What comes to your mind when you hear the word “volunteering?”
What comes to your mind when you hear the word “volunteering?” According to google, the word volunteer means “a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.” Let’s dive deep in this definition, what does it mean to “freely offer?” – it means “to give without being asked.” Many […]
Volunteering has enrich my life! Says Protik Basu
Protik is an Electrical Engineer and a MBA from Coventry University, UK. He is passionate about his work which does not only entail his professional commitments but also his social engagements. Protik is currently managing Godrej Properties’ facility management portfolio for Kolkata. He has about 10 years of work experience including an international stint at […]
When persistent knocking opens the door…
As I held the permission letter in hand I didn’t know what to think, feel or say! That was it. All the brainstorming, efforts for quick fix solutions, assimilating previous year’s progress report, listing of nearby government schools paid off.. If only I could read the letter and rejoice! Yes, being illiterate in the local […]
Volunteering Reflection: Gautam Chanda
Today we share with you special volunteering reflection… Goutam Chanda, he takes interest in conducting workshops, interacting with youths. He comes with a reach experience; feedback on his ways has been very impressive. Here he shares his experiences as a volunteer… My blog…Goutam Chanda In the Seva Kendra Calcutta Livelihood Center, a bright group of […]
We can do it..Volunteering will change lives
10 energetic volunteers on the 6th Nov had reached Guruasara Trust, after a hectic day at work but with loads of joy to share with the children of the NGO partner. Celebrating Diwali with children while painting the diyas to light up every corner of the home was the day’s excitement while the volunteers had […]
The Volunteers of Raipur
We did it!
We served the Volunteering Engagement Celebration with what we are pioneered in; as Volunteering is one of the best ways to learn and put hands on a project. To mark the activity memorable and impactful, team Seva Kendra Calcutta has designed low cost solar lighting solution to disadvantaged households through a responsible and sustainable approach […]
A good start for the year 2016!
As millions of people ushered in 2016 with new resolutions, fireworks and parties; we celebrated our New Year in style! A day filled with fun N frolic was organized for the children with SHM at Rebecca Ground, a name well known in the city of Howrah. It was all smiles everywhere when the event kicked […]
The ‘Big Heart’ of Volunteering
Yesterday, I had the chance to witness the Annual day of Ashwini Charitable Trust (ACT) , a non governmental organization that educates and empowers underprivileged children from urban slums in Bangalore. Not just any annual day but their 15th Annual Day…15 years of service in Bangalore started with 9 children and currently supporting 300+ through their programme. […]
Start 2016 with an Epic Volunteering Event!
The Skill marathon 2016 – (Mumbai) Skill Marathon is a unique fun way to bring in social change by contributing your skills on a single Saturday. You will meet many passionate change makers and other volunteers like yourself to work on exciting projects that contribute towards solving critical social problems. Our on-boarded NGO partners, work […]