Cleanliness Awareness Drive
To commemorate NSS Day, the NSS Unit of VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics organized a Door-to-Door Cleanliness Awareness Drive on 24th and 25th September 2024. The drive’s objective was to instill the values of cleanliness and promote sustainable waste management practices among the local community in South Goa.
As part of the drive, each volunteer was assigned to visit five houses in their neighbourhood with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of cleanliness. The volunteers engaged with residents on crucial topics such as the significance of maintaining cleanliness in and around their homes, the importance of segregating wet and dry waste for effective disposal, the harmful effects of single-use plastic and the encouragement of using eco-friendly alternatives, and the significance of adopting proper waste disposal methods to prevent environmental degradation. The residents responded positively, with many expressing their appreciation for the initiative and their willingness to adopt better waste management and cleanliness practices.
The event was coordinated by faculty members Mr. Sanjay Velip (NSS PO-Incharge), Mr. Ainsley Bernard (NSS PO), Ms. Akshada Gaonkar (NSS PO), Ms. Kalpana Parab (NSS PO), Ms. Puja Gaonkar (NSS PO). A total of 17 NSS volunteers participated in the drive with enthusiasm, contributing to the success of the event
Expected Outcome of the Activity
The Cleanliness Awareness Drive successfully raised community awareness about cleanliness and environmental sustainability. It encouraged residents to adopt better waste management practices, particularly through the segregation of wet and dry waste, and promoted the reduction of single-use plastics by advocating for eco-friendly alternatives, fostering a more sustainable and environmentally conscious mindset.