Children’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Appar Primary School (GovernmentAided), Madurai on 13th Nov 2024.. The event was organized by Voice Trust NGO, Madurai,in association with India’s International Movement to Unite Nations (IIMUN). Volunteers from Lady Doak College added to the festivities by engaging the children in fun-filled games and activities. The celebration was marked by joyful interactions aimed at bringing smiles to the children and honoring the spirit of childhood. Books, pens, and biscuits were distributed, leaving the students delighted and cherished. The event beautifully highlighted the essence of Children’s Day by creating memorable moments for the young hearts.

We were honoured to have Dr. T. Mariappan, a retired Scientist-F (Former Deputy Director Senior Grade), ICMR-VCRC, Ex-Director-in-Charge of CRME, and Ex-Officer-in-Charge of ICMR-VCRC Field Station, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, as our keynote speaker. Dr. Mariappan, a WHO Fellow with certifications from CDC-Atlanta (USA) and Tulane University, New Orleans, USA, shared his extensive expertise on vector-borne diseases, providing invaluable insights on Dengue crisis management and mosquito control.

Additionally, Mr. T. Murugesan, Director of Voice Trust, delivered an engaging speech on healthy lifestyle practices to prevent Dengue. The program also featured a quiz competition, with prizes awarded to the winners, and an oath-taking ceremony where students pledged to eradicate Dengue and maintain a clean environment. The event was a great success, raising awareness and educating students on the importance of Dengue prevention and control.
 

The event was a great success, with students receiving the notebooks with joy and appreciation. Voice Trust’s commitment to educational support continues to make a positive impact on the community, helping to create a better learning environment for the students of Andarkottaram School.

On January 18th, 2024, a Road Safety Awareness event was orchestrated for the students of Govt Higher Secondary School, Kalikudi, as part of the observance of the 35th National Road Safety Month. Spearheaded by Voice Trust in collaboration with CUBE Highways, the initiative aimed to instill crucial road safety knowledge among the young participants. Through engaging activities, informative sessions, and interactive demonstrations, the event sought to equip the students with essential skills and awareness regarding safe pedestrian practices, traffic rules, and responsible road behavior. By partnering with educational institutions and industry stakeholders, this endeavor reflects a proactive approach towards nurturing a culture of road safety from a young age, ultimately contributing to the well-being and security of communities.

Voice Trust conducted a series of successful Dengue Awareness Programs at 24 Government Schools of Madurai in the month of July and Aug 2023.

The aim of the program was to educate and raise awareness among the students about Dengue fever, its prevention, and the importance of early detection. The Highlights of the program included Interactive Sessions, and education on Prevention Measures, Identifying Breeding Sites and Early Detection. The students were educated about various preventive measures, including maintaining a clean and mosquito-free environment, using mosquito nets, and wearing protective clothing. The education also imparted about the Identification of Breeding Sites and early detection. The students actively participated in a Q&A session, clarifying their doubts and misconceptions related to Dengue fever.

Kavitha’s (student studying BE-CSE of Solamalai Engineering college, Madurai) father receiving a Educational Scholarship from Voice Trust Director T Murugesan on 16th June 2023

Speaking on the occasion, the Collector elaborated on the ‘Nam Palli Nam Perumai’ (Our School Our Pride) initiative of the School Education Department and urged the students to make full use of the digital classrooms.

T. Murugesan, Managing Director, of Voice Trust, said that the project aims at making digital learning accessible for all, boosting digital literacy and entrepreneurial skills and various other skills for the children.

Voice Trust would impart training to teachers and HP has provided smart televisions, laptops, printers, cameras, web cameras, and an education kit for schools. The initiative would be implemented in a total of 25 schools in Madurai district, especially in rural pockets. Headmaster Marimuthu, District Education Officer (Melur) Muthulakshmi, and Melur DSP Aarlius Rebony were also present.

On the eve of International Yoga Day, Voice Trust imparted awareness and Yoga training to M.E.P.U.P.School Students in Andarkottaram on 21.06.2019 The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated annually on 21 June since 2015, following its inception in the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in India. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, in his UN address, suggested the date of 21 June, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world.

Education shouldn’t be a privilege, it should be a right. An increasing number of children, girls, in particular, fall through the cracks of the education system. These children have dreams which they never reach, either for economic or social reasons. Having even a high school degree drastically increases their earning potential and puts them closer to their goals.
The Education sponsorship program looks for children like Abinaya, who often have great potential. We focus not just on financing their education, but on the holistic success and well-being of each student. We believe that every child deserves an equal chance to succeed.
Through this program, we are able to change the lives of so many children, but a little help would allow us to reach many more, changing not just lives but communities.

A free Eye Awareness program on World Eyesight Day was organized at Saurashtra Boys Secondary School in association with Voice Trust, Suji Health Care, and Lions Club of Madurai Friends on 10.10.2019. The welcome address was given by Mr. Srinivasan, Principal of the School. Mr. Veeraasamy, a special guest of the event, said; nowadays there are more Schoolchildren with eye disorders. Students use most of their time on cell phones. Voice Trust Managing Director Mr. Murugesan and Lions Club Executive Mr. Murthy graced the occasion. About 150 students participated in the event.

Children’s Day, one of the best days of the year for kids is celebrated on November 14, on the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru in schools across the country. Today a lively Children’s Day program was conducted at Madurai East Panchayat Union Middle School, LKP Nagar, Sakkimangalam Panchayat, Madurai. This program was jointly organized by Voice Trust, Suji Health Care, and Madurai Friends Lion Club. In appreciation of the children’s talents, awards were distributed for the Best Student, and cleanliness awards were also given. A cultural program was organized by the students. Refreshments were provided to the children. A total of 350 students benefitted from this program.

With an aim to mitigate childhood hunger due to the COVID-19 pandemic and support school children from vulnerable communities and their families, Our Voice Trust launched the distribution of Nutrition Kits which took place on the 15th of June 2021 to the School Children of East Block of Madurai under the able leadership of Mrs. Latha, Headmistress, Madurai East Panchayat Union Primary School, Andarkottaram School, and Voice Trust Director Mr. T Murugesan. The peanuts, jaggery, biscuits, and other food items in the Nutrition Kit, are to supplement and enhance the nutritional intake of children.