Colorss
has always been focused and has constantly been utilizing the opportunities
that have come its way, to stand by its vision of empowering and developing the
under-privileged children of the society. This time it was collaboration with Nielsen, the global leader in
measurement and information that took the attempts of turning its vision to
reality, to the next level altogether. In what was termed as a mega event by
its founder, the partnership with Nielsen Office at Baroda helped Colorss truly
realize key objectives of its project – Colors of Life.
The association with Nielsen, Vadodara
happened when Colorss proposed and organized a Self-Defense workshop for the
former’s female employees on the 26th of April 2013. Anand, the
founding director of Colorss, took keen interest in putting across several
powerful and useful techniques of self-defense to the women employees. Some
pictures from the events can be seen here.
The employees were more than excited and appreciative of the session. They also
went on to quote this experience as being wonderful and helpful in making them
more confident at times of need. See what Jimsy Kuriakose
from Nielsen had to say about the workshop.
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| Founder Chairman Mr. Koti teaching self-defense technique at Nielsen Baroda |
In the second half of the day, the
Nielsen’s turned hosts to little guests from slums in Sanjay Nagar, Vadodara.
These 30-35 children aged between 5 and 15 years are part of the educational
program of Colorss. Thanks to the Nielsen employees who took great interest in
giving a unique and memorable experience to the kids. From giving them a guest
pass, walking them through the security and the buildings to making them feel
at home and building rapport with the children, the enthusiasm and concern
shown by the employees were definite indicators of how socially responsible
corporates are. This first of its kind interaction created a sort of vision; an
illustration of a big picture, in the kids, something they will always
remember.
As an extension to the event conducted
on the 26th April, the 10th of May yet again turned out
to be a great opportunity for these kids to showcase their talent and skills.
The employees of Nielsen once again invited the kids to their premises and this
time to add to the excitement the parents had to accompany their children.
While the hosts left no stone unturned to keep the spirits high and boost the
momentum, the kids too didn’t miss the chance to come up with dance
performances, mime shows and small acts that showed their sheer ability and
interest to learn new things and develop themselves on par with anyone else.
This fun filled event
was definitely a mega-event in all aspects and did everything to prop-up the
benefits stated by the educational program in its true sense.
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| Children performing Mime act at Nielsen Baroda |
Colorss whole heartedly thanks
Nielsen, Vadodara and its employees for lending great support and for
contributing towards its mission. Colorss appeals to all other corporates and
private bodies to join hands with it to work towards the betterment and
upliftment of the society.
If
you would like to benefit from our Self-Defense Workshop, please send an email
to contact@colorss.org
If
you would like to support Colorss in some manner, then please do register
as a volunteer with us. You can also contribute to Colorss by making a donation
here.
For
Love,
Anand
[Thanks
Raghu for the write-up]
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