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EliminationofChildLabourandRestorationofLostChildhoodthroughResidentialSchool
inThiruvallurDistrict,TamilNadu
OctobertoDecember2016
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January2017
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Origin
HoistGroupandHand inHand India (HIH)entered intoaMemorandumofUnderstanding
(MOU) through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project to support elimination of
child labour by running Residential Special Training Centre (RSTC) for child labourers and
long-time dropouts and to implement Social Mobilisation Program (SMP) in RK Pet,
ThiruttaniandPallipetblocksofThiruvallurDistrict.
ProjectObjectives
HoistGroupprojectwillfocusonthefollowingobjectives:-
• To run a Residential Special Training Centre (RSTC) for child labourers and long-time
dropoutsbetween6-14yearsofage
• To ensure that every child is enrolled in school and continues to go to school in the
projectblocks
• Toenrolout-of-schoolchildrenintomainstreamoralternateschools
• Toeffectivelymonitorfunctioningoflocalschools
• To create awareness within the community on child rights, children’s education and
genderequality
• To empower the community to participate in protection of child rights and child
developmentthroughsocialmobilisation
• To strengthen the functioning of government schools with active participation of
communitystakeholderslikePanchayatPresidentsandElectedRepresentatives
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Project Outcomes Report (October–December 2016)
1. Residential Special Training Centre (RSTC)
Various Programmes were
organized by Hand in Hand
India in the RSTC that ranged
from Awareness Building
Activities, Cultural Events
showcasing the talents of the
children, Thematic Day
Celebrations to enlighten
children and teachers. From
art, to music, to dance, sports and classical literature, the events provided ample scope
for confidence building and aimed towards holistic development of the children. As per
strategic plan, we attained the RSTC strength in the last quarter itself and have retained
the same numbers by close monitoring and actively working with their parents.
Current Strength of Residential Special Training Centre
S.No Block Name Boys Girls Total
1 R K Pet 7 3 10
2 Pallipet 11 6 17
3 Thiruttani 12 6 18
4 Puzhal 7 3 10
5 Cholavaram 5 4 9
Total 42 22 64
S. No Deliverables Outcome/Beneficiaries
Social Mobilization Program (SMP)
1. Abdul Kalam Birthday – Youth
Inspirational Day
1275
2. Children’s Day Program 560
3. CRPC module II training 56
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The following activities were carried out during this reporting period:
Follow Up of Mainstreamed Students
The Hand in Hand field staff actively
undertakes Mainstreamed Students Tracking
at regular intervals. The follow-up involves a
multi-stakeholder approach for greatest
effectiveness: Meetings with the student
happen first on one-on-one basis. This is
followed by meeting their parents, their
current teachers and current School
Management.
This system is put into place for three main
purposes: 1. To know student’s performance
and motivation level and 2. To encourage
potential drop-outs to ‘press on ahead’ 3. To
ensure regular attendance of students and
avoid long-term absenteeism from school.
This thorough multi-stakeholder approach
apart from reducing dropout ratio and
absenteeism among the students, also results
in positive rapport building among the
student, field staff and school teachers.
The Social Mobilization Program in Thiruvallur
District, has indeed made an indelible mark in
the lives of these children, giving them a
second chance at childhood.
Parent’s Meeting and Diwali Celebrations
The Parents’ Meeting was held in Kaverirajapuram
RSTC, Thiruvallur district. In the meeting, the RSTC
teachers shared about the student’s progress in their
studies and positive changes in behavior after joining
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RSTC. Parents were requested to bring their
children back to RSTC after the Deepavali
holidays. On this occasion, all the students
joyfully received a new set of clothes by
Hand in Hand India.
Mr.GanaSekar, SSA Asst. Project Officer,
Mr.SureshBabu SSA Supervisior, Mrs.Kasthuri
and Mr.Venkatesan SSA DCs participated from the Government Education Department. A
total of 128 children and their parents attended the meeting.
Children’s Day Celebrations
Children’s Day was celebrated in
Kaverirajapuram RSTC Thiruvallur district. This
year the chief guests for the program were
Hoist Donors, Mrs. Daniya, Mrs. Elarin. The
children, teachers and CLEP team participated
in the Program. The students presented a
cultural programme with dance and drama.
Sports events were also held in all RSTCs where children participated enthusiastically in
various events like 100m Sprint, Lemon and Spoon race, Throw ball, Kabadi among others.
Medals and Certificates were distributed to all the winners and sweets to all participants.
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Karate Class Inauguration Program & Interpersonal Skill Development:
Two out of every three children in India is abused, according to a National Study1. To
address this growing concern of child safety, especially of girl children,
SSA (‘Sarva Siksha Abhiyan’) in collaboration with Hand in Hand India was asked to take up
initiatives in training Kaverirajapuram RSTC Thiruvallur district children on self-defence.
Therefore in all the RSTCs, Karate class was inaugurated and a Special Trainer has been
appointed to train students on various techniques and how to defend themselves when
they are at risk. Karate class is held twice a week in all RSTCs for the children who are in
the age group of 6 – 14 years. This initiative has been taken to ensure safety and
protection of children and also as a physical fitness exercise regimen.
World Hand Washing Day
At RSTC, we make use of thematic days to create a learning opportunity and greater social
awareness. Research shows that 88% of Communicable diseases are spread by touch.
‘World Hand Washing Day’ was therefore celebrated in Kaverirajapuram RSTC Thiruvallur
district to improve students’ health awareness and promote the hygienic habit of
handwashing. In the program, students were sensitized on importance of handwashing thus
preventing many types of infectious diseases. Hand in Hand field staff coordinated the
event which benefitted 64 students.
1According to National Study on Child Abuse Report, 2007- extensive study covering 13 states
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Medical Camp
A Medical Camp was conducted in Thiruvalankadu RSTC with the support of Karpaga
Vinayaga Dental College. The Medical Camp included both General and Specialised –
Dental Checkup and Screening. The Camp aimed at enhancing the oral health of the
students. A general check-up was conducted by the doctors and medicines were given out
by the medical team. The individuals who would need further treatment and follow up
were referred to local hospitals. A total of 64 students were benefited from this camp.
Bharathiyar’s Birthday Celebration - 11.12.2016
The Birth Anniversary of Bharathiyar – touted as one
of Tamil Nadu’s greatest poets - was celebrated in
Kaverirajapuram RSTC Thiruvallur district. To
commemorate his literary contributions, Hand in Hand
field staff & CRPCs organized his birthday
celebrations. RSTC teachers shared about the great
poet’s life journey, his patriotic values and
achievements.
Christmas Celebrations
Christmas is celebrated with gaiety every
year in Kaverirajapuram RSTC. All the
teachers and students along with the CRPC
members and Hand In Hand India staff took
part in this event. On this festive occasion,
a Cultural Program was held and children
enthusiastically took part in various
cultural events like dance and singing.
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As with every programme and celebration the learning opportunity being the context of
the event, the story of birth of Jesus Christ was shared briefly with the children as a
learning opportunity and cakes were distributed to all at the end of the program.
At the RSTC, children are encouraged
in all-round activities and to pursue
their interests which helps them
develop into happier and confident
individuals. This month, our RSTC
children had drawn and painted
several pictures. We are happy to
share that several of their
pictures/paintings got selected and
published in leading newspapers.
2. Social Mobilization Program
Abdul Kalam Birthday – Youth Inspirational Day
In remembrance of the inspirational leader, our former president, Late Dr. A.P.J. Abdul
Kalam, his birthday is celebrated as ‘Youth Inspirational Day’ in Kaverirajapuram RSTC,
Thiruvallur district to highlight the importance of education – one of the values that He
advocated for. Students were given information about his life history and his achievements
in life. The event was jointly organized by Hand in Hand India field staff and CRPC
members. The Assistant Education Officer and the School Head Masters joined in the
celebrations.
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CRPC Volunteer Module II Training
A panchayat level CRPC module II training was
conducted by CLEP staff for all CRPC members
in all the Districts where HIH works, to extend
the continuous support to the children and to
empower the community. Hand in Hand India
created Child Rights Training Modules for Child
Right Protection Committee (CRPC) on various
issues such as child labour, child marriage, child
prostitution, child harassment, lack of education etc. The main objective was to educate
the CRPC members on various acts and laws related to child rights.
Children’s Day Program
Hand in Hand India celebrated Children’s
Day in various schools in Thiruvallur
district. Children and teachers took part in
the program with great gusto. Pandit
Jawaharlal Nehru’s life, history and
achievements were shared briefly with the
children.
Child Rights Day
Hand in Hand India celebrates ‘World Child
Rights Day’ every year to sensitize public on
various child right issues such as child labour,
child marriage, child prostitution, child
harassment and importance of education. In
Thiruvallur District Collector’s office, 88 NGO
representatives took part in this program that
was organized in coordination with Hand in Hand
India and Thiruvallur District’s Child Protection Unit. Various laws on child rights were
discussed in this training program.
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International Volunteers Day Program
Hand in Hand - CLEP commemorated
International Volunteers Day through
awareness meetings, cultural events and
Training Programmes among school children
and public. In Kanchipuram, Vellore,
Thiruvallur and Tirupur districts, School
children and general public were oriented on
the work and functions of 1098 ChildLine
India and Child Rights Protection Committee that is formed by Hand in Hand India in every
single Panchayat in all HIH intervention areas. The attendees were also oriented on
Protection of Children from Sexual Abuse Act, Child Rights and Rights of Children to Free
& Compulsory Education Act. Resource Persons from different child development sectors
including CHILDLINE 1098, Sarva Siksha Abhiyan (SSA) School HM and People
representatives attended the program. Other eminent participants and visitors included
Representatives of Child Welfare Committee, District Child Protection Officer, Block
development officer and Forest Ranger. IEC material was distributed to all the volunteers.
Through the 16 programs, totally 900 volunteers have been reached out to.
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Meetings: The following illustration provides details on various types Panchayat level
stakeholder meetings and community members participation in these meetings conducted
as of October’16 to December’16.
Social Mobilisation is a crucial backbone of all our community interventions that
enables us to reach out effectively in the community. During this Project period,
through untiring efforts of our Social Mobilisation Team, we have successfully
reached out to 4225 stakeholders directly through a total of 216 meetings.
CRPC Meeting
87 meetings, 1043 beneficiaries
Village Education
Committee, School Management Committee
11 meetings, 300 beneficiaries
Village Meetings
70 meetings,
2050 beneficiaries
Cultural Meetings
9 meetings,
368 beneficiaries
Group Motivation
36 meetings, 194 beneficiaries
School Children Rally
3 meetings, 270 beneficiaries
TOTAL216
Meetings
4225BENEFICIARIES
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Please find below a few case studies to illustrate the life-changing nature of our
interventions in the Community:
Case Study 1
Name of the Student : V. Chandra
Age : 17
Gender : Female
Contact No : +91 9976672131
Fathers Name : G.S.Venkatesan
Father’s Occupation : Weaving
Mother’s Name : V.Govindaammal
Mother’s Occupation : Weaving
Previous Educational Qualification : Class III
Duration of Idle time /Dropout period: 2 year
Current Status : Pursuing 12thStd Government Higher Secondary School, A.J.Pet
V Chandra was one among the many Children caught in the rut of Child labour. Hailing
from a very economically backward family in Nellikundram Village, Thiruvallur, Chandra
dropped out from school while pursuing her 3rdStd and began to work along with her dad to
make ends meet. During one of the field visits, Hand In Hand India Team identified her
and began to intervene. The field staff interacted with her parents and asked them to
encourage their child in continuing her education. Chandra was not interested at first, but
sustained efforts, counseling and motivation by HIH field team bore fruit when she joined
5th standard at Dhameneri RSTC in the year 2009. She studied for two years and then was
successfully mainstreamed to class VII at Athimanjeri Pettai Government Higher Secondary
School. She has since, completed her 10thStd and is currently doing her 12thStd in the same
school. She aspires to become a teacher.
“When I grow up, I want to become a
Teacher. Thank you for giving me hope
and a future!”
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Case Study 2
Name of the Student : M. Dilip
Age : 16
Gender : Male
Contact No : 9159213981
Fathers Name : M Manikandan
Father’s Occupation : Coolie
Mother’s Name : M Vasanthi
Mother’s Occupation : Coolie
Previous Educational Qualification : 5th Standard
Duration of Idle time /Dropout period: 1 year
Current Status : Pursuing 11thStd Computer Science, Government Higher Secondary School, B.R.palli
Dilip hails from B.R. Palli Panchayat under Thiruthani Block in Thiruvallur district. He is the youngest in the family. Due to difficult family circumstances, he had to drop out of school while pursuing his 5th grade and began tending cattle. He was out of school for more than a year when Hand In Hand India field staff identified him and tried to make him understand the importance of education. Initially, Dilip and his family both resisted HIH’s efforts and were unwilling to understand. The HIH team persisted in their intervention and after several rounds of counseling, the family finally agreed to send Dilip to school. He was enrolled in VI standard at Dhamanari RSTC in the year 2011 and after two years he was mainstreamed to VIII standard at Kanchipuram Dhandapani Oriental Higher Secondary School. He successfully completed X standard at B.R. Palli Government Higher Secondary School and is currently pursuing XI standard in the same school. He dreams of becoming a doctor and cheerfully recalls how his life is turning for the better now that he is at school.
Thank You for supporting our efforts in eliminating child labour and restoring lost childhoods. We
greatly value the key role you have been playing in ensuring lasting change in the lives of
underprivileged children in Tiruvallur District through Hand in Hand India.
Thank You!
Best Regards,
E.Swaminathan,
General Manager - CLEP & SDTC Mobile No: +91 94429 16401
“I wish to be a Doctor when I grow up. Thank You for helping me come up in life.”
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