Both Ad-hoc and Programmed Educational Outreach Activities in Local Schools / Communities
KIIT University takes its commitment to community development seriously by engaging in educational outreach activities within local schools and the wider community. This outreach effort reflects its belief in the transformative power of education and its commitment to ‘Education for All.’ Through these initiatives, the University aims to empower individuals, particularly in underserved areas, with knowledge, skills, and opportunities, thereby contributing to a more educated and empowered society. University considers it a duty to extend the benefits of quality education beyond its campus, nurturing a culture of lifelong learning and personal growth in the broader community.
Key Stats – 2022
Beneficiaries through Adoption of School in Rural Areas : 5450+
Beneficiaries through Adoption of Panchayats and Villages: 8500+
Beneficiaries in Conducted Activities under NSS/NCC/YRC: 28000+
Beneficiaries through Conducted Activities like Lectures/Conferences/Seminars/Workshops: 350000+
Beneficiaries through Other Outreach Programs and Awareness Camps: 15000+
Programmed Education Outreach Activities
The University is continually involved in educational outreach activities beyond the campus through its faculty members, staff and also its students. They provide voluntary and free educational programs to School students in remote and rural areas belonging to different standards.
Simple scientific experiments and demonstrations are carried out to inspire the students belonging to poor communities to continue their education with a goal to excel in life.
The University has adopted several Schools where it provides financial support, development of academic infrastructure, libraries, proper sanitation and recreation facilities to the students of the area. Faculty members are engaged in providing training to the teachers on content delivery, public speaking and students/parent counseling to reduce dropout rates. Voluntary teaching classes with students with special learning activities are carried out in different schools once or twice a month by both the faculty members and senior students of the University. Awareness camps on education, health and hygiene are carried out every month in selected areas. Special vocational and skill development programs are also carried out with high school students belonging to poor communities to ensure that they have a stable livelihood. A community engagement cell has been set up in this regard. All these programs are carried out both on adhoc and programmed basis. Besides, the staff and students enormously contribute to the educational ventures of its sister concern, Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) which started in Bhubaneswar and is now on its way to setting up satellite centers to reach out more to the downtrodden segments of the society with the mission to eradicate poverty by providing quality education to all.
Programmed Basis-Intellectual Inputs to Adopted Schools
The University has also adopted a number of primary schools in rural areas where our students provide regular intellectual inputs and our University provides organizational, infrastructural and financial supports. Access to University academic and sports facilities is provided to these schools. The list of Schools adopted is given below:
- Patia Primary School,At/P.O-Patia, Bhubaneswar
- Patia Girls’ High School, At/P.O-Patia, Bhubaneswar
- Pathani Samanta High School,At-Prasanti Vihar, P.O-KIIT, Bhubaneswar
- Saraswati Sishu Vidya Mandhir,At-Prasanti Vihar, P.O-KIIT, Bhubaneswar-24, Dist-Khurda.
- Sivananda Centenary Boys High School, Chidananda Vihar, Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar
- National Federation of the Blind, Maruti Residency, Plot No. 116, At/P.O-Raghunathpur, Via-Baranga, Bhubaneswar
- Kishore Nagar College, Kishore Nagar,Dist-Cuttack.
- Kalarabank U.P School,At/P.O- Kalarabank, Dist- Cuttack.
- Raghunathpur U.P School,At/P.O-Raghunathpur,Dist-Jagatsinghpur.
- Purna Chandra Vidya Mandir, At/P.O- Raghunathpur, Dist-Jagatsinghpur.
- Tulsi Women’s College, At/P.O-Kendrapara, Dist-Kendrapara.
- Hariswar Dev Vocational Science College, Panasapada, Dist-Puri.
- Panchashakha Private ITI,Shakhi Gopal, Dist-Puri.
- Kabi Prasanna Patsani High School,At-Muninda, P.O-Delanga, Dist-Puri.
- Dinakrushna College, At/Po-Dhansimulia,Jaleswar, Balasore
- Jaleswar Town High School,Nuabzar, At/P.O- Jaleswar, DistBalasore.
- Jaleswar Town Nodal High School,At/P.O- Jaleswar, Dist- Balasore.
KIIT University’s faculty members deliver lectures to its sister concern, Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) on regular basis.
Some moments of the delivering lectures are presented in below pictures for the year 2022
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The KIIT University enormously contribute to the educational ventures of its sister concern, Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), institute specially for rural, tribal students in terms of providing the Man Resources :Students / Faculties / Staffs and all types of Financial & Infrastructure resources to conduct various types of educational events for community development.
https://university.kiss.ac.in/news/
https://university.kiss.ac.in/campus-life/health-initiatives/
Programmed Outreach Activities on Wellness Of Tribal Children In Kandhamal District Of Odisha in 2022
A study on “Wellness of Tribal Children in Kandhamal District of Odisha”, sanctioned by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India, was launched by KIIT at Govt. (SSD) Girls High School, Belapadar on 24th August 2022. Inaugurating the study, Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS said that the welfare and wellbeing of tribal children are very close to his heart and he is delighted that senior faculty members from his institution share this dream and are coming forward to work for it. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rojalin Sahu, Associate Professor in Chemistry & Associate Dean of Central Research Facility, KIIT Deemed to be University, enlightened the students about the importance of safe and quality drinking water. The objective of the project is to test and create awareness on safe and quality drinking water, oral and menstrual hygiene among school students. Sharing further details, Dr. Sahu, who is also its PI, informed that over the next year, the ambitious project will cover the target population in a large number of schools in the district.
Dr. Prasanta Rath, Professor in Chemistry & Dean, KIIT School of Applied Sciences explained to the students how to measure the different water quality parameters to ensure the safety of the drinking water. A team of researchers from KIIT School of Applied Sciences, Dr. Alok Kumar Panda, Asst. Prof. in Chemistry, Manoja Kumar Senapati, Technical Superintendent, and Niharika Das, Research Scholar demonstrated the measurement of water quality parameters and elaborated on the importance and various processes of purification of water.
Brig. (Dr.) Sudhanshu Rath and Dr. Jyochnamayi Panda, both Professors in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at KIMS, educated young girls on menstrual health, inspiring them to welcome the change as progress in the maturing process. Dr. P.V. Samir, Associate Professor, Paediatric Dentistry, KIDS with his team of interns – Kanhu Keshav Mohapatra, Kumar Garv, Sayandip Sengupta, Prateek Choudhury – and Dental Hygienist Prahlad Das surveyed and educated the children on their oral and dental health. The Head Mistress, Govt. (SSD) Girls High School, Belapadar; B.D.O. Phulbani; and District Welfare Officer, Phulbani were present on the occasion. The programme was managed by the PA-ITDA, Phulbani. The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Jyochnamayi Panda, Co-PI & Head, Gynecology Dept., KIMS.
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Art of Giving
Art of Giving is all about creating an unconditional and sustainable abundance of love, peace and happiness and contentment for others through gestures of kindness and generosity. It was founded by Shri Achyuta Samanta on 17 May 2013. The key to peace and happiness lies in unlocking the Art of Giving in each individual. It is a not-for-profit initiative for spreading, supporting and promoting the practice of the art of giving around the world. International Art of Giving Day is being celebrated all over India and 120 countries across the globe spreading over 20000 center.
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NSS Wing of KIDS Organizes Oral Health Awareness and Screening Camp
In line with the profound philosophy of the “Art of Giving,” originally championed by the visionary Founder, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the National Service Scheme (NSS) wing of Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) orchestrated a remarkable initiative. They organized an Oral Health Awareness and Screening Camp at Adruta Children’s Home, situated in Chandaka, Bhubaneswar.
A dedicated team comprising Post-Graduate Trainees and House Surgeons, led by NSS Programme Officer Dr. Dhirendra Kumar Singh and Dr. Arpita Singh, a Ph.D. Scholar at KIDS, executed this noble endeavor. Over 120 children were thoughtfully screened for various oral health issues, with an emphasis on educating them about oral health and hygiene practices. Additionally, valuable guidance was provided on maintaining a healthy diet.
The compassionate team extended their benevolence further by distributing free study materials to the orphaned children. They commended the Founder’s unwavering commitment to serving the society and people of Odisha, exemplifying the true essence of the “Art of Giving.”
https://kids.kiit.ac.in/nss-wing-kids-organizes-oral-health-awareness-and-screening-camp/
AOG Celebrates 9th Anniversary; observing it as UN Proclaimed Day on cards On May 17, India and numerous countries globally commemorated the 9th anniversary of the Art of Giving (AOG), an initiative pioneered by Prof. Achyuta Samanta, the founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS. AOG aims to foster equitable and harmonious societal relations. This year’s theme centered around hope, harmony, and happiness. Prof. Samanta unveiled plans to propose May 17 as the official Art of Giving day to the United Nations. The event was graced by the Hon’ble Governor of Odisha, Prof. Ganeshi Lal, who lauded Prof. Samanta’s groundbreaking initiative. He highlighted how AOG transcends barriers, resonating with all individuals regardless of caste, creed, or religion. Drawing parallels to devotion towards Lord Jagannath, he described AOG as akin to “bringing heaven to earth.” AOG has evolved into a grassroots movement, spreading hope and happiness, particularly among marginalized communities. Prof. Achyuta Samanta expressed his optimism about AOG becoming a UN-recognized day by its 10th anniversary, akin to International Yoga Day on June 21. He recounted the inception of AOG in 2013 during a journey to Bangalore, inspired by his belief in compassionate giving’s role in his achievements. Swami Sivachidananda Saraswati highlighted the tradition of giving in Guruji Swami Shivananda’s teachings, which aligns with AOG’s ethos. Prof. Samanta’s vision continues to unite people under the banner of generosity and benevolence.
"CHUDANGA" Village Adopted as NSS Village by KIIT NSS Bureau
On April 17, 2022, Chudanga village in Daruthenga Gram Panchayat, situated under Bhubaneswar Block, received a ray of hope as it was adopted as an NSS (National Service Scheme) Village by the KIIT NSS Bureau. This initiative involves the active participation of NSS volunteers from three schools of KIIT Deemed to be University – the School of Mass Communication, School of Fashion Technology, and School of Film and Media Sciences. Their collective mission is to drive social change and transform Chudanga into a model NSS village.
Chudanga, despite its proximity to Bhubaneswar, had been grappling with developmental challenges, particularly in its tribal community. Dr. Kajal Parasar, Programme Coordinator of KIIT NSS Bureau, expressed the commitment to uplift the village through this noble endeavor.
An adaptation process meeting in Chudanga village featured discussions led by Dr. Prabhat Kumar Rout and Dr. Bidu Bhusan Dash, Programme Officers of KIIT NSS Bureau. They highlighted the significant role NSS volunteers can play in facilitating development and social progress. A coordination committee, comprising both youth and women, was formed to ensure the seamless execution of NSS activities in the village, with Mr. Chakrabarti serving as the chairman and Dr. Dash as the convenor of this committee. This collaborative effort promises a brighter future for Chudanga village and its residents.
KIDS Organizes AIDS Awareness Day
Following the philosophy of “Art of Giving” initiated by the Founder of KIIT & KISS Dr. Achyuta Samanta, an awareness education programme was conducted at YMCA, Unit VIII, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar on December 1 by Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) (Dental unit of KIIT) coinciding with the occasion of World AIDS Day. The event was organized by the NSS unit of KIDS and the Department of Public Health Dentistry with a Damana-based social service organization Jeevan Rekha Parishad. Faculty member Dr. Sovesh and KIDS postgraduate students Dr. Anushka and Dr. Spandita with final year students from the department conducted the programme.
More than 100 youth and people from various walks of life attended the event. The awareness education on AIDS/HIV and how to prevent the spread of the disease was conducted with the help of posters and the distribution of red ribbons. It was followed by a rally that marched along the local market with slogans to mark the occasion.
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https://news.kiit.ac.in/kids/kids-organizes-aids-awareness-day/
“Kanya Kiran” program had been launched in association with United Nations Women and Kalinga Fellowship. In a mobilization of scale and spread unheard of before, the program covered all the Panchayats of the State of Odisha in India, spreading awareness on social evils of violence against women and girl child among millions of households. Over 3000+ staff of the University, particularly women staff were actively involved as coordinators and volunteers. They disseminated the message at household level in villages amid overwhelming response. The Women folk also were made aware of hygiene and environmental issues.
In the year of 2022, National Girl Child Day and the International Day of Education were celebrated by ‘Kanya Kiran’ across 34 places including 30 district headquarters of Odisha.
KIIT University is now a conglomeration of institutions imparting education and training in various branches of Engineering, Medical and Dental studies, Jurisprudence, Management, Nursing, Biotechnology, Film and Media, Humanities and many others. Strictly on the lines of recommendations of Radhakrishnan Commission, KIIT has been enthusing new ideals, sympathy for poor, and respect for women, love and peace. Time to time, KIIT University conducts activities for the social developmemt in mode of Education, Employability and so many area as:
- Skill Development & Entrepreneurship
- Creating Entrepreneurs
- Internationalization
- Sports
- Tourism
- Rural Development
- Healthcare
- An exemplary ‘Job Mela’ is organised time to time.
For example, In Kandhamal Parliamentary Constituency, KIIT has facilitated giving employment to 7000 unemployed rural youth with an academic qualification from 5th class to 10th class inviting 80 companies from all over the country and training for skilling 15000 rural youth from the entire Kandhamal and its periphery districts.
KIIT Community Engagement Cell (CEC) In the beginning KIIT has taken one aspirational district, Kandhamal, the poorest district with 75% population belonging to ST and SC for the CEC.
In the case of Rural Development, the University has tremendous contribution since its inception. It has started converting remote villages into smart villages. It has adopted 10 local villages to develop them as model and smart villages, where students are being taught by the University faculties from time to time.
List of villages adopted are: Injina, Satyabhamapur, Gotalgam, Allarpur, Padmakesharipur, Nishchintakoili, Shyamsundarpur, Kalarahanga, Raghunathpur and Pathargadia.
One of the smart village is Kalarabank, situated in the district of Cuttack, 60 KM from Bhubaneswar. This village had no facilities for the people of that area. Now the Kalarabank village has been certified as the one of the smart villages in the country. The entire Panchayat (cluster of villages) has been developed into the Model Panchayat. City amenities have been created in this Village and Panchayat and so it is looking just like a city. The facilities include High School (Residential), Nationalised Bank with Locker & ATM, Police Station, Post Office, vernacular residential school (Kalinga English Medium School), KIMS Rural Health Centre with Tele-Medicine Facility, Public Library, Public Park, children’s Park, Drinking Water Project, Concrete Road, Street Lights, Citizen Knowledge & Service Centre, etc.
Odisha’s ST & SC Development Department and Odisha Tribal Development Society (OTDS) have set a goal for the University to train 120 unemployed tribal youngsters from the Kandhamal District every year. Candidates receive training on electrical solar PV installation under the scheme “Prayash”.
Further, under this scheme, the University has signed MoUs with Odisha Tribal Development Society (OTDS) and Odisha SC & ST Development Finance Co-operativeCorporation Ltd. (OSFDC) on 23rd November 2021 for skill development training programme among SC and ST candidates. As per the agreement with OSFDC, KIIT will impart skill training in three sectors to 210 candidates from Kalahandi, Kandhamal and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha. Similarly, skill training will be imparted to 240 candidates from Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Deobagarh and Gajapati districts of Odisha in 3 sectors, as per the MoU with OTDS. Earlier, the University has trained 1100 candidates on various sectors and trades under empanelment for Skill Development Training programme with OSFDC. About 750 candidates were placed in various industries inside and outside Odisha. The programme is meant for SC candidates from poor families. During the last batch training, about 75% of the candidates were placed with industries outside Odisha. The programme is meant for SC and ST candidates from poor families.
Educational Outreach Activities by Students and Staff under KIIT National Service Scheme (KIIT-NSS), KIIT-National Cadet Corps (KIIT-NCC), and KIIT Youth Red Cross (KIIT-YRC)
https://kids.kiit.ac.in/social-outreach/
NSS:-Two units of NSS, one for boys and one for girls with strength of 500 volunteers are functional in the University with the approval of the Govt. of Odisha. Any student having inclination towards social work can join. The main aims and objectives of NSS units are to involve the youth in constructive and developmental programmes in rural society. This fosters national integration through community living and co-operative action. Annually a Chancellor’s trophy is awarded to the best performing students in the respective field.
NCC: Senior Division NCC (Army) is functioning in the University. Students of any wing can take part after going through the selection process. The total strength of the cadets is 50.
YRC: Youth Red Cross is a volunteer driven society aiming to create awareness on the care of their own health and that of others.
https://news.kiit.ac.in/category/nss/
https://www.facebook.com/YRCKIIT/
The official society of KIIT for the “Promotion of Indian Classical Music And Culture Aamongst Youth” (SPIC MACAY) is a voluntary youth movement which promotes intangible aspects of Indian cultural heritage by promoting Indian classical music, classical dance, folk music, yoga, meditation, crafts and other aspects of Indian culture. A SPICMACAY chapter was formed at KIIT in May 2003. This chapter has been successful in introducing some of the most renowned Indian Classical Musicians like Pt. Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Pt. Mukul Shivputra and IIeana Citristi to the KIIT community. These concerts are free and open to all and have served to spread awareness about rich cultural heritage of India among a varied audience.
There were so many Social Outreach Activities conducted on theme of Education, Promotion of Skill India, Community Development etc. in the year of 2022.
Legal Aid Student Society of the University is set up in pursuance to Part IV Entry II of the Bar Council of India Rules on Legal Education that makes it mandatory for all 5 year law programmes to have a functional Legal Aid initiative. The Society is one of its own kind whose primary focus is to rendering free legal aid services to those who find themselves unable to ensure the same. Its role, however, will be restricted only to counselling and assisting the seeker to find a suitable lawyer and there is no scope for the Society to appear before any court or tribunal whatsoever. The Clinic works under the guidance of eminent lawyers from various High Courts and the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, professors from other prestigious law schools, legal luminaries, scholars, faculty and students of School of Law, KIIT University. The society is also engaged in activities involving awareness programs on women rights and duties, preventing violence on women, gender equality in society and workplace. The center works in close association with other KIIT Teams to ensure that the goals set are realized effectively.\
https://filedata.kiit.ac.in/legal/Report-on-Legal-Awareness.pdf
Ad-hoc Education Outreach Activities
AOG Celebrates 9th Anniversary; observing it as UN Proclaimed Day on cards
KIIT has been nominated as a mentor institute to extend all sorts of support to those institutions awaiting for accreditation in different stages starting from preparation of Self Study Report to visit of Peer Team Members by NAAC. Eleven colleges and one University have signed their MoU with KIIT to be the mentee institutions.
On regular basis time to time, KIIT University conducts the workshop and presents the objectives of SSR preparation with discussion in meeting of 48 Principals and faculties of 12 mentee institutions.
“Art of Giving” Volunteers Provide Succour to the Flood-Hit
Massive floods resulting from heavy rainfall have engulfed vast swathes of populated land in Odisha. Downstream river Mahanadi inundated thousands of villages and vast tracts of farmlands. Lakhs of vulnerable people and domestic animals have been marooned and rendered homeless. The fury of flood waters has forced them to live a life of great misery.
At this crucial and challenging time, the “Art of Giving” volunteers from KIIT Deemed to be University in collaboration with the local volunteers and ODRAF team members, braving their lives in the gushing flood waters, have come to the rescue of 500 stranded villagers of Sukhukhala under Banki subdivision in Cuttack district.
Playing the role of angels, the “Art of Giving” volunteers provided them with relief materials, including dry food, essential medicines, drinking water, sanitary napkins and fodder for livestock. It is noteworthy that the team was the first to reach the distressed people with relief materials which provided much-needed succour and emotional support in the hour of crisis. The team is active and is playing a crucial supportive role in various parts of the State.
https://news.kiit.ac.in/aog/art-of-giving-volunteers-provide-succour-to-the-flood-hit/
KINS NSS Unit Observes “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan”
NSS Wings of Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS) organized an awareness program as a part of “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan” on 4th August 2022 at Sitanath Nagar, Niladhri Vihar. The program was conducted by NSS volunteers of KINS under the mentorship and guidance of Ms. Daini Sunita and Ms. Anita Panigrahi, NSS Programme Officers. The volunteers took out a rally from Sitanath Nagar to Harekrushna Basti followed by a Nukkad Natak on “Awareness on substance abuse” with anti-tobacco slogans. Food packets were also distributed among people of Sitanath Nagar Basti. It was a pleasant experience for NSS volunteers to interact with people in the community. The program was conducted with the cooperation of Mr. Bajrang Kamudi, Tutor, KINS.
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The members of Khwaab celebrated Diwali with the children in the Orphanage, Prativa Ashram, Khandagiri on 23rd October,2022. It started with making Rangoli with the children followed by distribution of Diyas. The student members also organized music and dance events for the children. The full day event ended with distribution of Notebooks and sweets.
There were so many Social Outreach Activities conducted on theme of Education, Promotion of Skill India, Community Development etc. in the year of 2022.
https://news.kiit.ac.in/ksac/student-news/khwaab-society-of-ksac-celebrated-diwali-at-an-orphanage/
KIIT has been nominated as a mentor institute to extend all sorts of support to those institutions awaiting for accreditation in different stages starting from preparation of Self Study Report to visit of Peer Team Members by NAAC. Eleven colleges and one University have signed their MoU with KIIT to be the mentee institutions.
On regular basis time to time, KIIT University conducts the workshop and presents the objectives of SSR preparation with discussion in meeting of 48 Principals and faculties of 12 mentee institutions.
https://news.kiit.ac.in/kiitnews/kiit-launched-paramarsh-scheme-of-ugc/
The University has 28 student societies which are actively participating in various activities related to educational outreach activities towards the outside students, communities etc. For more details one can visit:
- KSAC society- ENACTUS: Enabling transgenders and Disable Women
ENACTUS KISS-KIIT’ is an innovative initiative by the students of the University to improve the quality of life in society. Under this initiative, in 2016, Project SIDDHI was undertaken, which provided opportunity to the oppressed communities specially the transgenders in and around Bhubaneswar to change their lives for the better. They also spread the awareness to eliminate the use of plastic bags by replacing it with handmade paper bags.
https://ksac.kiit.ac.in/societies/enactus/
- After successful collaboration with the transgenders, ENACTUS worked with a voluntary organization, Aaina. The students also worked with the disabled women to make them self-sufficient. The disabled women worked on an order of 5000 newspaper bags from Urban Micro and made crafty bags with designs like gift bags from handmade paper.
- ENACTUS in collaboration with Daya Foundation, an organization working for women from backward areas prepared an order for “Delight Bakeries” of 14000 brown paper bags with customized print. Another order with the Founder of “Biggies, Burger n more” for an order of 20000 brown paper bags with customized print in collaboration with Niyatee Foundation (https://www.niyateefoundation.org/) and Udyog Foundation (http://udfoundation.org.in/) was undertaken and successfully delivered.
- ENWIPE, a project introduced by KISS-KIIT, is a unique concept of water-less car wash service at the customer’s doorstep. ENACTUS promoted a special eco-friendly solution for cleaning the vehicles, adding only 500ml of water to 5ml of the solution. The main aim of Project Enwipe is to use minimal amount of water and provide employment opportunities to under privileged and physically challenged (hearing and speech impaired) individuals, simultaneously helping them earn and live as equal contributors in society.