One of the key focuses of Voice Trust is to promote digital literacy and enhance educational opportunities for students in underserved communities. In line with this mission, Voice Trust has partnered with HP India and the NIIT Foundation to support the HP ALFA (Accessible Learning for All) Project. This project aims to bridge the digital divide and empower students in Government and Government-aided schools by establishing digital classrooms. Collector S. Aneesh Sekhar inaugurated the digital classroom project at Government Higher Secondary School in Melavalavu on 7th Feb 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.
Through this collaborative effort between Voice Trust and HP India’s ALFA Project, students in 25 schools in Madurai District are being benefitted by improved access to digital learning resources. This initiative focuses on enhancing access to digital learning and technology, ultimately contributing to the transformation of India’s education system.
Each HP ALFA digital classroom is equipped with essential technological tools, including Smart TV, Android box, multi-function Printer, Webcam and Chrome book. These resources are designed to seamlessly integrate technology into the learning process, providing students with innovative and interactive educational experiences.
One of the key components of the project is the provision of teacher-training programs in all schools. These programs are designed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively leverage technology in their teaching methods. By incorporating technology-led teaching practices, teachers can create engaging and dynamic learning environments that foster student participation and comprehension.
Aligned with the Ministry of Education’s focus areas and the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the project is in harmony with the government’s vision to revolutionize the education system by 2030. This alignment ensures that the initiative complements national educational goals and contributes to the overall improvement of educational outcomes.
Moreover, in addition to academic content, the project offers Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP), including Digital Literacy and HP Life courses. These programs aim to provide students with valuable skills beyond traditional academics, enabling them to develop a well-rounded and practical skill set that can contribute to their future success.
The project is also designed to empower students to fully utilize digital content and e-learning tools to their maximum potential. By doing so, it enriches their learning journey and equips them with the digital skills required in today’s rapidly evolving world. Overall, the digital classrooms project serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and technology in advancing education and fostering a brighter future for students in the Madurai district.
Beneficiaries of the HP ALPHA Project in Madurai District
The beneficiaries are students from classes 9-12 of Government or Government aided 25 schools across Madurai District.
- Appar Hr.Sec.School
- Sri. Meenakshi Sundareswarar Girls Hr.Sec.School
- Kakkaipainiyar Corp. Girls. Hr. Sec. School
- Masathiyar Corp. Girls Hr.Sec. School
- Navalar Somasundara Bharathiyar Corp.Hr.Sec.School
- Kasthuribai Gandhi Corp.Hr.Sec.School, Maudrai
- Govt.Hr. Sec.School, Avaniyapuram
- Sourastra Hr.Sec.School
- Thiruvathavur Govt.Hr.Sec.School
- Govt. Hr.Sec.School, Thumbaipatti
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School, Melavalavu
- Govt.Hr. Sec.School,Thaniyamangalam
- Govt. Hr.Sec.School, Kalimangalam
- Govt. Hr.Sec.School, Sekkipatti
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School,Sarukuvalaiyapatti
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School, A.Vallalapatti
- Gov.Hr.Sec.School, T.Kunnathoor
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School, T.Kallupatti
- Govt.Hr.Sec.school, K.Vellakulam
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School, Saptur
- Govt. Hr.Sec.School,Sedapatti
- Govt. Hr. Sec. School, Elumalai
- Govt. Hr.Sec.School, Sholavandan
- Govt.Hr.Sec.School, T.Mettupatti
- Corp.Hr.Sec.School, Sundararajapuram
Workplace-based HIV/AIDS prevention program in Ramnad
Voice Trust, in association with the Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society (TANSACS) and NACO implemented workplace-based HIV prevention care program for the benefit of Industrial workers in the month of April 2023. The HIV/AIDS program aims to sustain optimal workplace productivity by conducting prevention, education and awareness training and reduce the spread of new infections. The project was to enhance coverage of workers linked with industries, using existing structures and systems of the industries. 7 Industries were covered in Ramnad under the proposed project.
ACTIVITIES CARRIED OUT DURING THE PROJECT
- In all the 7 Industries (Agro Sea Foods Ltd.,Sambai – Rameshwaram, Ramnad Dist, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Gas Compressor Station. Valantharava Ramamnathapuram, Ksa Sea Foods ,Thangachi Madam-Rameshwaram, Rmt Sea Foods ,Thondi Ramnad District, Siva Timbers, Ramnad, Sri Ayyan, Champer Briks Company, Manjur, Shivaji Weavers Co-Operative Production & Sales Ltd, Paramakudi) Awareness and informative Education sessions on AIDS/HIV were conducted by Mr. T. Murugesan, Director Voice Trust, Mr Jeyakumar, Project Manager, Voice Trust Ramnad and Mr Poovendhan, Assistant Director, Voice Trust Madurai. Guest lecturers were also delivered by eminent personalities
- HIV/AIDS awareness Rally by the Industry employees and other dignitaries from the project sites to the neighborhood were carried out. The rally was conducted by the employees holding placards with AIDS related slogans. All the participants were provided with caps and badges.
- In-factory training program for workers covering basic facts about HIV, its prevention, to understand how HIV is treated and how to live and work with HIV-infected persons. The training also included condom use, awareness of discrimination, and the importance of an HIV/AIDS work place policy.
- Integrated HIV and AIDS awareness activities within existing health and safety, welfare and human resources (HR) activities
- Imparted the importance of Nutrition and exhibition of nutritious and healthy food.
- The heads of the Industries were honored with Shields and shawls.
- Distribution of IEC material (pamphlets & Notices) as per the prototypes provided by SACS were distributed to all the employees of the Industry
- Posters containing valuable information on HIV/AIDS were released. These posters were pasted inside the premises of the workplace.
World AIDS Day 2022
Welfare Scheme Assistance Ceremony
“Equalize” is this year’s World AIDS Day theme. It’s a rallying cry to get serious about addressing disparities and doing everything we can to end AIDS. Therefore, it is important to increase access to HIV treatment, testing, and prevention services by bettering their availability, quality, and applicability. Individuals living with HIV and other vulnerable and marginalized groups risk discrimination and isolation because of the virus. On 10th December, Voice Trust joined hands with CUBE HIGHWAYS, a Singapore-based company, to commemorate World AIDS Day 2022, under the theme “Equalize”. Mr Shibashish Sahoo, VP, Social Safeguard of Cube Highways presided over the function. The CSR activities included nutritious Samapandhi Bhojanam and distribution of groceries to around 160 beneficiaries affected with AIDS. The program was a integrated effort of Voice Trust, CUBE Highways, CUBEROOTS Foundation, Madurai- Kanyakumari Tollway Ltd, Kanyakumari- Etturvattam Tollway Ltd and TANSACS. At the event, Voice Trust Director Mr T Murugesan was honoured with the Appreciation Award for AIDS Awareness Creation from National Aids Control Organization Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, DAPCU Collectorate Madurai and Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society, Govt of Tamil Nadu.
CSR Project On Health – Hygiene & Nutrition program in schools
Incidence of disease is significantly reduced by Health Awareness. Voice Trust implemented the CSR Project on “Health-Hygiene & Nutrition in Schools” in association with Rajmahal Silks, Madurai in the month of August 2022. The program aim was to provide timely support and preventive measures to improve the health of school children, which can be associated with their cognitive development, learning, and academic performance. We at Voice Trust provided health education to school
children who have limited information. We empowered them with knowledge to choose healthy habits and make modifications in lifestyle which reduce morbidity. We focused on diverse health topics to provide awareness to the children and increase their levels of Health Literacy. Our focus areas were Health & Hygiene, Hand Washing, Menstrual Hygiene, Oral Hygiene, Nutrition & Balanced Food, Dengue, Anemia, Eye Care and Environment Sanitation.
Disaster Management, Health and Hygiene Internship Training Program
Training on disaster Management was provided to Post Graduate students persuing Social Work from Alagappa University and Bharathiar University for a period of one month starting from 9th June 2022. Online and offline Disaster Management classes were conducted by Eminent personnels. They were also provided with hands on training of practical classes.The trainees attended zoom meeting for orientation about disaster management, health and hygiene.
Trainees utilized this opportunity in purposeful manner and learned many activities through field visits and Training in VOICE TRUST in Madurai. In this Concurrent field work, Social work trainees practiced the direct methods of social work that is case work, group work, community organization program and got some improvement in professional attitudes.
Trainees interaction with MR. Murugesan (Director of Voice Trust)
Interaction with Mr. Manivel Professor of department of cooperation & learned about landslides
Awareness program on health and hygiene in SJGHSS conducted by voice trust.Director of Voice Trust Mr.Murugesan interacted with students
"Dry Cleaning” -Self Employment Program for SHG's
Voice Trust conducted a skill training on “Dry Cleaning” for 60 women of various Self-help groups in Kovil pappakudi and Petchikulam with support from National Rurban Mission (NRuM) and Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihoods Mission (TNSRLM) Mahalir Thittam. Eminent Resource Persons handled the training sessions. They explained how to dry clean both manually as well as through machines. A total amount of Rs. Ten Lakhs was earmarked for the Conduct of this programme. Around 60 women from various self Help Groups were the Beneficiaries through the Training Programme.
Voice Trust organized the training programs in Kovil pappakudi for a period of 30 days from 16th August 2021 to 23rd Sep 2021 and in Petchikulam, for a period of 30 days from 4th of Oct 2021 to 12th Nov 2021. Mr. T. Murugesan, Founder Voice Trust delivered a special address to both the batches. The Trainers, Mr. Ravi, and Ms Chandralekha conducted the teaching sessions on Dry cleaning. They explained that Dry cleaning could provide gainful employment throughout the year. During the Training Programme both theory and practical sessions were conducted. Daily bio metric attendance was carried out for the trainees.
The trainees were taken for an Exposure Visit to Surya Linna Care, Sivagangai Main Road, Madurai Kec Power Wash in Jaihindpuram, Madurai.
After the training program, Exams have been conducted and the trainees have been issued course completion certificates and 16 women have taken up self employment.
Project on 32nd National Road Safety Month 2021
Road Safety Month” is observed from 18th January 2021 to 17th February 2021 throughout the country every year in order to highlight and emphasize the need for safe roads. lt is also an opportunity for all stakeholders to contribute to the cause by taking up activities to promote the concept. The theme of this year is, “Road Safety- Life Safety”.
This year (2021), Voice Trust in association with NHAI, and CUBE Highways implemented the project on Road Safety from 18th Jan to 17th Feb 2021 in Toll Plazas (Kappalur Toll plaza, Sattur Toll Plaza, Salaipudur Toll Plaza and Nanguneri Toll Plaza) to spread awareness regarding road safety and reduce road accidents with support from Tollways Ltd (Madurai – Kanyakumari, Kanyakumari – Etturvattam , Salaipudur – Madurai , Nanguneri – Kanyakumari) The activities organized included Chief Guest’s message on the Importance of Road Safety, Oath taking by all dignitaries and Toll Plaza staff, participants, College Students, Stalk Holders and Road users, Release of Posters on Road Safety, Signature Campaign, Rally by 50 students from Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai, pamphlets distribution, Fire Extinguisher Training, Competitions and prize distribution in schools.
Voice Trust in association with various hospitals organized Free Medical Camp, Eye Camp and BLS (Basic Life Support), Golden Hour Support to the General public and community spread along the Highways in urban semi-urban areas, so as to reduce accidents on the roads and enforce traffic manners effectively. At the Free Medical camp, Doctors from Hospitals screened participants for general health parameters such as sugar and blood pressure levels. General Medical Consultation and check up, Heart Test (ECG). The overall project was coordinated and completed under the successful leadership of VOICE TRUST Managing Director, Thiru T Murugesan and his team.
Covid-19 Relief Programs
The pandemic, COVID-19 has adversely affected individuals and businesses around the world. In light of this, collaboration is the need of the hour to protect and empower affected communities and frontline workers with essentials.
During this challenging phase and in line with our guiding principles, we launched the COVID-19 Relief Programme.
Covid-19 Vaccination Awareness & Vaccination Camp
Voice Trust with appropriate awareness and education methodology depicted the benefits of Covid-19 Vaccine that inspired and encouraged the citizens of Madurai to get vaccinated as they get their turns. The campaign roll out of Covid-19 vaccine was executed by disseminating the information among all public for ensuring maximum outreach.
Free Distribution of Rice, Provisions & Sanitation Kits During 2nd Phase of Covid-19
COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown has brought about a sense of fear and anxiety. This phenomenon has led to short term as well as long term psychosocial and mental health implications.
Covid-19 Relief Assistance to Folk Artists
In line with our Covid-19 relief initiatives to support the Rural Folk Artists of Madurai District who have lost their livelihoods due the second wave of Covid-19, on the 10th of July 2021, Voice Trust in association with Suji Health Care Madurai organized “Free Distribution of Rice, Vegetables & Provision Kits” with the sponsorship from Ms Srividhya Suran at the premises of Collector Office Madurai.
Mega Covid-19 vaccination campaign
Under our Chief Minister’ s Covid-19 Vaccination drive across Tamil Nadu from the 12th of September to 10th October 2021, Voice Trust in association with the District administration and Deputy Director of Health Services, successfully conducted the Mega Covid-19 vaccination campaign in various Vaccination booths of Madurai East Block.
The IAMWARM
The IAMWARM Integrated Watershed Management Programme Awarded To The Trust Is The First Government Project To Be Entrusted To The Trust By The Government Of Tamil Nadu, Which The Trust Considers A Feather In Its Cap He To Take Rural Development To The Next Level. IAMWARM Stands For Tamilnadu Irrigated Agriculture Modernization And Water Resources Management Project.
IHHL
Voice Trust has donated more than 100 individual toilets in Virudhunagar and Madurai East Panchayat Union in collaboration with Rural Development Agency of Madurai District. Voice Trust Organization is a non profit committed to improving HERE – Health, Education, Road Safety and Environment. Our trust empowers individuals through Educate for aware Health & Sanitation. More than one third of the world’s population still lacks access to adequate sanitation.
Environment - Plastic Less Society
“Plastic less Society. It is possible’ is the noble idea by which VOICE Trust Madurai in collaboration with and financial support from the Department of Environment, Government of Tamilnadu came together. Organized a series of programmes in the Districts of Tirunelveli and Sivagangai among the general public and school children to bring awareness among the people.
Training for SHG Women’s
Voice Trust conducted a training on“ Herbal and Medicinal plants cultivation” for 300 women of various Self-help group in and around Madurai with support from Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP), Govt. Of .Tamilnadu. Mr. Sambath, IFS, District Forest Officer, Dindigul was the Chief Guest and by T. Murugesan, Founder, Voice Trust felicitated the Trainees. . Eminent Resource Persons handled the training sessions. They explained how to develop our economic growth through cultivation of Herbal & Medicinal Plants by way of Organic Farming.
Voice Trust organized a training on“ Nursery development and Horticulture crops” on February 06 th and 7th 2015, in the State Horticulture Farm poovani, Srivilliputhur for SHG women with the support of Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP), Govt. Of Tamilnadu. Mr. Periyasamy, Asst. Executive Engineer (Rtd.), Agri. Engineering, inaugurated the programme.
Exposure Visit Training Programme
An Exposure Visit for agricultural farmers of Dindigul District was organized during the month of May 2015.This Programme was funded by DWDA Dindigul.The Total amount of funding for the programme was Rs.Six Lakhs and Thirty Thousand Only.500 Farmers from various parts of Dindigul District Participated in the Exposure Visit.
Importance Of Literacy
Support From: Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Govt of Tamil Nadu Beneficiary: MGNREGS Workers (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme) Women.
Area Covered: 7 Rurban Gram Panchayat (including 18 cluster villages) in Sivagangai Block, Sivagangai District.
Road Safety Programs by Voice Trust
Road Safety has been one of the priority areas in which Voice Trust Madurai has been concentrating in the last one decade.
“A Journey from Dusk to Dawn”-a Joint Effort of Voice Trust India and own days Singapore.
VOICE TRUST was registered in 1997 to enhance the well being of the rural people living in relatively isolated and sparsely populated areas in southern Tamil Nadu.
In the course of time, VOICE trust realized the significance of ensuring community health in all rural areas of the district besides social and economic development initiatives.
Dengue Health Education
Health education is essential for the control of diseases such as dengue, ensuring that community members understand the mechanisms of infection and the key behaviours or activities that need to be addressed to prevent transmission, reduce severe disease and avoid fatalities.
Provison Of Clothes To Those In Need
Voice Trust is working for the welfare of society since the last 23 years. Food, Cloth and Shelter are the three basic needs of common people. Many among India’s poor and underprivileged lack adequate clothing. Voice Trust takes a step to provide clothes to the peoples in rural and slum areas of Madurai. To give an underprivileged person a pair of clothes is as good as dressing him with self-respect.
HIV/AIDS Awareness Programmes
The number of people living with HIV/AIDS in India is an alarming 2.47 million. According to recent UN and AIDS-Backed government estimates, 0.36 percent of the country’s more than 1.1 billion population.
Medical Treatment at Peoples Doorstep
Voice Trust Medical camps with support from Government DD Health Services held in different panchayats of Madurai is an initiative to take the Medical facilities to the People’s Doorsteps during this unprecedented time of Covid-19. These Medical camps are organized in accordance to our Government, advising Senior citizens and Children to stay indoors and to discourage unnecessary travel for Health ailments amid the lockdown to curb the spread of COVID-19. The Free Medical Camps (Medical Treatment at People’s Doorsteps) were conducted at 10 different places in Madurai East Block from 27th June 2021 to 28th July 2021. A total of 397 people benefitted through these camps.
These Medical camps provide the poor population overall physical examinations which include eyes and health check-ups, assessment of the functioning of vital organs like the heart, lungs, digestive system, liver, kidneys, and immune system. These Medical camps provide diagnosis, treatment and medication at the patients’ door steps.
The objective of the health camps is toprovide primary health care services including both curative and preventive components through provision of timely screening, diagnosis and treatment on the one hand and awareness generation and counseling on the other to ensure holistic health and well-being. Through these camps referral services are provided to those in need of specialized medical facilities.
Medical Camps at Various Places
Bharathipuram
Kaliamman Koil Street
Kalikappan Village
Chinna Pandikoil Street
Othapatti
Pandiankottai
Samudhayakudam
Veerapandian Nagar
Seeman Nagar
