Enrolment Drive - Bandra Public Action Group
CRY works in a
very organized and structured manner with its group of volunteers who are
highly determined and passionate about creating a positive impact in the
society through their activities.
Last few days were full of activities for the Bandra PAG. They put up a fabulous effort of creating awareness about child rights. It started with a formal survey done in one of the communities in suburban Mumbai. The intention of the survey was to understand the level of awareness and prevailing conditions related to child education. The analysis suggested that nearly 20 percent of students dropped out of their schools due to various reasons. One of the reasons was lack of knowledge about child education in general and its importance in developing a child’s personality among parents. Also, many parents had no cognizance of school admissions and hence, found it difficult to get their children enrolled in schools. This is where CRY stood up and played an instrumental role.
CRY volunteers worked hard to make posters with appropriate quotes. These posters were pasted at various places in and around the community. These posters are expected to make a significant impact when people living in the community would read it, understand it and take some action in promoting the cause of child rights. The volunteers did an enrolment drive in the community on 30th April, 2016.
The volunteers shouted slogans, talked to families and tried to understand the condition. They ensured that people understood about upcoming school admissions and also volunteered to assist in the same. Moreover, volunteers also noted details about the students who dropped out of schools or are currently not enrolled due to lack of knowledge or financial resources. It was, indeed, an enriching experience not only because of the sheer passion put into the effort but also due to success of it. The families in community showed genuine interest in talking to volunteers and received the suggestions or advice made by the volunteers positively. The volunteers would carry it forward by talking to families in the community and helping the students get admission in schools as soon as school admissions are opened for this year.
It gives volunteers a sense of confidence in the work they are doing and makes them stand true to the mission of CRY.
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| Volunteers speaking with community people about importance of Education |
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| At Kunchikurve, Kalina |
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| Enthusiastic Volunteers braving the heat to spread the message in the community |
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| Volunteers reached out to the shopkeepers as well and urged them to send children to school and not employ Child Labour |
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| The children also joined in the rally |
