another dreamt of being a police officer. Guna\, one of the many kids I interacted with lost his father at a very young age\, yet he has the courage to battle through all odds. He participated in all the activities including dance\, face painting and making of clay models. I was told that he is also good in academics and quite popular among peers. I wish Guna and all other kids of Smile Foundation\, the very best in life. Hope to be a part of many more such events\,” added Chintan Mithaiwala. \nAbout DTZ \nDTZ is a leading global real estate adviser with over 10\,000 staff operating under the DTZ brand across 148 cities in 43 countries providing solutions for clients around the world. Its client-focused activities range from high quality capital market solutions\, to cutting-edge occupier-led property services and advice. The comprehensive service offering across Europe\, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)\, Asia Pacific and a growing presence in The Americas is based upon detailed local knowledge backed by first-class research. With its full-service expertise spanning all real estate sectors\, DTZ offers a global solution to meet each client’s particular property-related investment and business needs. The parent company\, DTZ Holdings plc\, has been quoted on the London Stock Exchange since 1987. \nNYK representatives spend a Day with Smile children \nSmile Foundation children from SHED Centre\, Mumbai celebrated Children’s Day with NYK employees at Santa Cruz on November 14\, 2009. \nThe D Day dedicated to Children began with small kids singing simple Nursery rhymes like ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ along with NYK employees. One of the Japanese Directors also recited and taught a few Japanese rhymes to the children. \nThe little heroes of the day introduced themselves and shared their dreams and desires. Some of them wanted to become teachers\, pilots\, dancers\, cricketers etc. \nThe children presented a solo and group dance on folk\, Bollywood and western numbers. Everyone including the teachers and officials of SHED and NYK employees along with the other children present were enthralled with the performance of the children. \nMany fun filled activities like painting competition\, diya making etc were organised for the students. The kids surprised all with their creativity and innovation by drawing Smile Foundation’s logo on a Diya. The painting competition was won by a young little disabled girl. A group of kids showed some daring karate stunts like ‘Brick Breaking’ both with and without fire. \nThe event ended with distribution of prizes and gifts from NYK Group and Smile Foundation. \nSmile Children with students from Singapore \nStudents and teachers of JJ school\, Singapore celebrated Universal Children’s Day with Smile Foundation children from Ina Raja Memorial Educational Trust\, Hari Nagar\, New Delhi on November 20\, 2009. The event started with four fun filled games played between the underprvileged and privileged students. Children from both the teams participated enthusiastically. The JJ School students interacted with the children and explained them about issues like Prevention of H1N1 and Dental Hygiene encoraging the use of soap\, towel\, handkerchief etc. \nThe children also organised many colourful cultural programme including folk dance and folk song performances from Punjab\, Rajasthan and Haryana. The Singapore students were enthralled and joined in the dance performances and learnt a few Indian folk dance steps. Gifts were also exchanged amongst the students.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/spreading-a-few-smiles-on-childrens-day-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Educational activities & happenings for underprivileged children
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20091120T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20091120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
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SUMMARY:Prize distribution ceremony at Mahbert High School
DESCRIPTION:A prize distribution function was organised by Smile Foundation at Mahbert High School\, Siliguri\, West Bengal on November 20\, 2009. Ms Tripti Dey\, senior executive\, CFC\, Smile Foundation gave away the prizes to the students. Class teacher Ms Seema Sharma handed over a letter of appreciation to the Foundation. Mahbert High School has been supporting Smile Foundation since the year 2007 to bring a change in the lives of underprivileged children. \n“Over the years\, Smile Foundation has been doing commendable work for the neglected\, needy and underprivileged children by trying to bring back their ‘lost childhood’. Their concern coupled with their untiring efforts have been a boon to many a child. \nIt is this spirit of theirs that I applaud. I am very happy that students my Class (V (A)) has been able to raise funds. If this contribution manages to fulfil even a wee bit of their dreams\, we will feel that our efforts have been rewarded. \nI wish the foundation more success in the future.”\nMs. Seema Shrama\, Teacher\, Mahbert High School\, Siliguri\, West Bengal
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/prize-distribution-ceremony-at-mahbert-high-school/
LOCATION:Siliguri
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091127
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T095629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T095629Z
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SUMMARY:Saluting the martyrs - 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack
DESCRIPTION:Smile children along with Actor Tina Dutta pay tributes to victims of 26/11 terror attack in Mumbai \nOn the first anniversary of 26/11 terrorists attack in Mumbai\, Smile kids remembered the tragedy and lighted candles in memory of the martyrs. They were a part of the special programme organised by COLORS Television behind Infinity Mall\, Andheri in rememberance of the people who lost their life on the particular day a year back. Actor Tina Dutta alias Ichhaa of tele serial Uttaran fame was also a part of the programme. \nIn association with Big 92.7 FM\, COLORS showcased a few pictures of the terror attack\, which was displayed inside a bus. Tina Dutta along with Smile Foundation kids inaugurated the bus and later lighted candles in memory of the Jawans who lost their lives battling with the terrorists. This was follwed by an intercation with the media. Tina Dutta and Smile children togther sang —– ‘Saare Jahan Se Accha Hindustan Hamara’ and ‘Ee Mere Watan Ke Logon’. \nThe event ended with Smile Foundation children wishing Tina Dutta a bright future and showering flowers on the eve of her birthday (November 27). Iccha distributed chocolates among the kids.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/saluting-the-martyrs-26-11-mumbai-terror-attack/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091127
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221111T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T173244Z
UID:60370-1259193600-1259279999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Saluting the martyrs - 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack
DESCRIPTION:Smile children along with Actor Tina Dutta pay tributes to victims of 26/11 terror attack in Mumbai \nOn the first anniversary of 26/11 terrorists attack in Mumbai\, Smile kids remembered the tragedy and lighted candles in memory of the martyrs. They were a part of the special programme organised by COLORS Television behind Infinity Mall\, Andheri in rememberance of the people who lost their life on the particular day a year back. Actor Tina Dutta alias Ichhaa of tele serial Uttaran fame was also a part of the programme. \nIn association with Big 92.7 FM\, COLORS showcased a few pictures of the terror attack\, which was displayed inside a bus. Tina Dutta along with Smile Foundation kids inaugurated the bus and later lighted candles in memory of the Jawans who lost their lives battling with the terrorists. This was follwed by an intercation with the media. Tina Dutta and Smile children togther sang —– ‘Saare Jahan Se Accha Hindustan Hamara’ and ‘Ee Mere Watan Ke Logon’. \nThe event ended with Smile Foundation children wishing Tina Dutta a bright future and showering flowers on the eve of her birthday (November 27). Iccha distributed chocolates among the kids.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/saluting-the-martyrs-26-11-mumbai-terror-attack-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Educational activities & happenings for underprivileged children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091201
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T095408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T095408Z
UID:57011-1259539200-1259625599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Fitness training to underprivileged adolescents
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a career counselling session for young underprivileged girls from 10 urban slums of Delhi. Reebok’s Master Trainer Nisha Verma\, a well known name in the Fitness Industry gave a detailed presentation on ‘how to stay fit’\, and ‘fitness training’ as a career option. \nThe training programme was organised for 22 underprivileged girls covered under the Shinnyo-en scholarship programme. These girls hail from Swabhiman intervention areas of Smile Foundation. The girls aspire to become a dietician\, nutritionist or a fitness trainer. But due to lack of exposure they are unable to achieve their dreams. The programme was organised to give them a platform to understand the details of the job as a ‘fitness trainer’. \nNisha said\, “Shaping up and having a slimmer look is becoming a trend and more and more celebrities are flaunting their abs and muscles. Fitness is an emerging industry. Proper training and dedication is all that is required to avail the opportunity in the sector.” \nShe guided the students on their personal health and nutrition too. “Greasy and over-cooked food should be avoided and for a longer life\, one should have a regular exercising routine\,” she said. \nThe students thoroughly enjoyed the session and raised many queries regarding injuries and physical fitness. The event ended with prizes being given away to the winners of the painting competition ‘Beti Bhi Apni Hai’.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/fitness-training-to-underprivileged-adolescents/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091201
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221109T164646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T164646Z
UID:58078-1259539200-1259625599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Fitness training to underprivileged adolescents
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a career counselling session for young underprivileged girls from 10 urban slums of Delhi. Reebok’s Master Trainer Nisha Verma\, a well known name in the Fitness Industry gave a detailed presentation on ‘how to stay fit’\, and ‘fitness training’ as a career option. \nThe training programme was organised for 22 underprivileged girls covered under the Shinnyo-en scholarship programme. These girls hail from Swabhiman intervention areas of Smile Foundation. The girls aspire to become a dietician\, nutritionist or a fitness trainer. But due to lack of exposure they are unable to achieve their dreams. The programme was organised to give them a platform to understand the details of the job as a ‘fitness trainer’. \nNisha said\, “Shaping up and having a slimmer look is becoming a trend and more and more celebrities are flaunting their abs and muscles. Fitness is an emerging industry. Proper training and dedication is all that is required to avail the opportunity in the sector.” \nShe guided the students on their personal health and nutrition too. “Greasy and over-cooked food should be avoided and for a longer life\, one should have a regular exercising routine\,” she said. \nThe students thoroughly enjoyed the session and raised many queries regarding injuries and physical fitness. The event ended with prizes being given away to the winners of the painting competition ‘Beti Bhi Apni Hai’.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/fitness-training-to-underprivileged-adolescents-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091204
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T095215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T095215Z
UID:57007-1259798400-1259884799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Javed Jaffrey clebrates his Birthday with Smile Kids
DESCRIPTION:Javed Jaffrey clebrates his Birthday with Smile Kids \nBollywood actor Javed Jaffrey who is also the host of the famous reality dance show Boogie Woogie celebrated his 46th birthday with Smile Foundation children. \nJaved Jaffery celebrates birthdayMr. Jaffery blew the candle and cut the cake as the children wished him a very happy birthday. As a b’day gift\, the kids presented a handmade card and bouquet to him. \nThe children introduced themselves and spoke about their aspirations in life. Soon a delicious meal was served for the tiny tots and Mr. Jaffrey and his wife Habiba ensured that the children are comfortable. The kids were excited to have a feast with Mr. Jaffery\, which also had a mouthwatering dessert. \nChildren were very excited to talk to Mr. Jaffrey about his films. The children even recalled a few dialouges from his movies Dhamaal\, Jajantraman Mamamtram\, Singh Is King etc. \nMr & Mrs. Jaffery gave some valuable tips on education and career options to the children. Mr. Jaffery gave away many gifts to the children\, which came as a great surprise for the kids. \nMr Jaffrey invited the kids to participate in the reality show Boogie Woogie.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/javed-jaffrey-clebrates-his-birthday-with-smile-kids/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091204
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221111T173113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T173113Z
UID:60367-1259798400-1259884799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Javed Jaffrey clebrates his Birthday with Smile Kids
DESCRIPTION:Javed Jaffrey clebrates his Birthday with Smile Kids \nBollywood actor Javed Jaffrey who is also the host of the famous reality dance show Boogie Woogie celebrated his 46th birthday with Smile Foundation children. \nJaved Jaffery celebrates birthdayMr. Jaffery blew the candle and cut the cake as the children wished him a very happy birthday. As a b’day gift\, the kids presented a handmade card and bouquet to him. \nThe children introduced themselves and spoke about their aspirations in life. Soon a delicious meal was served for the tiny tots and Mr. Jaffrey and his wife Habiba ensured that the children are comfortable. The kids were excited to have a feast with Mr. Jaffery\, which also had a mouthwatering dessert. \nChildren were very excited to talk to Mr. Jaffrey about his films. The children even recalled a few dialouges from his movies Dhamaal\, Jajantraman Mamamtram\, Singh Is King etc. \nMr & Mrs. Jaffery gave some valuable tips on education and career options to the children. Mr. Jaffery gave away many gifts to the children\, which came as a great surprise for the kids. \nMr Jaffrey invited the kids to participate in the reality show Boogie Woogie.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/javed-jaffrey-clebrates-his-birthday-with-smile-kids-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Educational activities & happenings for underprivileged children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20091203T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20091204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T095023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T095023Z
UID:57004-1259827200-1259946000@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Partner's Meet - Bhubneshwar
DESCRIPTION:Smile foundation organised a ‘Partners’ Meet’ for its NGO partners across East India and parts of North East India on December 3 and 4. The two-day long event was organised at Hotel Kalinga Ashok\, Bhubaneswar\, Orissa and witnessed the participation of representatives from more than 21 grassroots partner organisations of Smile Foundation. \nRepresentatives from many grassroots development organisations like West Bengal\, Chhatisgarh\, Bihar\, Jharkhand\, Orissa\, Assam\, Manipur etc had a fruitful session sharing their problems\, learning from the mistakes of others\, and making an attempt to find solutions to their common problems. \nSpecial sessions on topics like ‘Good governance\, Sustainability\, Leadership and Communication’ were organised. The aim of the workshop was to build the capacities of grassroots organisations and to help them become self-sustainable in due course of time. The meet was organised under the Action for Children (AFC) programme of Smile foundation to strengthen Smile Foundation’s Social Venture Philanthropy (SVP) working model. \nThe first day of the event started with Smile Foundation’s the then Chief Operating Officer Mr Naresh Choudhury speaking on Sustainability and was followed by a session on Good Governance by Ms Priti Kalra. \nThe second day witnessed a day long session on ‘Leadership and Communication’ by communication expert Ms. Pritha Dutta. \nMembers from the partner NGOs suggested Smile Foundation to organise such meets at least once a year. Smile foundation plans to organise a similar meet for its partners in the West very soon.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/partners-meet-bhubneshwar/
LOCATION:Orissa
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091208
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T094847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T094847Z
UID:56999-1260144000-1260230399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile Foundation at Bridal Expo\, New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:Share few smiles with the less fortunate as you enter the wedding lock \nSmile Foundation became a part of the Dulhan Expo (Bridal Expo) organised in New Jersey\, United States of America on December 7\, 2009. New Jersey based volunteer Ms. Nandini Mathur\, along with her cousin Ms. Nandita Bali had put up a stall at the Expo to raise awareness about Smile Foundation and its cause. \nDuring the expo\, they played awareness videos\, distributed Smile Foundation brochures and educated people on how one can bring changes in the lives of underprivileged by small yet significant gestures. Hundreds of people visited the stall and acknowledged Smile Foundation’s work and Nandini’s initiative to help the needy children in India. There were 10 young women who showed interest to allow Smile Foundation to put up a stall at their wedding taking an inspiration from Nandini. She has asked the guests to bring something for the needy children back in India rather than getting her wedding gifts.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-foundation-at-bridal-expo-new-jersey/
LOCATION:U.S.A
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091208
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221109T164440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T164440Z
UID:58071-1260144000-1260230399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Smile Foundation at Bridal Expo\, New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:Share few smiles with the less fortunate as you enter the wedding lock \nSmile Foundation became a part of the Dulhan Expo (Bridal Expo) organised in New Jersey\, United States of America on December 7\, 2009. New Jersey based volunteer Ms. Nandini Mathur\, along with her cousin Ms. Nandita Bali had put up a stall at the Expo to raise awareness about Smile Foundation and its cause. \nDuring the expo\, they played awareness videos\, distributed Smile Foundation brochures and educated people on how one can bring changes in the lives of underprivileged by small yet significant gestures. Hundreds of people visited the stall and acknowledged Smile Foundation’s work and Nandini’s initiative to help the needy children in India. There were 10 young women who showed interest to allow Smile Foundation to put up a stall at their wedding taking an inspiration from Nandini. She has asked the guests to bring something for the needy children back in India rather than getting her wedding gifts.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/smile-foundation-at-bridal-expo-new-jersey-2/
LOCATION:U.S.A
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091212
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221110T055026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T055026Z
UID:58593-1260489600-1260575999@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Barclays Bank Employee Engagement Programme with STeP students'
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation is glad and privileged to conduct the Third Employee Engagement Programme with Barclays Bank. \nThe programme was conducted on 11 Dec.2009 at the Smile Twin e-Learning (STeP) centre in Noida. \nThe day focussed on diverse activities planned in a concrete manner with the objective of helping students learn to speak out confidently and come out their initial shyness which is very common when youngsters face the outside world or when they start working. All the activities combined fun with learning. \nThe programme began with a round of introduction between the beneficiaries and Barclays Bank Employees. Smile representative shared the reason for coming together. \nThe Extempore and Debate Competition was conducted with the goal of enabling students transform their ideas and creativity into words and present them in front of huge audience. The activities were held in groups to ensure participatory action by each candidate. Barclays Bank employees facilitated the groups and helped the students in understanding their topics and formulate them in English. \nThe next round Damsheraz focussed on helping students learn and recollect some daily advertisements they watch on T.V. The goal was to make them more aware on the market scenario and learn some of the big brand names. Barclays Bank employees enacted some of famous acts of T.V. and the students were able to smartly answer the same. \nThe pronunciation competition helped the students learn how to correctly pronounce some difficult words. The Employees from the Bank decided whether the student has correctly pronounced the word or not and helped the students in correcting them. \nThe programme ended with awarding the teams with different prizes. The prizes to be given were declared before the beginning of the programme to infuse encouragement among the beneficiaries and keep up their morale. Titles for Best Presentable Girl and Best Presentable Boy were also given. The employees happily presented the awards and the room filled with cheering sounds from different teams. \nUndoubtedly\, the students walked out refreshed and more confident at the end of the session. The counselling session certainly helped in coming out of their dilemmas related wit their careers. \nWe extend our sincere thanks to Barclays Bank for taking out time from their busy schedules and contribute towards the societal causes. We appreciate their sensitivity towards our cause and being able to out rightly counsel our students and able to show them the right path.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/barclays-bank-employee-engagement-programme-with-step-students/
LOCATION:Noida
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20091225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20091226
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T094528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T094528Z
UID:56992-1261699200-1261785599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Christmas with Veolia
DESCRIPTION:Employees of Veolia Water Solutions celebrated Christmas Day with underprivileged children of Smile Foundation on Christmas Eve at Health & Care Society\, Dhaula Kuan on December 23\, 2009. \nThe event began with an ice breaking activity in which the children of Health & Care Society introduced themselves\, sung rhymes and cracked jokes. The kids danced on the song ‘Jai Ho’ from the Oscar Award winning movie ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ and the employees enthusiastically cheered them up. \nSmile Foundation planned the event with many fun filled activities like dream sharing wherein the kids shared their dreams and desires and participated in a painting competition on the topic ‘save water’. The children made amazing paintings and gifted them to the Veolia employees. \nTo keep the Christmas spirit alive\, the children cut cake. It was followed by a cricket match\, which was a rich experience for both Veolia employees and the children. The Veolia employees distributed tiffin boxes among the children and had a feast together.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/celebrating-christmas-with-veolia/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100102
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T094400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T094400Z
UID:56984-1262304000-1262390399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Personality development workshop for STeP students
DESCRIPTION:A personality development workshop was organised on January 1\, 2010\, at Ank\, a Smile Twin e- Learning Programme (STeP) centre located at Malviya Nagar\, New Delhi. At least 25 students participated in the two hour long workshop on ‘soft skills and personality development’ conducted by Anupam Sharma \, a management student from IIM- Indore. \nAs part of the team building workshop\, the students were divided into five groups and each group was assigned the task of making a building with a set of newspapers provided to them. The purpose was to highlight on the concept of stability and space. \nGroup discussion sessions were conducted on topics ‘need of computer education for the overall development of society’ and ‘need of English education in the present context’. It was followed by an interview session wherein the students were asked to answer a basic set of questions usually asked during interviews. \nThe workshop ended with tips given to the students on ‘how to prepare a good resume’ and ‘how to face an interview confidently’.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/personality-development-workshop-for-step-students/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100102
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221110T054728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T054728Z
UID:58586-1262304000-1262390399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Personality development workshop for STeP students
DESCRIPTION:A personality development workshop was organised on January 1\, 2010\, at Ank\, a Smile Twin e- Learning Programme (STeP) centre located at Malviya Nagar\, New Delhi. At least 25 students participated in the two hour long workshop on ‘soft skills and personality development’ conducted by Anupam Sharma \, a management student from IIM- Indore. \nAs part of the team building workshop\, the students were divided into five groups and each group was assigned the task of making a building with a set of newspapers provided to them. The purpose was to highlight on the concept of stability and space. \nGroup discussion sessions were conducted on topics ‘need of computer education for the overall development of society’ and ‘need of English education in the present context’. It was followed by an interview session wherein the students were asked to answer a basic set of questions usually asked during interviews. \nThe workshop ended with tips given to the students on ‘how to prepare a good resume’ and ‘how to face an interview confidently’.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/personality-development-workshop-for-step-students-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100113
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T094222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T094222Z
UID:56971-1263254400-1263340799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Health camp organised to develop health seeking behavior at Kalighat in Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation in association with Lafarge India Pvt. Ltd organised a general health camp on January 12\, 2010 at Kalighat Railway Sideing area\, Kolkata. The objective of health camp was to generate awareness about the need of regular health checkups in the target communities of Kalighat. \nShri. Neeraj Akhoury\, Senior Vice President Sales\, Lafarge India inaugurated the health camp. He addressed the community members and encouraged them for more active participation in the camp for developing better health seeking behavior. \nAround 200 labourers who work in the Kalighat Railway Station sideing\, their family members and children were the main beneficiaries of the health camp.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/health-camp-organised-to-develop-health-seeking-behavior-at-kalighat-in-kolkata/
LOCATION:Kolkata
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100114
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T094032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T094044Z
UID:56964-1263340800-1263427199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Swabhiman girls perform at Airport Metro Express Line
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a street play performance for construction workers of Airport Metro Express Line project on January 13\, 2010. The play was organised under Swabhiman\, the women and girl child empowerment programme of Smile Foundation. \nThrough the street play\, community educators from Swabhiman intervention areas sensitised 500-600 workers on the safety measures to be taken care by the workers at the construction sites. The street play was performed twice between 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. \nThe play was an effective means to sensitise the workers about the safety measures. The workers\, engineers and safety managers working under Alpine-Hindustan Construction Company joint venture appreciated the efforts by Swabhiman and Smile Foundation in creating awareness about the safety measures among the workers.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/swabhiman-girls-perform-at-airport-metro-express-line/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/swabhiman_airportcelebratio.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100114
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221109T164225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T164225Z
UID:58064-1263340800-1263427199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Swabhiman girls perform at Airport Metro Express Line
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a street play performance for construction workers of Airport Metro Express Line project on January 13\, 2010. The play was organised under Swabhiman\, the women and girl child empowerment programme of Smile Foundation. \nThrough the street play\, community educators from Swabhiman intervention areas sensitised 500-600 workers on the safety measures to be taken care by the workers at the construction sites. The street play was performed twice between 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. \nThe play was an effective means to sensitise the workers about the safety measures. The workers\, engineers and safety managers working under Alpine-Hindustan Construction Company joint venture appreciated the efforts by Swabhiman and Smile Foundation in creating awareness about the safety measures among the workers.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/swabhiman-girls-perform-at-airport-metro-express-line-2/
LOCATION:New Delhi
CATEGORIES:Swabhiman Happenings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/swabhiman_airportcelebratio-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100124
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T093813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T093813Z
UID:56960-1264204800-1264291199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:STeP students visit Crompton Greaves’ factory
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised an exposure visit for the students of Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at Crompton Greaves Factory at Mandideep\, Madhya Pradesh. \nFamily Planning Association of India\, Twin e-Learning centre in Bhopal organised this exposure visit for 17 students from Regional Technical Centre on January 23\, 2010. The students were accompanied by Mr. Syed Javed Ali from FPAI – RTC and Computer Teacher of STeP Bhopal & Ms Anita Sahu\, Computer Teacher of STeP. \nMs. Yasha from the HR Department\, Crompton Greaves welcomed the students on their arrival at the factory. The STeP students were then introduced to Mr. Arvind\, Engineer – Crompton Greaves\, who took students to all the divisions of the factory to explain the processes in detail. \nHe talked about the different Products\, Manufacturing processes\, Human Resource Management\, working of the Machinery and the rules & regulations to be followed inside the factory. He also answered to all the queries students had very patiently. \nThe students were very excited to see the factory of Crompton Greaves. Through such exposure visits\, the young students of STeP get to explore new jobs in different industries at length in detail. \nTowards the end the refreshments were distributed amongst the students and teachers.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/step-students-visit-crompton-greaves-factory/
LOCATION:Bhopal
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Crompton_greaves_bhopal.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100124
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221110T054427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T054427Z
UID:58581-1264204800-1264291199@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:STeP students visit Crompton Greaves` factory
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised an exposure visit for the students of Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at Crompton Greaves Factory at Mandideep\, Madhya Pradesh. \nFamily Planning Association of India\, Twin e-Learning centre in Bhopal organised this exposure visit for 17 students from Regional Technical Centre on January 23\, 2010. The students were accompanied by Mr. Syed Javed Ali from FPAI – RTC and Computer Teacher of STeP Bhopal & Ms Anita Sahu\, Computer Teacher of STeP. \nMs. Yasha from the HR Department\, Crompton Greaves welcomed the students on their arrival at the factory. The STeP students were then introduced to Mr. Arvind\, Engineer – Crompton Greaves\, who took students to all the divisions of the factory to explain the processes in detail. \nHe talked about the different Products\, Manufacturing processes\, Human Resource Management\, working of the Machinery and the rules & regulations to be followed inside the factory. He also answered to all the queries students had very patiently. \nThe students were very excited to see the factory of Crompton Greaves. Through such exposure visits\, the young students of STeP get to explore new jobs in different industries at length in detail. \nTowards the end the refreshments were distributed amongst the students and teachers.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/step-students-visit-crompton-greaves-factory-2/
LOCATION:Bhopal
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/greaves-factory-38.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100125
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T093603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T093603Z
UID:56955-1264291200-1264377599@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Swabhiman girls perform at Airport Express Metro Line
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation participated in Sarang 2010 IIT Madras for spreading awareness towards the plight of the underprivileged children in India. Videos on Girl Child and Child Labour provided by Smile Foundation were showcased during the event in the presence of gathering of around 12000 youth. The videos showed the state of underprivileged children on the streets and how education can improve their conditions and help them in being better citizens of society. \nPopular Playback singer\, music composer Shankar Mahadevan along with his band members Ehsaan and Loy performed at IIT Madras’s event – Sarang 2010. The 2 videos of Smile Foundation were showcased 5 times during the glamourous music concert.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/swabhiman-girls-perform-at-airport-express-metro-line/
LOCATION:Madras
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IIT_Madras.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100206
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T093206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T093206Z
UID:56948-1265328000-1265414399@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Exposure visit of STeP students to Nirulas Ice cream factory
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised an exposure visit for the students of Smile Twin e-Learning programme at Nirulas in Noida on February 5\, 2009. Our Livelihood programme STeP with its Noida centre – AROH (a ray of Hope) Foundation organised the visit at Ice cream factory of Nirula. \n15 students along with their centre’s English instructor Mr. Rahul Kumar Dubey and Project Coordinator Ms. Shilpa Jain were a part of this visit. As a part of the curriculum under Twin e-Learning Programme\, the visit is initiated to provide a better understanding of working environment to the students. \nThe students received a very warm welcome from the staff of Nirulas. The Production Manager – Ms. Neetu guided the students to the Ice Cream Museum\, where the actual Ice-cream production takes place. Maintaining the decorum of the place\, the students very keenly observed and listened to Neetu as she explained the procedure of Ice cream production. \nThrough such visits\, the Young students of STeP can also explore new job opportunities in Hospitality Sector and get to know about the managerial operations in retail sector. \nStudents had fun while learning and gaining knowledge from the exposure visit. In the end there were delicious refreshments provided by Nirulas to the students and teachers.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/exposure-visit-of-step-students-to-nirulas-ice-cream-factory/
LOCATION:Noida
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Expsure_visite_Nirulas.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100207
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221108T093419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T093419Z
UID:56952-1265414400-1265500799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating the success of STeP Alumni
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a grand Alumni meet to celebrate the success of the students of Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at Hotel Parle International in Mumbai on February 6\, 2010. \nChief Guest Roshni Chopra\, popular Television anchor and actress\, lit the ceremonial lamp to kick start the event. There was a large gathering including the Alumni and their parents\, volunteers\, students from current batches and NGO partners. The STeP students had beautifully decorated the venue with Rangoli\, ribbons and balloons all over. The programme started with a welcome speech and a brief introduction about Smile Foundation by STeP students Vijay Basak and Pradnya Pawar\, who anchored the entire show very nicely. Representatives from our corporate partners like Tata-Trent\, Aditya Birla (Minacs)\, Tech Mahindra Foundation and Apollo Pharmacy were felicitated along with the guests from our NGO partners with whom our STeP programme is being implemented like Prayog Foundation\, Jan Sikshan Sansthan (JSS) and SHED. \n“Tech Mahindra is committed to support & work together with Smile Foundation. And we will continue to extend our support in future as well”\, Mr. Vijay Wavare\, Tech Mahindra. \nThe STeP students got an opportunity through Alumni Meet to exhibit their hidden talents. The audience enthralled the dance\, song and mimicry performances by students. The guests presented the mementos to 107 Alumni who were gathered. \n“I am representing West Side and the whole fraternity here. I foresee different possibilities through which Smile Foundation and Tata Trent could explore partnership in future. The students’ enthusiasm has motivated me to take a few of guest lectures also” Mr. Anirban Roy\, Tata – Trent. \nActress Roshni Chopra addressed the audience on the occasion saying “It’s a privilege to be a part of this program. It is wonderful to see that the students are getting such opportunities through Smile Foundation to be independent and make a respectful living”. \n“We are very happy with the quality of candidates trained by Smile Foundation and we would like to get more people trained through Smile Twin e-Learning Programme and take them on board with Apollo” Mr. Amit\, Apollo Pharmacy. \nTowards the end\, Mr. Pabitra Banerjee\, General Manager (Programs) of Smile Foundation thanked the guests and the audience for being a part of the programme and making it successful.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/celebrating-the-success-of-step-alumni/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Workshop & Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Alumni_6feb_mumbai.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100207
DTSTAMP:20260619T170105
CREATED:20221110T054200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T054200Z
UID:58578-1265414400-1265500799@www.smilefoundationindia.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating the success of STeP Alumni
DESCRIPTION:Smile Foundation organised a grand Alumni meet to celebrate the success of the students of Smile Twin e-Learning Programme (STeP) at Hotel Parle International in Mumbai on February 6\, 2010. \nChief Guest Roshni Chopra\, popular Television anchor and actress\, lit the ceremonial lamp to kick start the event. There was a large gathering including the Alumni and their parents\, volunteers\, students from current batches and NGO partners. The STeP students had beautifully decorated the venue with Rangoli\, ribbons and balloons all over. The programme started with a welcome speech and a brief introduction about Smile Foundation by STeP students Vijay Basak and Pradnya Pawar\, who anchored the entire show very nicely. Representatives from our corporate partners like Tata-Trent\, Aditya Birla (Minacs)\, Tech Mahindra Foundation and Apollo Pharmacy were felicitated along with the guests from our NGO partners with whom our STeP programme is being implemented like Prayog Foundation\, Jan Sikshan Sansthan (JSS) and SHED. \n“Tech Mahindra is committed to support & work together with Smile Foundation. And we will continue to extend our support in future as well”\, Mr. Vijay Wavare\, Tech Mahindra. \nThe STeP students got an opportunity through Alumni Meet to exhibit their hidden talents. The audience enthralled the dance\, song and mimicry performances by students. The guests presented the mementos to 107 Alumni who were gathered. \n“I am representing West Side and the whole fraternity here. I foresee different possibilities through which Smile Foundation and Tata Trent could explore partnership in future. The students’ enthusiasm has motivated me to take a few of guest lectures also” Mr. Anirban Roy\, Tata – Trent. \nActress Roshni Chopra addressed the audience on the occasion saying “It’s a privilege to be a part of this program. It is wonderful to see that the students are getting such opportunities through Smile Foundation to be independent and make a respectful living”. \n“We are very happy with the quality of candidates trained by Smile Foundation and we would like to get more people trained through Smile Twin e-Learning Programme and take them on board with Apollo” Mr. Amit\, Apollo Pharmacy. \nTowards the end\, Mr. Pabitra Banerjee\, General Manager (Programs) of Smile Foundation thanked the guests and the audience for being a part of the programme and making it successful.
URL:https://www.smilefoundationindia.org/workshops-events/celebrating-the-success-of-step-alumni-2/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:STeP HAPPENINGS
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