Nidasoshi LEADer Brings Computer Knowledge to Village Children

Yogesh Torase, a LEADer from Hirasugar Institute of Technology, Nidasoshi had faced the problem of not knowing about the computers when he was studying in the school, and it had left him somewhat behind the rest. Determined to create a better future for others, he taught computer basics to the school children in his village, Manjari.  Yogesh made a team, gathered a few computers, and taught 20 children basic computer skills. 

Yogesh is now a proud LEADer that he could able to make his village children learn computers and make them have access to the digital world.

Nidasoshi LEADer Helps Villagers Protect Themselves Against Dangerous Diseses

Diseases such as Typhoid, Malaria, and Dengue are deadly diseases and occur frequently.  But, if people take proper precautions, they can easily protect themselves against these diseases.  As people who live in villages generally aware of how to properly protect themselves, HIT Nidasoshi LEADer Kalayani visited the nearby village of Sankeshwar to teach the village people how to effectively protect themselves against Typhoid, Malaria, and Dengue.  Kalayani and her team of other LEADers first consulted a doctor, Dr. Maldar, to find out more information about the diseases, how they spread, and how to take precautions against them.  Dr. Maldar informed the students that Malaria and Dengue are spread by mosquitoes, which are attracted to stagnant water, while Typhoid is spread by consuming contaminated water and food in dirty surroundings.  The team of LEADers visited more than 20 homes in the village and informed them about the importance of maintaining a clean, hygienic environment to protect themselves against these deadly diseases.  The people listened and considered the students' suggestions seriously and thanked the LEADers for providing them with life-saving information.

Nidasoshi LEADer Provides Books to Orphans

Ajay Abdulpur, a LEADer of HIT Nidasoshi, wanted to help orphans. He and his team visited the "Nandan Makkala Dhama" orphanage in Belgaum brought some books and clothes to give to the children in the orphanage. After playing games with the children, Ajay and his team distributed the books and some sweets to the orphans. Ajay says that the children were so happy, and Ajay also felt happy by seeing the smiles on the children's faces.

Nidasoshi LEADer Brings Computer Knowledge to Orphans

A solid knowledge of computers in essential to survive in today's technology-centered society.  Ajay Abdulpur, a LEADer of HIT Nidasoshi, noticed that orphans do not get exposure to computers or technology.   He organized a team and taught basic computer education to the orphans of the "Nandana Makkala Dhama" orphanage in Belgaum.  Ajay brought a laptop with him to teach the children and to give them hands-on experience. Many of these children had never before seen a computer, and were very curious to learn more about computers.  Ajay was very happy after spending the day with the orphans.  He says that he can see those children becoming engineers in the future.

My Story: Soumyashree Ramannavar

Soumyashree Ramannavar (HIT, Nidasoshi)

 

I joined LEAD because of the blue shirts.  I remember seeing the blue shirts everywhere.  I used to see the blue shirts outside, seeing the real needs of society and solving problems.  I thought to myself, who are these people?

I study at Nidasoshi, but I live in Belgaum, meaning that I have to travel 60 kms to college and back every single day.  I spent a lot of time traveling.   I used to spend a lot of time thinking.   

But I was also a very silent girl.  I rarely used to speak with anyone.  I used to travel to college, attend classes, and then come straight home.  While I had a lot of thoughts, I had trouble seeing the potential of my thinking.  

Joining LEAD allowed me to put my thoughts to work.   In my first project, I conducted career guidance for students in villages.   I felt motivated to do this project because I noticed that many village students were unaware of options for their futures.   They would go to college and get their degrees, but in the end, they would just pursue farming.  I wanted them to know that other choices were out there.  

Because I was not used to speaking with people, my first project on career guidance was challenging.  However it was also very helpful, both for the students and for me.  Not only was I able to help them think differently about their futures, but I developed a different way of thinking and learned how to teach, convince, and connect with people.  

My second project really took me out of my comfort zone.  When people see beggars on the street, they usually just ignore them.  People might think briefly about the beggars, and maybe even feel for them, but the action stops there.  I decided to help them.  I found it really difficult to communicate with them, though, because they lacked knowledge about a lot of basic things.  Speaking with them was also very intimidating, because their lifestyle was completely different than mine, and because I had so many preconceptions about them.  But I faced my discomfort head on, and interacted with them.   I taught them yoga and basic social skills.  Most of the beggars are now off the streets and living for themselves.  One of the beggars in particular showed promise, and I taught him the alphabet and basic literacy skills.  I encouraged him to take a job as a sweeper.  Now he’s earning Rs. 6000 every month and is living for himself.

Working for LEAD as an intern for Yuva Summit was another fantastic opportunity.  My LEAD projects had taught me how to work for society, and then my internship taught me how to work as a professional.  I was responsible for overseeing the creativity and decorations outdoors during Yuva Summit.   Some of my creative ideas have even been implemented in other events.  Personally meeting Ratan Tata, though, has to be one of the greatest memories from Yuva Summit.

LEAD totally changed my thinking and how I live my life.  LEAD is something totally different which provides you with practical and self-learning, as well as enjoyment.  I plan on staying involved with LEAD for a long time.  No matter what I do, or how old I become, LEAD will always be there to support me.  

Project: Computer Education

Shilpa (HIT Nidasoshi)

Basic knowledge of computers is a necessity in order to succeed in today's society.  Students that come from poorer backgrounds, though, usually don't receive the same opportunities to learn about computers.  To help these poorer students, Shilpa wanted to provide them with computer education, free of cost.

Shilpa gathered a team and together, they went to schools and taught students about all aspects of computers.  They physically brought a computer to the schools so that students could see and understand the components of computers.  They also taught the students about the different uses and benefits of computers.  After the session, the team tested the students on the information they had presented to them, and they rewarded the students with prizes for correct answers. 

The team is presently continuing teaching the computer education to the students. 

Project: Computer Teaching

LEADer: Shilpa

Team members: Swati, Amrut

College: HIT Nidasoshi

Place of project implementation: Kakati, Belgaum

The team prepared to give computer education by getting permission from schools; telling and convincing them about the project was very difficult for the team. They gave detailed knowledge about computers, providing physical view and other details about computers. Individually the team showed the students a computer's inside view and told them the uses of a computer, etc. In the end, they conducted exams to know how much the children learned, giving prizes for students to encourage them.

Many students come to know about computers, when earlier they did not know what a computer is. After the teaching they were so happy because the students cannot pay so much money to learn about computers.