Social Work

Department: Department of Social Work

Year of Establishment: 1998

Courses Offered :

• M.S.W (Human Resource Management, Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, Community Development)
• M.Phil (Full-Time)
• Ph.D (Part-Time)

Facilities:

No. of Classrooms: 4
No. of Department Library: 1

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Faculty Details

Dr. I. Maria Yesuraja – Professor & Head

Qualification : M.A(S.W).,M.Sc(Psy.).,MBA.,M.A(Eng).,M.Phil.,P.G.D.P.M.,D.C.A.,D.L.L.,Ph.D.,
Email : yesuraja24@gmail.com
Mobile : 9944800192
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Ms. Nikhitha C.S. – Assistant Professor

Qualification : MSW.,M.Sc(Psy).,BCC.,
Email : nikishylam@gmail.com
Mobile : 09746224724
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Mr. A. Bellaro John Regan – Assistant Professor

Qualification : MSW., M.A.(Phil)., M.A.(Tamil)., M.Sc. Appl. Psy., CIG.,(Ph.D).,
Email : bellarojohnregan@gmail.com
Mobile : 09786815894
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Ms.Nandhini Devi C – Assistant Professor

Qualification : MSW.,MBA.,M.Phil.,PGDCG.,
Email : nandhinimanju90@gmail.com
Mobile : 9400405375
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UNIVERSITY RANKS

Activities[2021-2022]:

• The Department of Social Work and Institution’s Innovation Council jointly organized a State Level Seminar on, Power of Positivity in Social Work Profession” on 19.04.2022. Dr.M.Premalatha, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, SNMV College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore was the Resource Person and motivated the social work students on the Power of Positivity in Social Work Profession. She said, “Social Workers, by changing their Attitude, Behaviorand Thinking, spread the positivity among the people and transform them to bring change in the society”. The Power of Positivity in the Social Work Profession can bring the change in the world, she added in her speech.
  
  

• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College signed MoU with Mano-Shanthi Charitable Trust, Coimbatore – one of leading institutions for Counselling and Guidance on 19.04.2022, Tuesday. MoU was signed by Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, Sree Narayana Guru College and Mr.K.Magesh, Director, Mano- Shanthi Charitable Trust. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work said, the MoU will help the Social Work students for fulfilling their education aspects like Field Work Trainings, Interships and Job Opportunities. Moreover, Its an effective tool for carrying out collaborative programmes and projects for the betterment of the students in their future career.
  

• In Connection with the World Water Day, The Department of Social Work & National Service Scheme (NSS) of Sree Narayana Guru College organized an Extension Activity on, “Importance of Water” on 22.03.2022. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, felicitated the students. II MSW Students and NSS Volunteers visited the nearby Adopted Village of the Institution C.G.Pudur and shared the Importance of Water to the people by distributing the Pamphlets.
  

• The Department of Social Work organized a Capacity Building Programme on 03.03.2022. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.T.Priyadharaini, Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, CSI Bishop Appasamy CAS, Coimbatore, acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on, ““Strengthening Social Work Skills. The Resource Person inspired the young budding Social Workers through her motivational speech and asked the students, to equip, enlarge and excercise the Social Work Knowledge to excel in the profession
  

• In Connection with the National Martyrs’ Day, the Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College, jointly organized Awareness Pledge against Untouchability on 29.01.2022. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, felicitated the gathering. Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, NSS Programme Officer, welcomed the gathering and administered the Pledge against Untouchability.
  

• The Department of Social Work organized an Extension Activity through an Awareness Programme on, “Eradication of Plastics & Promotion of Conventional Bags” on 28.01.2022 at Shornur, Palakkad, Kerala. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, felicitated the students. The I MSW Students (Ms. Haffisa Thasneem K.A. and Mr.Sudheesh Mohan K.S.) created Awareness on, “Eradication of Plastics” by distributing Conventional Bags to the public at Shornur Bus Stand. The Students explained the school going students, college students and the public about the disadvantages of plastics, advantages of Conventional Bags and created awareness among them.
  

• The Department of Social Work organized an Extension Activity cum Community Organization Programme on, “DENGUE FEVER” on 13.01.2022. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.K.Narayanasamy, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Biochemistry, Sree Narayana Guru College acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on, “Dengue Fever” to the Students. The Resource Person gave awareness to the students about the Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Treatment and Preventive Measures of Dengue Fever.
  

• In connection with the National Communal Harmony Week from 19.11.2021 to 25.11.2021, the Department of Social Work organized a seminar on, “Unity in Diversity” on 25.11.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Mr.Reji T.R., II MSW Student acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on Unity in Diversity to the students. In his address, he highlighted that this day is observed to encourage national integration, peace, affection and communal harmony among Indian people of all religions. Communal harmony ensures that every religion gets equal treatment, and tolerance builds amongst citizens, he added.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a Capacity Building Programme on, “Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills” on 15.12.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Mr.Anshad V.K., Asst.Professor, Department of Social Work, SAFA College of Arts and Science, Pookkattiri, Kerala, was invited as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on, “Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills”. The Resource Person explained the Students on the significance and steps of problem solving and Decision Making Skills. “Making decisions and solving problems are two key areas in life” said the Chair of the Day.
  

• In connection with the WORLD AIDS DAY, the Department of Social Work organized an Community Organization Programme on, “END INEQUALITIES” on 01.12.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, inaugurated the event. The I MSW Students (Ms.Nandhini M.N. and Ms.Ajitha Baby) observed the World AIDS Day and created awareness by symbolizing the AIDS Logo with the college Staff and Students.
  
  
• In connection with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Social Work organized an Extension Activity cum Community Organization Programme on 03.12.2021 at Koduvayur Panchayat Hall. The I MSW Students (Mr. Basil Biju and Mr.Muhammed Jereesh) observed the Day through an Awareness Talk on, “Persons with Disabilities towards post Covid’19 World”.
  The Social Work Students promoted an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities among the Panchayat People. They also increased awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College acted as an Institution Partner and organized an International Conference on Sustainability and Climate Action powered by Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation and organized in association with The Social Town Foundation, Kochi, Kerala on 28-29 August 2021. Our organizing partners were WATSAN Envirotech and Silverink Foundation. Institution partners are Social Work Dept of University of Lagos and Nethaji Memorial Arts and Science College ( Nemmara). Mr.Sanjay Vashist, Director, Climate Action – Network South Asia and Ms. Lamilisa Morayo Olubunmi, Chairperson, NASoW ( Nigerian Association of Social Workers) were invited as Resource Persons for the International Conference. “The Sustainability and Climate Action stands in the hands of today’s younger generation”, said by the Resource Persons. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, delivered the Key Note Address. Ms.Neenu Rathin, Founder & CEO, Social Town Foundation, welcomed the gathering and introduced about the conference. Mr.N.Rahul, Founder of ATESH & Silverink Foundation, proposed the vote of thanks.
  
• As part of the Extension Activity, the Department of Social Work celebrated the Children’s Day at Govt.High School and Panchayat Union Primary School, K.G.Chavadi, Coimbatore on 16.11.2021. The MSW Students conducted various competitions for the school students and motivated them. Mrs.J.Jakkirunnisa Begam, Head Mistress, G.H.School, acted as a Chief Guest and emphasized the History of Children’s Day in her address. Mrs.K.Tamil Selvi, Head Mistress, P.U.P.School, acted as a Guest of Honor and highlighted the importance of the Children’s Day in her speech. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work cum Convenor of Extension Activities, appreciated all the Students and said, “Children are the Strength of a Nation and foundation of Society”. The Dignitaries distributed prizes to the winners.
  
  
• Interdependental Essay Wtiting Competition jointly organized by the Department of Social Work and Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore.
  
• An Innovative Initiative 2021 (Neemosphere – 2021 Challenge) is taken by the Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, in association with Neem Software and The Social Town Foundation, Ernakulam.
  Neemosphere is a simple but profound step towards Sustainability. The project Neemosphere emphasis a culture of planting a tree and nurturing it. Let us grow trees and weave a green canopy for our mother nature.
  Ways to take part;
  * Arrange a seed or Sapling
  * Plant it
  * Click a picture and WhatsApp the details to +91-6238564340
  * Receive your e-certificate of appreciation.
  * Enjoy nurturing your green friend.
  
• In Connection with the Birth Anniversary of Tamilnadu Social Reformer Shri.E.V.Ramasamy, the Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College Jointly observed the Social Justice Day by way of organizing an Oath Taking Ceremony on 17.09.2021.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore organized Student Development Programme on, “Application of Skills in Social Work Profession” on 31st July 2021, Saturday.Dr M Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Mr.G.Saravanakumar, Counsellor, Tele Counselling Unit (WAR ROOM), Collectorate, Coimbatore was invited as a Resource Person. The proud alumnus of the Department of Social Work delivered a talk on, “Application of Skills in Social Work Profession” with all his field knowledge and personal experiences.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore organized Professional Development Programme for Non Teaching Staff on, “KSA Framework” on 29th July 2021, Thursday.
  Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College, acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on KSA Framework. During the session, the Resource Person enhanced their knowledge and developed their skills and abilities to perform their daily work to be effective and efficient in timely manner and increase their ability to convince the Stakeholders to enroll in the Institution and trust their future.
  
• Student Develolment Programme – Three days Online Certificate Course Series on, “Good Governance and Effective Participation” organized by the Department of Social Work in association with YUVA Active Advocacy Forum, Chennai from 28.06.2021 to 30.06.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, inaugurated the programme. Ms.Aishwaya Kalpathi, CEO & Founder of YUVA Active Advocacy Programme, graced the occasion. Ms.Mirium, Training Coordinator, YUVA was the Resource Person for the programme. The participants were trained on three different titles such as Structure of the Government, Right to Information Act 2005 & Laws every Indian Citizen must know. The Resource Person enriched the knowledge of the students through her fantabulos and informative presentation. The active participation by the students lead to the success of the programme.
  
• The Department of Psychology and Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College Jointly Organized National Level Webinar on “Social Resilience: A Way Out of Pandemic Crisis” on 26.06.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.S. Sampathkumar, Professor and Head, Department of Sociology and Population Studies, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, was invited as a Resource Person. “Social Resilience is the ability of a human community to cope with and adapt to stresses such as Social, Political, Environmental or Economic Change” said the Resource Person. Good listening to build Social Resilience is as simple as ABCDE (Attend, Be there, Caring, Don’t interrupt and Encourage) added in his address.
  
• The I MSW Students have created an Awareness Video in connection with the World Environment Day on 05.06.2021. During the Pandemic, the Students took an initiative to plant Saplings at home and also have created awareness to people through posters.
  
• In association with Swasthi Foundation, Ernakulam, I MSW Students (Mr.Noyal Sebastián, Ms Litty K George, Mr.Vikas and Mr Vaishnav V) participated as Volunteers in the COVID Counselling Centre and involved in Tele Counseling to peoples during COVID’19 from 01.05.2021 to 31.05.2021.
• In connection with World Environment Day, the Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru Youth Club and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore jointly organized State Level Webinar on, “Ecosystem Restoration” on 05.06.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Mr. Blesso J Yesudian, Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, Vidhyasagar College of Arts and Science, Udumalpet was invited as a Resource Person. In his address, the Resource Person said, “Become aware of your natural resources, watch the birds and love them, know about the nature and enjoy with it, have concern towards environment and protect them with your heart”.
  
• As part of the Extension Activity, the Department of Social Work celebrated the Children’s Day at Govt.High School and Panchayat Union Primary School, K.G.Chavadi, Coimbatore on 16.11.2021. The MSW Students conducted various competitions for the school students and motivated them. Mrs.J.Jakkirunnisa Begam, Head Mistress, G.H.School, acted as a Chief Guest and emphasized the History of Children’s Day in her address. Mrs.K.Tamil Selvi, Head Mistress, P.U.P.School, acted as a Guest of Honor and highlighted the importance of the Children’s Day in her speech about Children are the Strength of a Nation and foundation of Society.
  
• In connection with the International Yoga Day, the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College jointly organized a State Level Webinar on, “Maintain the beauty of our soul and body by learning Yoga” on 21.06.2021. Dr.N.Rathika, Assistant Medical Officer and Lecturer, Govt. Yoga and Naturopathy College and Hospital, Chennai was invited as a Resource Person. The Chief Guest delivered a wonderful presentation on how to maintain the beauty of our soul and body by learning Yoga. She also gave a lot of tips to the participants on how to do yoga and when to do yoga. Who can do Yoga and who should avoid Yoga were discussed during the webinar.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, organized an International Webinar on, “Current Scenario of Social Work Profession: Opportunities, Challenges and Strategies” on 11.06.2021. Bharatratna Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam Gold Medal Awardee, Mr.Jinu Francis, Counsellor, Community Support Professional, Nova Scotia from Canada (MSW Alumni: 2009 – 2011) was invited as a Resource Person. In his address, the Resource Person said, “Social Work Profession is a career like no other and it requires more passion, commitment and willingness to give self”. Various challenges in the profession and the different strategies to overcome the same was discussed by the Chief Guest. Finally, he enlightened the participants by sharing a lot of opportunities in the Social Work Profession in abroad. Social Work Professionals and Students participated in the webinar and got benefitted.
  

  Activities[2020-2021]:

• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore has organized as State Level Webinar on, “Issues, Challenges and Opportunities of CSR during COVID’19” on 29.05.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Ms.D.Antonette Lydia, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore was invited as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on the Issues, Challenges and Opportunies of CSR during COVID’19. The Webinar paved way to enhance the knowledge on CSR and especially during COVID’19. The participants were also inculcated on the Career Opportunities in CSR and Skills required to excel in CSR to do the same effectively.
  
• Department of Psychology and Social Work jointly organized an International Workshop on “Moving from Student life to Corporate Life” on April 30th 2021. Ms.Uma Ranganathan Ryan, Director-Talent Development, Rudolph and Sletten, San Francisco, USA served as resource person. The focus group of participants were final year out going students of under graduation and post-graduation of any discipline. Final year is a transition period from student hood to employment. Preparing students to face challenges and skills that require to fulfill corporate expectations. The present workshop focused to impart knowledge and skills necessary for students who aspire to do higher studies or work both in India and abroad. The skills and behavior characteristics that require meet those standards are basic etiquettes, communication skills, time management, goal setting, public speaking and presentation skills. Theoretical and practical ideas with corporate culture and expectations are imparted with group activities.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized a National Level Webinar on *Professional Values, Role and Applicability of Counselling in Social Work Practice* in connection with World Social Work Day on 16.03.2021, Wednesday. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.J.B.Chandrasekar, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya College of Arts Science, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu was invited as a Resource Person and delivered talk on Professional Values in Social Work Practice. He enlighted the Social Work Professionals on Major Six Professional Values given by NASW. They are Service, Social Justice, Dignity and Worth of the Person, Importance of Human Relationships, Integrity and Competence. Ms.Sijiya Binu, Chairperson, Athma Mymind Mycare, Kannur, Kerala was invited as the Resource Person for the Second Session and delivered a talk on,”A new framework to understand the Role and Applicability of Counseling in Social Work Practice”. Madam enriched the young minds through her thought provoking words and mind blowing session with all her counseling experiences.
  
• The Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College jointly organized a *Signature Campaign* in view of the *General Assembly Elections 2021* on 27.03.2021. Dr.M.Ilangovan, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, encouraged the college students to vote fearlessly and make use of their democratic right during the upcoming General Election 2021. Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, NSS Programme Officer,coordinated the programme. Assistant Professors, Ms. Nikhitha C.S. and Ms.Sukanya K.K, NSS Programme Officers, Mr B Ramesh Kumar and Mr V Pratheep Kumar participated in the programme. The college students and NSS Volunteers actively participated in the Signature Campaign and assured 100% Voting in the ensuing General Election 2021.
  
• In Connection with the World Water Day, the I MSW Students (Ms.Megha and Mr.Vikas) of the Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized an Extention Activity on, “Importance of Water” and “Drawing Competition” to the Children on 22.03.2021, Monday, at Peruvamba, in Palakkad District, Kerala. Dr. M. langovan, Principal, president over the programme. Dr I Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, felicitated the gathering. Ms.Megha.S., I MSW student acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on, Importance of Water and Mr.Vikas, I MSW Student, organized Drawing Competition for the Children.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized a State Level Webinar on “Responsibility of Youth in General Election – 2021” on 22.03.2021, Monday. Dr. M. Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Mr.K.Nandhakumar, NSS Programme Officer cum Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Vidhyasagar College of Arts Science, Udumalpet, Tamilnadu. The Guest delivered a talk on, Responsibility of Youth in General Election 2021 and gave excellent input on the general election to the younger generation and specially focused the First Time Voters.
  
• Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College Jointly organized an Extention Activity on, “Election 2021” on 21.03.2021, Sunday in Palakkad District, Kerala. Dr.M.Ilangovan, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head cum UBA Coordinator, felicitated the Awareness Campaign. The MSW Students and NSS Volunteers created awareness to the public about the General Election 2021 by interacting and distributing the pamphlets. The Students covered the following public places in Palakkad District. Municipal Bus Stand, Kalmadapam, Town Bus Stand and Kenathuparambu.
  
• Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College Jointly organized an Extention Activity on, “Election 2021” on 20.03.2021, Saturday in Madukkarai Block, Coimbatore. Dr.M.Ilangovan, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head cum UBA Coordinator, inaugurated the Awareness Campaign. The MSW Students and NSS Volunteers created awareness to the public about the General Election 2021 by interacting and distributing the pamphlets. The Students covered K.G.Chavadi, Ettimadai, Thirumalayampalayam and Pichanur Villages. Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, NSS Programme Officer, coordinated the programme.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized a State Level Webinar on “Gender Equality in Current Scenario” on 17.02.2021, as part of Sree Narayana Guru Endowment Lecture Series. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.G.Anbuselvi, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, Sree Saraswathi Thyagaraja College, Pollachi, Tamilnadu was invited as the Resource Person. She enlightened the participants with her profound knowledge and experiences on Gender Equality in Current Scenario. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, welcomed the gathering and introduced the Chief Guest. Assitant Professors, Ms.Nikhitha C.S, Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, Ms Sukanya K.K. and Social Work Professionals from all over the globe participated and got benefitted out of the programme.
  
• The Department of Social Work & National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College jointly observed the National Voters’ Day by way of organizing an “Oath Taking Ceremony”. It is a moment of great privilege and pride for the democracy to celebrate the National Voter’s Day. It was organized to encourage and to empower more young voters to take part in the political process for strengthening of India’s participatory democracy. The Staff, Students, NSS and NCC Volunteers of Sree Narayana Guru College participated in the programme.
  
  
• In connection with the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme jointly organized a National Level Webinar on, ” Re-reading the Constitution with perspective of RPWD” on 03.12.2020 through Google Meet. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Smt.S.M.Abinaya, Sr.Advocate (Madras High Court), CSR Senior Consultant, National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD), Chennai, acted as a Resource Person and delivered a talk on, “Re-reading the Constitution with perspective of RPWD”.
  
• In Connection with the World Mental Health Day, A National Level Webinar was organized by the Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, on the theme, “Dependent Personality Disorder” on 10.10.2020, Saturday at11.00 a.m. through Google Meet. The Resource Person is: Mr.Alpha Chacko, Psychiatric Social Worker, K.G.Hospitals, Coimbatore.
  
• In Connection with the Youth Awakening Day, the Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme jointly organized one day State Level Webinar on, ” The Role of youth in National Development” on 15.10.2020 at 11.30 a.m. through Google Meet. Resource Person: Mr. Girisan E K, Associate Professor and Head, Dept of Computer Applications and IT, Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a National Level Webinar on, “Embracing the new normal” on 07.11.2020 at 11:30 a.m. through Google Meet. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Ms.Ranjitha Ambat, Principal, Ryan International School, Bangalore, acted as a Resource Person. “There are 5 key things that you can do to look after your own mental well-being, and they are just as relevant in Embracing the new normal, as before, but you may just need to apply them. They are Connecting with people, Be physically active, Learn new Skills, Give to others and Pay attention to the present moment” said the Resource Person. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, welcomed the participants and convened the National level Webinar.
  
• Indira Gandhi National Open University, Study Centre – 43084 & Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College. Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, jointly organized a National Level Webinar on “Mentally Healthy Life at this age of Pandemic” on 18.07.2020. Dr.V.Subathra, Principal of Sri Malolan College of Arts and Science, Chennai, was the Resource Person. Dr.D.R.Sharma, IGNOU – Regional Director, Madurai, presided over the programme. Dr.G.Anbalagan, IGNOU – Assistant Regional Director, Madurai, delivered the special address.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized a National Level Webinar on, “Community Driven Models and Strategies to Defeat COVID-19″ on 11.07.2020. The Resource Person was Dr. Jobi Babu, Assistant Professor, School of Social Work, Madurai Institute of Social Sciences.
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, organized a National Level Webinar on, “Significance of Professional Social Work in Child Welfare Systems” on 04.07.2020. The Resource Person was Mr.Jenson Cheriyan, Project Coordinator, District Child Protection Unit, Palakkad, Department of Women and Child Development, Govt. of Kerala.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a National Level Webinar (Exclusively for Students) on, “COVID-19 – A Psychosocial approach towards the trauma” on 17.05.2020. The Resource Person was Dr. Smijo Sebastian, Project Coordinator, Kuriakose Elias Service Society (KESS), Thrissur, Kerala.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a National Level Online FDP on, “COVID-19 – A Psychosocial approach towards the trauma” on 16.05.2020. The Resource Person was Dr. Smijo Sebastian, Project Coordinator, Kuriakose Elias Service Society (KESS), Thrissur, Kerala.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a National Level Online Student Development Programme on, “Life Skills & Career Development” on 16.05.2020. The Resource Person was Ms. Priya Rose K J, Life Skills Trainer, Bangalore.
  
• The Department of Social Work organized a National Level Online Faculty Development Programme on, “Application of ICT in Counselling Services” on 15.05.2020. The Resource Person was Dr. P. Jaya Kumar, Assistant Professor, Madurai Institute of Social Sciences, Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
  
• As a part of Extension Activity, In connection with the National Girl Child Day, the Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, organized Door to Door Campaign and created Awareness on, “Personal Health and Hygiene” on 24.01.2020 at C.G.Pudur, adopted village. MSW Students addressed on the act of maintaining cleanliness and grooming of the external body, maintaining good personal hygiene consists of bathing, washing hands, brushing teeth and sporting, clean clothing. They also added the importance of Personal Health and Hygiene and the benefits of Traditional Food Habits.
  
• In Connection with “Observation of National Girl Child Day” the Department of Social Work organized Guest Lecture on 24-01-2020, 10.30 AM. The II MSW Students Midhuna Bhasi. E, Tincy Vincent and Vismaya.V, delivered a Guest Lecture on, “Suicidal Prevention, Sexual Abuse & Menstrual Hygiene” at Government High School, K.G.Chavadi. In the Session, The Social Work Students addressed the Girl Children about the Suicide prevention methods and treatment based on risk factors. And, Child sexual abuse can occur in a variety of settings, including home, school, or work. Child marriage is one of the main forms of child sexual abuse; the effects of child sexual abuse can include depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, propensity to further victimization in adulthood, and physical injury to the child, among other problems. And finally, the girls Children were addressed about Personal Health and Hygiene.
  
  
• The Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College organized Two Day State Level Workshop on, “Participatory Rural Appraisal Techniques” from 03.10.2019 to 04.10.2019 at Seminar Hall. Resource Person: Dr.S.Udhayakumar, Guest Lecturer, Department of Social Work, Bharathiar University enlightened the Social Work Students how to incorporate the knowledge and opinions of people in the planning, management and development of projects and programmes through the Techniques of PRA through practical sessions in the nearby adopted villages.
  
  
• Silver Jubilee Commemorative Lecture Series Lecture on “Social Work Profession in the Contemporary Society” on 23-07-2019, 10 AM. Chief Guest: Dr. IPE VARUGHESE, Head, Dept. of Social Work, BCM College, Kottayam.
  
• Organized State Level Seminar on “Dimensions of Social Work Profession” on 16-07-2019. Chief Guest: Dr. K. Muralidharan, Former Professor & Head, Department of Social Work, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, inaugurated the seminar and addressed the students on “Dimensions of Social Work Profession” and Dr. Suja, Chairperson & Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, Amrita University, addressed the students on “Mental Health and Well-being”. Venue: Conference Hall.
  
• Organized Inauguration on 15-07-2019. Chief Guest: Dr. Thanuja Thomas, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Social Work, Nehru College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore delivered Lecture on “Scope of Professional Social Work”.
  

Activities[2018-19]

• The P.G. & Research Department of Social Work and National Service Scheme of our Institution jointly organized an Awareness Campaign on, “Election 2019” on 20.03.2019. Chief Guest: Ms. Supriya, the Revenue Inspector, Thirumalayampalayam Block, addressed the Students on, “Importance of Election 2019”. Students pledged 100% Vote Registration.
  
• Organized the Valedictory Function of Association of Social Work on 05^th March 2019 in the Conference Hall at 11.00 a.m. Chief Guest: Mr.P.Mohanprasath, Psychiatric Social Worker, Coimbatore Counselling Centre, was the Chief Guest and delivered a Guest Lecture on, “The Scope and Values of Professional Social Work”.    The Chief Guest enlightened the students on various scopes of Social Work and enkindled them to enhance their values of Social Work like Service to Humanity, Integrity, Hard Work and Commitment to excel in the field of Social Work.
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• The PG & Research Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore inaugurated the seven days MSW Rural Camp SAMYUKTA’19 at Panchayath Thozhil Shala in association with Kannadi Grama Panchayath, Palakkad on 20.02.19 at 10.30 am. Sri. K.A Venugopalan Panchayath President, Kannadi presided over the function. Smt. Binumol K, Chairperson Panchayath Health and Education Standing Committee, Palakkad District, inaugurated the MSW Rural Camp. Sri. P.M Vasu, Secretary, SNGET was invited as Chief Guest. Mr. Sajan. N Secretary, Kannadi Grama Panchayath. Ms. Ushakumari Chairperson, Kudumbasree, Dr.Ilangovan Principal, SNGC & Sri. Ramlal, Chairman, ACE Educational Charitable Trust, delivered the special address in the function.
  
• The Research Forum of PG & Research Department of Social Work organized two day State Level Workshop on, “Social Work Research and Statistical Applications” on Friday at 10.30 a.m. at Seminar Hall. Chief Guest: Dr.L.Ranjit, Asst.Professor & Head, Department of Social Work, NGM College, Pollachi, is invited as the Chief Guest and Resource Person for the two day State Level workshop.
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• The P.G. & Research Department of Social Work & National Service Scheme of Sree Narayana Guru College Jointly organized a Guest Lecture on, “CRISIS MANAGEMENT” on 28.12.2018, Friday at 2.00 p.m. in the College Conference Hall. Chief Guest: Dr.M.Saravanan, Associate Professor & Head, P.G. Department of International Business, was the Resource Person, and enlightened the students to have presence of mind while facing any type of crisis.
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• Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor and Head, Department of Social Work, acted as a Resource Person and delivered a speech on the “Poem of Bharathiar” during the celebration of the Birthday of Puratchi Kavi Bharathiar, on 11/12/2018, Tuesday at 02.00 p.m jointly organized by The National Service Scheme and Paavendhar Tamil Ilakkiya Mandram.
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• The P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, Human Rights Cell and National Service Scheme, of Sree Narayana Guru College, jointly organized an Awareness Rally on Human Rights Day on 10/12/2018, Monday from College Premises to Ettimadai Town. Chief Guest: Mr.S.Prabhakaran, Sub Inspector of Police, K.G.Chavadi Police Station, was the Chief Guest and flagged of the Rally in the presence of Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal.
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• The P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, National Service Scheme, of Sree Narayana Guru College in association with Shanti Ashram, Kovaipudur, organized an Awareness Programme and Observance of WORLD AIDS DAY on 04/12/2018, Tuesday. Chief Guest: Mr. G. Vijayaragavan, Head, Youth Leadership Programme from Shanti Ashram was the Resource Person and delivered a lecture on, “Impact of HIV & Challenges faced by Young people”. A Panel Discussion by People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) on “Social challenges faced by PLWHA” created awareness to the students.
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• The II MSW Students (Nandhakumar, Abinaya, Akhila & Theertha) observed the World Disability Day by distributing Food Packets to the Poor, Needy and the Disabled near Govt.Hospital, Coimbatore, on 03.12.2018, Monday.
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• The National Service Scheme and the P.G. & Research Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Jointly organized a Training Programme on, “Disaster Managmeent” on 08.11.2018, Thursday at 03.30 p.m. in the College premises. Dr.M.Ilangovan, Principal, presided over the programme. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Professor & Head, P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, was invited as the Resource Person. The Resource Person gave various tips to manage from the Natural Disasters. NSS Programme Officer, Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, welcomed the gathering. Asst. Professors of Social Work, Ms. Nikhitha C.S. and Ms. Sukanya K.K. participated in the programme. More than 40 staff participated and got benefited by this programme.
  
• Organized International Conference on “Enrichment of Human Relationship” on 12-10-2018, 10.30 AM. Venue: Vivekananda Hall. Chief Guest: Mr. M.N.Lukmanul Hakem, Psychotherapist – Advanced NLP Coach – Trainer from Colombo, Sri Lanka.
  
• Orgaized an Awareness Programme on World Mental Health Day 10.10.2018. Venue: Naveen Hospital,.Coimbatore. Resource Person: Mr.G.Vishnu Charan, Managing Director, Naveen Hospital.
• Orgaized Jack Fruit Fest on 05.10.2018. Venue: Smart Class Room – I. Resource Person: Mr.Shaji Elanjimattam
  Chief Coordinator, UPNRM Project of NABARD & Water Aid Peoples Service Society Palakkad.
• Orgaized a Motivational Talk on, “Social Work Profession” on 01.10.2018. Venue: Hall No: CS3.
  
• Orgaized Interdepartmental Elocution and Essay Writing Competition in connection with the International Day of Non Violence on 01.10.2018.
  
• Orgaized Signature campaign in connection with the Intrernational Day for the Older Persons on 01.10.2018.
  
• Organized Three day Residential Training Camp on “Techniques of Participatory Rural Appraisal” from 18.09.2018 to 20.09.2018 at Kadambur, Sathyamangalam. Chief Guest(s): Dr.S.Udhayakumar, Guest Faculty, Department of Social Work, Bharathiar University, Mr. R. Karnan Kamaraj, Director, TRED Solidarity Centre, Kadambur.
  
• Orgaized Guest Lecture on, “Legal Compliances” on 11.09.2018. Venue: Digital Library. Resource Person: Mr. R. Rajkumar, Unit HR, UHE LTD, Malumichampatty
  
• Orgaized Guest Lecture on, “Expectations of Employers” on 11.09.2018. Venue: Digital Library. Resource Person: Mr. Balasundaram E.S., Group HR, UHE LTD, Malumichampatty.
  
• Observed the World Literacy Day 08.09.2018. Venue: C.G.Pudur, Adopted Village. Resource Person: Mr. A.Bellaro John Regan, Assistant Professor, P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College.
  
• Organized Skill Based Training Programme on “Interpersonal Skills” on 07.09.2018. Venue: Hall No: CS3. Resource Person: Ms.Merlin Jenefer, Assistant Professor, Department of Forensic Science, Sree Narayana Guru Institute of Science and Management
  
• Organized “Talent Expo – 2018” on 04.09.2018.
  
• Organized an Environmental Awareness Programme on, “Reusing the Paper” on 03.09.2018. Resource Person: Mr.Barot Pradip, Odhav, Ahmedabad City, Gujarat.
  
• Celebrated the National Sports Day in association with the Department of Physical Education on 29.08.2018.
  
• Organized an Awareness Rally on, “Road Safety” on 28.08.2018 from College Campus to Ettimadai. Chief Guest (s) :Mr.S. Prabhakaran, Sub Inspector of Police, K.G.Chavadi Police Station & Mr.V. Ravikumar, Sub Inspector of Police, K.G.Chavadi Police Station
  
• Organized Saplings Plantation in connection with 72nd Independence Day Celebration on 15.08.2018 at P.U.E.School, C.G.Pudur. Chief Guest: Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Associate Professor & Head, P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College.
  
• MSW Students performed various thematic cultural events along with the school students in connection with the 72nd Independence Day Celebration on 15.08.2018 at P.U.E.School, C.G.Pudur. Chief Guest: Ms. Padmavathi Senathipathy, Chair Person of Educational Committee, C.G.Pudur.
  
• Celebrated the 72nd Independence Day Celebration on 15.08.2018 at P.U.E.School, C.G.Pudur. Chief Guest: Mr. G. Senathipathy, Secretary of Ettimadai Town.
  
• Organized Competitions in connection with 72nd Independence Day Celebration on 13.08.2018 at P.U.E.School, C.G.Pudur.
  
• Awareness on “Higher Education through IGNOU” on 11-08-2018. Venue: KG Pudhur.
  
• Guest Lecture on “MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES AMONGADOLESCENTS” on 10-08-2018, 11.30 AM. Chief Guest: Dr. SIJO GEORGE, Programme Development Officer, Centre for Wellbeing, SEESHA, Cbe.
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• Department inaugural function on 10-08-2018, 11.30 AM. Chief Guest: Dr. SIJO GEORGE, Programme Development Officer, Centre for Wellbeing, SEESHA, Cbe.
  
• Organized an Awareness Rally in connection with “World Breastfeeding Week” on 07.08.2018, 10.30 AM. Chief Guest: Mr.S.Prabakaran, Sub Inspector of K.G.Chavadi Police Station, inaugurated the Awareness Rally. More than 200 Social Work Students and NSS Volunteers participated in the rally.
  
• Skills Based Training Programme on “SOCIAL ANALYSIS” on 03-08-2018, 10 AM. Resource Person: Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Associate Professor & Head, MSW.
  
• Organized General Medical Camp in association with Nataraj Hospital on 29-07-2018, 10.30 AM at C.G.Pudur near K.G.Chavadi, Cbe. Shri. Ettimadai A. SHANUMUGHAM M.L.A., Kinaththukkadavu Legislative Assembly Constituency, inaugurated the medical camp. More than 250 people participated in the General Medical Camp.
  
• Organized a Guest Lecture on “COUNSELLING TECHNIQUES” on 28-07-2018, 10.30 AM. Resource Person: Dr. J. Nicolas Benedict, Counselling Psychologist, Naveen Mental Health Hospital, Coimbatore.
  
• Organized Saplings Plantation in association with NSS on 27.07.2018, 9.30 AM. Shri. T. S. Harishkumar, Secretary, SNGET planted saplings in the college premises.
  
• Organized a Skills Based Training Programme on “COUNSELLING SKILLS” on 27-07-2018, 10.30 AM. Resource Person: Mr. K. Mahesh, Counsellor, YWCA, Coimbatore.
  
• Organized a One Day Workshop on, “FINANCIAL WELLNESS” for all the staff members on 14.07.2018, Saturday at 10.30 AM. Venue: Vivekananda Hall. Resource Person: Mr.Kaushik Ramachandran, CEO & Founder of imoneyplant, Bangalore.
  
• Organized a Skills Based Training Programme on, “COMMUNICATION SKILLS” on 13-07-2018, 10.30 AM. Resource Person: Dr.A.J.MANJU, Associate Professor & Head, P.G. & Research Department of English.
  
• Organized an Awareness Rally on “World Population Day” on 10-07-2018, 10.30 AM. The Social Work Students and NSS Volunteers created awareness among the village people of C.G.Pudur near K.G.Chavadi, Coimbatore.
  
• Organized a Skills Based Training Programme on, “ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS” on 06.07.2018, 10.30 AM. Resource Person: Dr. M.Thangavel, Professor & Head, P.G. & Research Department of Microbiology.
  
• Organized a Guest Lecture on, “SOCIAL WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN ABROAD” on 03.07.2018, Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. Chief Guest: Mr.Riju Mathew, HR Manager, Petrolum Development of Omen.
  
• Organized a Special Motivational Talk on “COMPETENCY SKILLS IN SOCIAL WORK PROFESSION”, 02-07-2018, 1.30 PM. Chief Guest: Dr. D.Rajan, Former Professor & Head, Dept. of Social Work, PSG College of Arts and Science.
  
• Organized a Skills Based Training Programme on “OBSERVATION SKILLS” on 29-06-2018, 2.30 PM. Resource Person: Ms. Preksha R Doshi, Assistant Professor & HOD i/c, Department of Psychology. Venue: Seminar Hall.
  
• Organized a Special Talk on “The Recent Trends in Social Work Profession” on 26.06.2018, 02.00 PM, Hall No: CS3. Resource Person: Mr. Maaran, CSR Programme Officer, Karunya Univeristy.
• Guest Lecture on “Consequences of Drug Abuse” 26.06.2018, 10.30 AM, Seminar Hall. Chief Guest: Mr.R.Selvakumar Parthiban, Clinical Psychologist, Director, SAARAL Psychiatric Hospital, Coimbatore.
  
• Organized a Guest Lecture on “Importance of Yoga” in connection with the International Yoga Day on 22.06.2018. Resource Person: Mr.A.Bellaro John Regan, Asst.Professor, P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore.
  

Activities

• MSW department and YMCA jointly Organizes “World Women’s Day”  on 16.03.2018 at our college campus.  Mr. T N Hariharan, District Collector – Coimbatore Inaugurates the function. Dr T R Krishnan, Vice-Chairman, SNGET presides over.

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• The PG & Research Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, organized the Valedictory Function of Association of Social Work on 14th March 2018 at Seminar Hall at 10.30 a.m. Dr. T. R. Krishnan, Vice Chairman, SNGET, presided over the programme. Mr. BLESSO J. YESUDIAN, Head, Department of Social Work, Vidyasagar College of Arts and Science, Udumalpet was the Chief Guest and delivered a Guest Lecture on, “The recent trends in Human Resource Managementand Social Work Profession”. Dr. K.V.Surendran, Principal felicitated the gathering. Dr. I. Maria Yesuraja, Associate Professor & Head, PG & Research Department of Social Work presented the Annual Report of the Activities of the Association of Social Work. Mr.Theertha A., Vice Chairman of MSW Association welcomed the gathering. Mr. Bellaro John Regan, Association In Charge, proposed a vote of thanks. The staff members of Social Work Department, Ms.Nikhitha, Ms.Nandhini Devi participated in the programme.

• The P.G. & Research Department is organizing “SRISHTI – MSW RURAL CAMP 2018”, on 13.02.2018 – 19.02.2018 at Mattathukadu, Attapady, Palakkad Dt, Kerala. Dr.T.R.Krishnan has consented to preside over the function.

• The Valedictory Function of Seven days MSW Rural Camp 2018 – “SRISHTI” at Mattathukadu, Attapadi, Palakkad (Dt) was held on 19.02.2018. Mr. Manikam, HM In charge, Government Tribal High School, Matathukadu, presided over the function. Rev. Fr. James, Administrator, AADI, Mattathukadu, was the Chief Guest of the programme. Dr.K.V.Surendran, Principal of Sree Narayana
  Guru College, delivered the Valedictory Address. Dr.I.Maria Yesuraja, Associate Professor &  Head, PG & Research
  Department of Social Work, read out the report of the Seven Days camp. Ms. Nikhitha C.S., Asst.Professor,  welcomed the gathering. Mr. Muhammed Femil P., I MSW, Students’ Coordinator, proposed the vote of thanks. 

• On the 4th day (16.02.18), Friday, the I MSW Students organized a General Medical Camp at Mully. More than 50 Tribal people got benefited. Mr. K. Mahesh, Counsellor, YWCA, acted as a chief guest and delivered a session on, “Physical and Mental Health; Individual and Group Counselling” at Government Tribal High School, Mattathukadu. The Students performed a Flash mob at Anaikatty & Agali Bus Stand  to create an Awareness on Conservation of Nature and Importance of Traditional Folk Dance.

• Organized a National Conference on, “Changing Trends and Challenges to Human Service Profession” on 09.02.2018.  Dr.T.R.Krishnan, Vice Chairman of Sree Narayana Guru Educational Trust (SNGET) presided over the conference. Dr.K.Muralidharan, Former Professor & Head, Dept. of Social Work, PSG College of Arts and Science, inaugurated the conference. Dr. A. THIRUMOORTHY, Professor & Head, Dept. of Psychiatric Social Work, NIMHANS, Bangalore and Dr. K. ANBU, Department of Social Work, Pondicherry University were the Chief Guests. More than 250 Academicians, Practitioners, Research Scholars and Students participated in the National Conference.

• The Social Work Students of Sree Narayana Guru College observed the ‘Martyrs Day’ on 30^th January 2018 at Rhythem Social Service Society for Women, Coimbatore. The Students observed two-minute silence in memory of Indian martyrs, paid tribute to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his 70th death anniversary and gratefully remembered the countless freedom fighters who sacrificed their all for our Independence.

• Rhythem Social Service Society for Women and Department of Social Work  jointly organized an one day Workshop on, “NGO Formation and Preparation of Project Proposal Writing” on 30.01.2018, Tuesday at 10.00 a.m. in Conference Hall, Rhythem Social Service Society for Women

• Two Day Research Workshop  –  entitled, “Social Work Research and Statistical Application Including SPSS” was organized by the Research Forum of P.G. & Research Department of Social Work, on 19.01.2018 at 10.30 a.m. in the Conference Hall.

  Chief Guest: Dr.L.Ranjith, Assistant Professor & Head, Department of Social Work, NGM College, Pollachi.

  

• Inauguration of Students Welfare and Councelling Cell and Lecture on, “Challenges of Adolescents” on 30.08.2017, 1.30 PM. Chief Guest: Ms. J. AGNES FABIOLA, Counsellor, Seesha Hospital.
• Observed the World Humanitarian Day titled “Humanitarianism” at SNGC Social Work Extension Centre, C.G.Pudur on 19.08.17, 6.30 PM. Poem Writing Competition was conducted for the students on the topic, “Humanity”.
  
• Department organized and celebrated the 71st Independence Day with competitions in the adopted village, C.G.Pudur on 15-08-2017.
  
• Department organized a Guest Lecture on “Corporate Social Responsibilty (CSR)” on 04.08.2017, 10.30 a.m. at Seminar Hall. Chief Guest Mr. G. C. Shyamsundar, Manager, Publich Relations & CSR from ACC Ltd, Madukkarai.
  
• Department Inauguration and Guest Lecture on, “Management of  NGO”.
  Shri.A.S.Sankaranarayanan, Director, Native Medicare Charitable Trust (NMCT) on 18,July 2017 10.30 am at Seminar
  Hall.
  
• SNGC Social Work Evening Tuition Centre observed “Education Development Day” through Signature Campaign” on 15.07.17 at our SNGC Social Work Extension Centre.
  
• Department and Rhythem Social Service Society for Women jointly organized “Children Parliament Ministers Oath Taking Ceremony” on 08/07/2017 at Chinnaya Goundan Pudur.
  
• Department, YWCA Manoshanthi Family Counselling Centre and Seesha Hospital jointly organized “General Medical Camp” on 05.07.2017, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at C.G.Pudur.
  
• Department and Naveen Hospital for Mental Health, Coimbatore Organized Two Day National Workshop on “Social Research Process and Psychological Scale Development” on 13.07.2017, 10.30 a.m. at Seminar Hall.
  
• Social Work Department and Rhythem Social Service Society for Women, Coimbatore jointly organized “Children Parliament Ministers Oath Taking Ceremony” at Chinnaya Goundan Pudur on 08/07/2017 at 6 pm.
  
• Two Day Workshop on “Participatory Rural Appraisal Techniques”  was conducted on 07.07.2017 & 08.07.2017 in Vivekananda  Hall. 
  
• Guest Lecture on “HIV Prevention among injecting drug users” on 30.06.2017, 11.30 a.m. at Conference Hall.
  
• Seminar on “Self Esteem” on 23.06.2017 at 10.30 am at Vivekananda Hall.
  
• The PG & Research Department of Social Work of Sree Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore, conducted a “General Medical Camp” in collaboration with Ahalia Hospital, Palakkad on 17.06.2017 at SWANTHANA, Vellachikulam, Kozhinjampara. (Old age home for the HIV infected people). Mr. Sunil, the PRO of Ahalia hospital, created awareness about Blood Pressure, Sugar, Ulcer. Dr.Vijayalakshmi from Ahalia hospital and Ms.Nikhitha C.S. Asst. Professor, Department of Social Work from Sree Narayana Guru College, represented for the Camp. 25 inmates got benefitted out of this General Medical Camp. Sr. Nirmala, Director of SWANTHANA, proposed the vote of thanks.
  

Activities[2016-2017]

• The World Cancer Day was observed by the children who come for evening classes and computer classes to our Social Work Extension Centre by organizing a Rally at C.G.Pudur on 4th February 2017, Mr.Naveenkumar and Mr.Saravanakumar of II MSW, coordinated the rally.
• Department organized INAUGURATION OF SREE NARAYANA GURU SOCIAL WORK EXTENSION CENTRE on 02.10.2016, A. Shanmugam M.L.A, Kinathukadavu, presided and Inaugurated the Social Work Extension Centre.
• Department organized one day trip to Malampuzha Dam, Palakad on 21.01.2017, for the children who come for evening classes and computer classes to our Social Work Extension Centre, C.G.Pudur.
• Department organized INAUGURATION OF FREE COMPUTER LITERACY CENTRE on 02.10.2016, Dr. K.S.KrishnanUnni, Management Trustee, SNGET Inaugurated the Free Computer Literacy Centre.
• Department Organized International Seminar on, “Mentoring and Counselling Techniques in the Fields of Social Work Profession” on 21.12.2016.
• Two day workshop on, “Social Work Research and Statistical Application” on 03rd & 04th February, 2017.
• SWASTHYA -MSW Rural Camp was organized from 14.02.2017 to 21.02.2017 at Kozhinjampara.
• MoU Signing with 12 Reputed Industries, Hospitals &NGOs on 16th March 2017