EVENT 2015
Events in 2015
Visit to Voice Sanjivani (26th/27th July 2015)
Voice Sanjivani, founded by Mr. Victor Bansiwar in Virar East, is a home dedicated to rehabilitating and educating underprivileged girls. Helping Hands visited the home, bringing joy, happiness, and educational support to 34 girls aged 8 to 16 years.
Highlights of the Event
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A warm welcome with a prayer and cultural performances by the girls.
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Chinmay Joshi entertained the kids as a joker.
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Freelance artist Hemant Dhane created a painting of a rural scene.
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Informative sessions by: Mr. Vijay Dashpute (President, Chemist Parivar NEWS, Virar) on Life Saving and First Aid.
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Dr. Hemant Joshi (Pediatrician) on fitness and the importance of education.
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Fun games including Origami, Blow the Balloons, Stick Bindis, and more.
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A delicious meal was shared by all.
Free Medical Check-up (7th August 2015)
Helping Hands organized a Free Medical Check-up Camp for the girls with the help of:
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Dr. Vandita Kallianpur & Dr. Yashodhar Mahimkar (Medical experts).
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Medicines donated by:
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Bhagwan Kondlekar (Durga Medical).
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Amol Kondlekar (Sainath Medical).
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What's more
Vocational training initiatives
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Helping Hands aimed to enroll girls in vocational courses to support their future:
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Painting - Conducted by Hemant Dhane (13th August) - 14 girls enrolled
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Origami & Chocolate Bouquet - Conducted by Foram Shah (16th August) - 5 girls enrolled
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Tailoring - To be conducted by Padma Gopalkrishnan Iyer - (Upcoming)
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MS-CIT - Informative session by Sanil Churi for older kids.
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Beautician Course - To be conducted by Hiteshvi Desai - (Upcoming)
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The purpose of these courses was to equip the girls with skills and sponsor their education.
Entertainment & Gifts
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Live music by Jugal Sawdekar & Neeraj Raviya, featuring Bollywood hits like Aashayein, Roobaro, Illahi, and more.
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Distribution of stationery (pens, pencils, crayons, notebooks) and indoor games.
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Basic kitchen essentials were donated to the home.
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A General Knowledge Quiz was held, and winners received token gifts.
Special contributions
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Victor Sir and his staff were honored for their efforts in running the organization.
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The girls presented a handmade cake as a vote of thanks.
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Sponsorships:
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Graduation sponsorship for four girls.
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Employment opportunities for two girls.
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Majithia Masala pledged lifetime free product supply to Voice Sanjivani.