Health and Wellbeing
With events ranging from blood donation campaigns to upliftment of tribal communities, the college upholds the tenor of Rajagiri Sparsh and exemplifies a holistic approach to societal betterment. Blood donation campaigns, a cornerstone of Rajagiri Sparsh, are held regularly highlighting the efforts of the College to save precious lives. Every year, various departments and NSS collaborating with the Blood Donor’s Club (Drop of Life) and Blood Bank of RCMAS organise blood donation drives and camps , bringing together students, faculty and staff to donate the precious gift of life. Such altruistic acts help to meet the urgent need for blood in medical emergencies, and instil a sense of responsibility and empathy within the college community.
Food donations to the needy stand as a poignant illustration of the endeavours of the college to eradicating poverty and hunger. All the departments and clubs frequently organise food donation initiatives like Pothichoru, Oru Pothi Sneham, Harmony Plates, Onasadya distribution and donation of Christmas Kits (during ethnic and regional festivities), ensuring that surplus, unused food and food supplies are channelled to those who need it the most.
Medical aid programmes, glorify the allegiance of the institution to health and well-being, extending a helping hand to those in need. Collaborating with healthcare professionals, the college organises free medical camps, providing essential healthcare services like Hrudayathalam- an awareness campaign about heart issues and prevention, Eye care medical camp for the local community of Kadayiruppu, Beatcheck for monitoring the health parameters like blood pressure in the neighbouring families, providing sustenance and support to cancer patients and families, Celebration of World Mental Health Day with the inmates of Karunalayam in collaboration with Kochi water Metro Limited, the distribution of palliative care supplies to the NSS adopted village, An awareness session on menstrual hygiene for the inmates of Home of Faith Orphanage, providing financial assistance to fellow students for meeting their medical expenses and copious donations in cash and kind during natural disasters. These initiatives underline our mission to foster socially responsible citizens.
Impact Analysis
| Health and Wellbeing- 17 initiatives | |
| Reach | The initiatives have benefited 1,252 individuals with a budget of approximately ₹3 lakhs. |
| Special focus groups | Tribal Communities, Local Community of Kadayiruppu, Neighbouring Families, Inmates of Karunalayam, NSS-adopted Village, Inmates of Home of Faith Orphanage etc. |
| Diversity of Impact | The activities include Blood donations, Anti-drug campaigns, Food donations, Medical aid programmes, Menstrual hygiene awareness, Financial assistance to fellow students, Donations during natural disasters like Kerala Flood & Covid 19 pandemic etc. |
| SDG Alignment | SDG 1, SDG 2, SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 11, SDG 12, SDG 13 |
Education and Literacy
Recognizing the transformative power of education, the donation of books, learning accessories, peer teaching sessions and the setting up of libraries for school kids serve as a catalyst for social change. Various departments organise book drives all the year round collecting and distributing educational resources to underprivileged schools and communities in the neighbourhood. Librocazar- Distribution of study materials, Peer-teaching sessions on GST for secondary school commerce students, Vidyadeepam initiative for LP school kids on computer literacy, imparting computer knowledge and skills for the students of Sevagram, Stationery Kit Donation for Govt. Children’ Home, Edu Connect- Laptop Donation to LP School kids, Learning accessories and toys donation to Anganwadi, Tech Learn- Imparting basic computer skills to school children, Kiranam by NSS to inculcate digital literacy to children of migrant workers, The Ghibli Film Festival Project to promote animation and film skills in school students, Aasha Kiranam- Donation of books and establishment of library in various schools, Donation of water purifier to LP School Irumpanam, Awareness classes for enhancing access to education for all besides promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and empowerment.
Impact Analysis
| Education and Literacy- 32 initiatives | |
| Reach | The initiatives have a significant reach, benefiting 25 schools and 1,128 individuals with about 1,000 student participants involving a budget of about 1.5 lakhs. |
| Special focus groups | Underprivileged schools, Children of Migrant Workers, Government Schools and Children’s Homes |
| Diversity of Impact | The activities include Resource donation, Skill development, Infrastructure improvement and Awareness programmes. |
| SDG Alignment | SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 17 |
Community Enhancement
Awareness classes and community-engaging workshops of contemporary relevance, conducted with meticulous planning, engage the community on a myriad of topics. These sessions cover critical aspects such as knowledge upgradation, skill building, environmental conservation and more. Internet banking awareness for Kudumbasree Unit, Vennala, Extension activity on public transport usage for the general public are a few to mention. Srewpine workshop for Cultural craftsmanship, Donation of Clothes, Sexual Harassment Awareness to Children of Migrant Workers of Kalamassery are a few others to name.
Impact Analysis
| Community Enhancement- 10 initiatives | |
| Reach | The initiatives have benefited over 150 individuals, with—– active student participants. |
| Special focus groups | Kudumbasree Unit Members, General Public, Cultural Artisans, Underprivileged Communities |
| Diversity of Impact | The activities consisted of Financial Literacy Efforts, Cultural Preservation, Social Support and Safety awareness. |
| SDG Alignment | SDG 5, SDG 8, SDG 10, SDG 11 |
Environment & Sustainability
Distribution of Plant saplings and Jute bags in the neighbouring families and community, School Cleaning Initiative at Devi Vilasam School, Planting Saplings, Donation of waste Bin to Government Secondary School, Ecologix- cloth bag distribution, Promotion of eco-friendly carry bags, The Throbe of Life- art installation created by Department of Animation with used plastic bottles etc are a few initiatives where the College plays a pivotal role in creating informed and responsible citizens of tomorrow.
Impact Analysis
| Environment and Sustainability- 10 initiatives | |
| Reach | The initiatives have benefited over 200 individuals, with 150 active participants. The budget involved was approximately 70 thousand. |
| Special focus groups | Neighbouring Families and Community, Government Schools |
| Diversity of Impact | The initiatives included Waste Management Efforts, Promotion of Sustainable Products, Green Initiatives and Awareness through Art. |
| SDG Alignment | SDG 4, SDG 10, SDG 11, SDG 12, SDG 13, SDG 15, SDG 17 |
Social Equity and Inclusion
Beyond these recurring initiatives, Rajagiri Sparsh also organises charitable services and projects for the upliftment of underprivileged sections and tribal communities like Visits to Valsalyam Sisubhavan (Children’ Home) during festive season, Santhwanam-Donation of essentials to Karunalayam (Old Age Home), Supply of baby products to Snehajyothi Sishibhavan, installation of CCTV cameras in the premises of Valsalyam Sishubavan, Visit to Government Children’s home,, Logi Care- Kitchen receptacles distribution to Juvenile boys’ home, Wheelchair donation to individuals with physical disabilities in the neighbourhood, Distribution of learning aids to the children of all Kerala Wheelchair Association, Flip Book Animation Workshop for the inmates of St. Joseph’s Boys’ Home, Renovation of Tribal Community Hall, Idamalayar, Renovation of Uuru Vidya Kendram and Community Hall of Thalumkandam, Adoption of Schools and a village, Snehakoodu: Housing Project for Families in Need a project undertaken by NSS to build homes for destitute families, Old Age Home Visit by Kiranam, NSS, Donation of cleaning supplies to the inmates of Home of Faith Orphanage, Clothing drive for the inmates of the orphanage, exemplify without doubt our diligence in community development.
Impact Analysis
| Social Equity and Inclusion- 22 initiatives | |
| Reach | The initiatives have benefited over 600 individuals, with about 500 active participants with a budget of approximately ₹2 lakhs. |
| Special focus groups | Diverse vulnerable groups including Orphans, Elderly, Individuals with Disabilities, Tribal Communities and Destitute Families. |
| Diversity of Impact | The projects cover a wide range of social needs from Basic Necessities and Housing to Education and Infrastructure Improvements. |
| SDG Alignment | SDG 4, SDG 8, SDG 10, SDG 11, SDG 16 |
