Church of North India Social Service Institute

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International Women's Day was organized at CNISSI on 16th March 2024. Mrs. Shalini Dupare , the first lady of the Nagpur Diocese was the Chief Guest of the program for a theme" Invest In Women accelerate progress". The others Guests were Mrs. Neerja Prasad, National Secretary for ICWM and Dr. Ms. Kalpana Jadhav, Treasurer for ICWM. Mrs. Neerja Prasad delivered the talk on accelerating the progress by meaningfully investing in women. Mrs. Aradhana Upadhyay earlier welcomed the Guest and later talked about role of the women in the society and how CNISSI is investing in women by building their capacity. Dr. Ms. Kalpana Jadhav encouraged the women with a meaningful poem. The Women's group welcomed the guest with a song and shared their experiences of how they were benefitted while there association with CNISSI. The trainees of Skill development unit of CNISSI presented themselves in a attire of the influential women of the society. Mrs Shalini Dupare, Chief Guest of the program in her talk congratulated the women and the trainees for their confidence and encouraged them . Prizes were given to the best trainees in the attire of Influential women. Mrs. Shanta Barsagade shared about the intervention of CNISSI among the women of the slum and rural areas.

Rev. Karim David Memorial Lecture was organised by NCCI-URM on 20th April 2024 at CNISSI Nagpur . Rev. Karim David was the founder Director of CNISSI (ISI) and also laid foundation of many struggle movements and union such as Rickshaw pullers movement called "CHALAK MALAK ", Nagpur Orange Growers Association (NOGA) which later became a well-known NOGA Factory in Nagpur. Rev. Dr. Asir Ebenezer, General Secretary, NCCI delivered the inspirational talk about Rev Kareem David sir's life and lessons learnt. Ms. Vimal Jadhav , Director CRTDP and the family members of late Karim David were present on this occasion. Mr. Vilas Shende and Ms. Vimal Jadhav shared their experiences of working with Rev. Karim David. Mrs. Aradhana Upadhyay, Director, CNISSI welcome the gathering and Mr. Rajesh Jadhav, coordinator, VCLC, conducted the proceedings of the program. The program was attended by Social Activists from different states and local NGO 's.

A skill training program for the tailoring trade began on 22nd March 2024, at CNISSI. The trainees are benefited through the PM Vishwakarma Scheme an initiative designed to offer comprehensive assistance to artisans and craftspeople nationwide. The skill training under the scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship and provide benefits to people working in several trades, like craftsmen, artisans, and workers in the informal sector. Mr. Hemant Sonare, Chairman of Textile association, Mr. Vilas Shende, Vice President, CNISSI and Mrs. Aradhana Upadhyay were the speakers on this occasion.

workshops for two days, each was organised on 17th - 18th January 2024 and 29th - 30th January 2024 in Malegaon and Bhramni village respectively. The workshop benefited 60 women directly for the sustainability of their livelihood through skill and entrepreneurial training.
CNI- Social Service Institute is thankful to Goodearth Minchem PVt. Ltd for their meaningful contribution through CSR to support societal initiatives specifically designed for women from economically weaker sections of rural communities, With the CSR initiative of Goodearth Minchem Pvt. Ltd. Church of North India Social Service Institute(CNI-SSI)has organised a Women Empowerment Programme which aims to provide them with sustainable economic livelihood opportunities through skills and entrepreneurial training. Women are motivated so that they can build up small groups for self-employment and micro-enterprises.

Savitri Bai Phule jayanti was celebrated on 4th January 2024 at wanjra slum. The objective was to inculcate the qualities of gender justice. Mrs. Aradhana Upadhyay Director CNI-SSI in her talk shared how Savitri Bai Phule started school for girls and women facing all the odds. The women and children of the slum were benefitted. The children presented cultural expression and gifted beautiful hand made greeting cards to the guest. While the women shared their experiences.

75th Republic Day was celebrated at CNI-SSI on 26th January 2024. Mrs. Priya Anthony was the chief guest and hoisted the National flag of the country. Mrs. Shalini Kurude retd. The principal was a guest of honour. The trainees presented cultural expression. The guests and Director CNI-SSI motivated the trainees with their talk.

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Glimpses of Christmas celebration 2023 at CNISSI.
Thanks to the respected Bishop Paul Dupare, Dy. Moderator CNI Synod, Bishop of CNI Nagpur Diocese and President CNISSI, and the Board members for their gracious presence. It was the time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Bishop Paul Dupare delivered the Christmas message on this occasion. Trainees , women beneficiaries of Self Help Groups and Children of Child development initiative of CNISSI presented cultural expression. Mrs. Aradhana Upadhyay presented PPT on activities of CNISSI. The winners of various competitions organized during Annual Competitions were given mementos on this occasion. The program was well attended by the By the beneficiaries and well wishers of CNISSI. The team of CNISSI worked hard to make this program a success.

May your journey through the New Year be filled with laughter, love, and the discovery of new horizons. Happy New Year to you and your family!

May the magic of Christmas fill your home with love, your heart with warmth, and your life with joy." "Wishing you a Christmas wrapped in peace, tied with love, and adorned with goodwill." "May this festive season bring you moments of reflection, joy, and the company of those you hold.
Merry Christmas to all of you.

Mehandi competition was conducted on 18th October '23 for the trainees of CNISSI as part of creative skills. It was good to note that boy trainees also participated. Apart from girl trainees.

Vocational training offered at CNISSI for self employment.

Interns from NCCI visited CNI-SSI on 6th October 2023 to understand the interventions of the CNI-SSI for community Development. They visited a training section for skill development training and Self Help Group where women and youth are empowered.

Vocational skill training offered at CNI-SSI for youth and women. Grab the opportunity. For details call on the number given.

Teacher's Day was celebrated today on 5th September 2023 at CNI-SSI. The trainees presented cultural expressions to show their love and respect for the teachers. Games were organised for the staff. Prizes were distributed to the winners. During the program certificate and prizes were distributed to the trainees also for Rakhi making competition conducted in August 2023.

Intervention of CNISSI in rural areas for the wholistic development of the children. Children are taught value based education apart from their academic syllabus. Children are encouraged to take part in various competitions organised by CNISSI to develop leadership skills and public speaking.

Vegetables in Allestree farm of CNISSI.

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A Children's Get together was organized by CNISSI on 23rd June 2023 at Malegaon Village. The objective was to encourage the children and develop confidence among them. The Sarpanch of the village , Gram Sabha Members , Dr. Ms. Kalpana Jadhav , attended the program and were happy to note the change in the children. The Children presented cultural expression. prizes were distributed to encourage and motivate the children. CNISSI is working with the children in Malegon and lakori village of Katol Block. It was good to observe Joy and happiness among the children. The team of CNISSI worked hard to make this program a success.

Church of North India Social Service Institute (CNI-SSI), working for and with downtrodden and marginalized women, youth, children and farmers in the Vidharbha region of Maharashtra through various initiatives. While Indian Christian Women’s Movement (ICWM) , working for the cause of justice to the women of the society who are vulnerable. jointly organized a program on 15th March 2023 at CNI-SSI Sadar Nagpur to celebrate international women’s Day. The theme of the program was “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality”, to aware about growing cyber crime and also to recognize and celebrate the women and girls who are championing the advancement of transformative technology and digital education. ”.
Dr. Ashok Bagul, ACP, cyber crime and Additional charge, Pratapnagar Police station was the chief guest and Mrs Anna Nikalje, Principal Wilson College, Mumbai, was guest of honor for the program.

CNISSI reaching out to the children of villages in Katol block through the project empowering children shaping the future. Children are educated with the help of charts, audio and visual. Also various competition are conducted and prizes are given to encourage the children to give their best.

Women's empowerment meetings at slums. CNISSI's interventions is making difference in the life of these women. A noted change is observed in the way think about themselves and society.