First-Year Volunteer Training Series Begins On 6th September 2025, Vidiyal’s first-year volunteers kicked off the first of 22 trainings with a full-day session on Child Psychology. The focus was on Developmental Psychology, drawing from Erik Erikson’s psychosocial theory, and exploring its relevance to children’s growth and experiences. The methodology emphasized deep self-analysis and connecting personal realities with the realities…
Sitralai Vattam and Nizhalthirai Arangam – September 2025 On 7th September 2025, Vidiyal Training Centre hosted two vibrant child-centered forums — Sitralai Vattam (Ripple Circle) in the morning and Nizhalthirai Arangam (Image Media Club) in the afternoon. The Sitralai Vattam was facilitated by Dr. C. Jim Jesudoss under the theme “சிறார் நீதி சட்டம்” (Juvenile Justice Act). True to his interactive style, Jim annan…
Quarterly Training for Staff and Volunteers – September 2025 On 14th September 2025, Vidiyal hosted its Quarterly Training for Staff and Volunteers at the Vidiyal Training Centre. The full-day session focused on “An Introduction to the Constitution of India.” The day began with an inspiring opening song by Mr. Arul from Vanmuhil, Tirunelveli, which set a lively and thoughtful tone….
Empowering Children at Tiruchendur: Vidiyal Camp 2025 Vidiyal recently organized a five-day residential camp from 27th Sep to 1st October 2025 at Tiruchendur under the theme “களத்தில் நின்று போராடு, வெற்றி என்றும் உன்னோடு.” Close to 100 children from Vidiyal’s urban and rural program areas participated in this life-shaping journey. The camp offered a vibrant mix of…
International Day of the Girl Child Celebration at Vidiyal – 2025 The International Day of the Girl Child was celebrated on October 11th and 12th at the Vidiyal Training Centre with the theme “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis.” This two-day event was an entirely girls’ and…
Diwali Celebration at Vidiyal Main Centre The celebration was filled with fun games, laughter, and festive spirit, as children participated enthusiastically and enjoyed the activities. To mark the occasion, sweets were distributed, adding to the joy and togetherness of the day. The event reflected Vidiyal’s tradition of celebrating diversity, unity, and happiness through every festival.
Ripple Circle – Choosing What I Eat Is My Basic Right The Ripple Circle held on 26th October 2025 focused on the theme “உண்ணும் உணவை தெரிவு செய்வது, எனது அடிப்படை உரிமை” (Choosing What I Eat Is My Basic Right). The session was facilitated by Mr. Arul from Vanmuhil, Tirunelveli, who is well known for his unique and engaging way of communicating through fun and meaningful songs,…
Social Audit on Environmental Justice – Final Presentation and Experience Sharing The Social Audit on Environmental Justice was held on 26th October 2024 at Sakthi-Vidiyal. The event featured the final presentations of audit experiences and findings, where participants shared their insights from conducting social audits in their communities. The program began with Welcome and Context Setting by Mr. S. Anil Godwin Kumar, followed by Experience…
Ripple Circle and Image Media Club – November 2025 Ripple Circle and Image Media Club – November 2025 On 2nd November 2025, the Ripple Circle was held in the morning, anchored by Mr. S. Muthu. The session focused on “The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.” Mr. Muthu explained the key provisions of the Act, highlighting the…
Boys Standing for Gender Equality (BS4GE) Theme: Initiating Equality – Social Change is My Responsibility The Boys Standing for Gender Equality (BS4GE) initiative at Vidiyal continues its mission to nurture boys as advocates of equality. The two-day programme brought together boys from diverse backgrounds to reflect on gender norms, privilege, and respectful relationships. The event began with the Inaugural Ceremony,…
