Youth Red Cross (YRC)

About

Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani is one of the reputed institutes in the vicinity of Rasayani in Raigad district. We cater to the educational needs of around 1700 students with utmost sincerity and pride. We, as a responsible institution, have always felt an urge to provide social services in our society and we dutifully adhere to it.

Indian Red Cross Society has been one organization that has always worked on its four main mottos- Disaster management, Health Care, Humanity Services and Voluntary Services. We have been fascinated by this organization by these philanthropic ideas to serve the human cause.

With this in mind, the college has set up a Youth Red Cross with the volunteers ranging to around 20 students. We intend to perform around four activities in an academic year under the Red Cross flagship.

Activities conducted by Youth Red Cross of our college

May 30, 2022 World Menstrual Hygiene Day

To mark the World Menstrual Hygiene Day, Youth Red Cross (YRC) Society in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani organized an extension activity to create the awareness on menstrual hygiene among underprivileged people and especially girls. The theme of this year was Feel Light, be bright campaign.

The event occurred on May 30, 2022 at Mazgaon. It was scheduled from 11:00 AM – 01:30 PM where volunteers under the guidance of YRC counselors educated and spread awareness about periods, menstrual cycle, menstrual hygiene to girls and boys as well. All the volunteers of our college spread awareness for raising the funds. The volunteers donated pads to the underprivileged girls and had an interactive session with them. Total 600 pads were distributed among 50 girls. Mr. Bhavesh Sao, State Coordinator, YRC and Mrs. Joyce Pinto, Secretary, Junior and Youth Red Cross, Maharashtra were also part of this event along with volunteers. Details of volunteers from other colleges are as follows:

• Renfred Pinto, St. John The Baptist High School, Thane
• Nihaal Surya, KC College, Mumbai
• Tanmay Jhaveri, HR College, Mumbai

List of volunteers who visited the village are as follows:

• Aadira Anoopkumar, SyBSc
• Kajal Mishra, TyBAF
• Karishma, FyBCom
• Mitali Patra, TyBAF
• Arpan Jha, FyBCom

It was an important, educative and successful event.

(Students volunteers with Red Cross Team)

(Sanitary Pad distribution)

May 8, 2022 World Red Cross Day

To mark the World Red Cross Day, Youth Red Cross (YRCS) and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai Hoc College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani, organized an online quiz event to create the awareness on its 2022 yearly theme: “Be HumanKind”

Under the guidance and cooperation of faculty coordinators Mr. Ravi Bari and Mr. Priyesh Keekan, an online quiz event was planned in the style of a visual quiz, with the options depicted through pictures that portrayed the message of being human and kind. Due to our hectic daily schedules, we frequently forget to conduct good deeds and be kind, and instead we become selfish, potentially hurting someone in need. The quiz was designed to remind us of our humanity and how we should treat others with kindness! The quiz was planned for two days, on May 8th and 9th, 2022. The activity went well, with positive feedback and observed 122 responses!

Quiz form

Student’s feedback

January 24, 2022 NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY (GD)

IQAC (Internal Quality Assurance Cell) of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Rasayani and Youth Red Cross (YRCS) jointly organised an Online Group Discussion on the occasion of NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY.

On January 24th Jan, 2022, an Online Group Discussion was organized for the students of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce. The theme of this event was Digital Generation Our Generation. It was held for the duration of One Hour.

It aimed at giving importance to a Girl child with regards to the increasing concern regarding her survival at the time of birth, adolescence and adulthood. With the satisfactory number of participants our aim to reach our message to the youth was a successful one. The certificate was mailed to all the participants.

Flyer of the event

Screenshot of the event

January 22-24, 2022 NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY

IQAC (Internal Quality Assurance Cell) of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Rasayani and Youth Red Cross (YRCS) jointly organised Online Poster Making on the occasion of NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY.

On January 22-24th 2022, an Online Poster Making was organized for the students of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce. The theme of this event was Digital Generation Our Generation. It was held for Three Hours.

The poster aimed at giving importance to a Girl child with regards to the increasing concern regarding her survival at the time of birth, adolescence and adulthood. With the satisfactory number of participants, our aim to reach our message to every youth was a successful one.

The certificate was mailed to all the participants.

Digital Poster made by students

Handmade posters made by students

January 22-24, 2022 NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY

IQAC (Internal Quality Assurance Cell) of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Rasayani and Youth Red Cross (YRCS) jointly organised an Online Quiz on the occasion of NATIONAL GIRL CHILD DAY.

On January 22-24th Jan, 2022, an Online Quiz was organized for the students of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce. The theme of this event was Digital Generation Our Generation. It was held for the duration of Three days.

It aimed at giving importance to a Girl child with regards to the increasing concern regarding her survival at the time of birth, adolescence and adulthood. With the satisfactory number of participants our aim to reach our message to the youth was a successful one.

The certificate was mailed to all the participants.

Flyer of the event

10-12 December 2021 Human Rights Day

To mark and observe the Human Rights Day, Institutional Social Responsibility Cell and Youth Red Cross in association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani had organized an Online Quiz Competition for students from 10 to 12 December 2021 through Google form. The theme of this year was EQUALITY.

The objective of this quiz is to bring awareness about the importance of human rights. A total of 197 participants attempted this quiz. The participants who scored 40% and above were awarded with E-Certificate.

Flyer of the event

November 8, 2021 National Cancer Awareness Day

Youth Red Cross of Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai HOC College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani observed National Cancer Awareness Day on November 8, 2021. The theme for this event was ‘I am and I will’. All the staff members wore attire of color PINK to pay homage to all those who have lost their lives due to cancer and to also to support the world in its efforts to defeat this dreaded disease.

We thank our Hon. Principal for her kind support. We also thank all the faculty members for being the part of this mass awareness program.

Faculty members in pink attire

September 29, 2021 World Heart Day 2021

Youth Red Cross, PHCASC in cordination with Internal Quality Assurance Cell, PHCASC proudly announces that an online Quiz Competition was organized on 29th September, 2021 to mark the awareness about healthy heart, on the occasion of World Heart Day. The theme of this event was Use heart to connect. The enthusiasm was overwhelming with 262 responses being recorded.

Insight of Quiz

July 28, 2021 Hepatitis Free World

To mark World Hepatitis Day, Youth Red Cross (YRCS) and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Mahatma Education Society’s Pillai Hoc College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Rasayani, organized a webinar to spread awareness about Hepatitis Virus. The theme of this event was Hepatitis can’t wait.

The resource person for the event was “Shagufta Asif Gite” who pursued her bachelor’s degree from Bachelor of Dental Surgery Nasik and worked as an assistant dentist.

The resource person shared many informative facts and knowledge about the disease and virus. She shared about the significance and types of hepatitis viruses. She also referred to the symptoms when someone is contracted with the virus, she discussed the tests, precautions and chronic conditions. It was an interactive session. Overall it was a successful session involving 65 participants.

Screenshot of zoom session

Dr. Shagufta Gite addressing the audience

May 8, 2021 World Red Cross Day

Youth Red Cross (PHCASC) in association with IQAC successfully conducted Covid19 Awareness and Knowledge Quiz on May 8, 2021. The theme of this event was Together we are unstoppable. Participation Details -137. All the eligible participants of this event got an E- certificate. We owe a great debt of gratitude to Dr. Lata Menon, Principal, PHCASC for her constant support and guidance. We would like to place on record our appreciation to our Vice-Principal. Also we would like to thank our coordinators and support of the entire organising team of the event and all faculty members of PHCASC for their support and encouragement to make the event successful.

April 26, 2021 to May 2, 2021 Donate Blood and Save Life

Youth Red Cross conducted an awareness campaign on Blood Donation Drive taking into consideration the importance of blood donation during this Coronavirus pandemic situation, where there is a less inclination on the part of people to donate blood. At this hour of crisis, one needs to remind oneself the importance of solidarity and generosity. A small gesture like donating blood can make a big difference to the life of people.

As of May 1, 2021 onwards, all citizens who fall under the age group of 18-45 years were to be vaccinated and as per the rule, a vaccinated person cannot donate blood for at least 2 months. This may create a major crisis in blood banks as the majority of blood donors are in the age group of 18-45 years. Thus to avoid this situation, this drive was initiated to urge the citizens to donate blood before getting covid vaccine shot.

In all around 46 people had registered for the donation drive.

Students spread awareness through social media

April 7, 2021 World Health Day

On the occasion of World Health Day, The members of Youth Red Cross of Pillai Hoc College of Arts, Science and Commerce in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell(IQAC) organized a webinar on the theme “Health and Hygiene”. The theme of this year was ‘Building a fairer, healthier world’. The webinar was open for students as well as faculty members observing the attendance of nearly 110 members.

The event was scheduled for an hour that started from 3:00PM.

The keynote speaker of the event was Dr Remant Tiwari who is a healthcare professional with over 8 years of clinical and healthcare consulting. The speaker shared alot of informative and new facts about health and hygiene. He also focused on the ongoing Covid 19 scenario that has not only affected the health but also taken the lives of millions of people across the world.

The webinar focused on levels of hygiene, the ongoing Covid 19 situation and the necessary precautions to avoid it, it also focused on understanding how to keep a safe working environment with and around people. The session also focused on personal hygiene and the importance of sleep and diet.

It was an interactive session involving speaker, students and faculties. A structured process was followed during the session involving information sharing and discussion among the members who were present in the event. It turned out to be a successful, interactive and informative session.

Mr. Remant Tiwari addressing the audience

Screenshot of zoom session