Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College Cherpunkal is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals regardless of colour, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under UGC (Guidelines for Scheme of Equal Opportunity Centre for Colleges XII Plan (2012-2017) Volume II. The Equi Empower Hub in our college aims to foster an inclusive and equitable environment by providing resources, support, and opportunities to all students, ensuring fair treatment and promoting diversity within the college community in spite of language, ethnicity, class, caste, religion etc. To oversee the effective implementation of policies and programmes for disadvantaged groups, to provide guidance and counselling with respect to academic, financial, social and other matters and to enhance the diversity within the campus.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i. To ensure equity and equal opportunity to the community at large in the college and bring about social inclusion.
ii. To enhance the diversity among the students, teaching and non-teaching staff population and at the same time eliminate the perception of discrimination.
iii. To create a socially congenial atmosphere for academic interaction and for the growth of healthy interpersonal relationships among the students coming from various social backgrounds.
iv. To make efforts to sensitize the academic community regarding the problems associated with social exclusion as well as aspirations of the marginalized communities.
v. To help individuals or a group of students belonging to the disadvantaged section of society to contain the problems related to discrimination.
Faculty Coordinators
Ms. Mesily Cyriac
Ms. Aleena Thomas
Events@2024-2025
The Equi Empower Hub of Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College, Cherpunkal, organized an expert-led session, “Understanding Mental Health and Breaking the Stigma,” on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 .This insightful session aimed to raise awareness, encourage dialogue, and break the barriers surrounding mental health issues.
The event began with a prayer song followed by a warm welcome by Ms. Minnu Teresa Biju, the Student Coordinator, who gave an introduction of the event’s purpose and objectives too. Then Ms. Sheeja K G, Account Assistant from the Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Kottayam, introduced the remarkable initiatives undertaken by their department. After that Adv. Shijo M. John, a distinguished Consulting Social Worker, delivered the Inaugural Address and conducted the expert-led session. He shared valuable insights on understanding mental health challenges, identifying coping strategies, and utilizing resources for overall wellness. He provided practical strategies and coping mechanisms that the students can utilize to navigate mental health challenges and promote their overall wellness.
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Participants were highly engaged as Advocate Shijo M. John shared practical, actionable advice aimed at promoting mental health awareness and overall well-being.
In addition to his session another Consulting Social Worker Adv. Shiju John gave his views and raised awareness among the participants about the importance of mental health and the need to break the stigma surrounding it. Ms. Nisha Das, Specialist in Financial Literacy, Assistant from the Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD), Kottayam and Ms. Mesily Cyriac, Co-Ordinator of the Equal Opportunity Cell were also present during the session. The event was supported by – Rev. Dr. Baby Sebastian (Principal), Rev. Fr. Joseph Panampuzha (Manager) and Dr. Bhagyasree B, the IQAC Coordinator.
Ms. Anjaly Vinod delivered the Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to all the dignitaries, resource persons, organizers, and participants for their contributions to the success of the event.
The Equi Empower Hub of Bishop Vayalil Memorial Holy Cross College, Cherpunkal, organized an Essay Writing Competition on November 21, 2024, at 12:00 PM. The event was conducted in Room No. A4, located in the Academic Block, in loving memory of the college’s esteemed patron, Mar Sebastian Vayalil on his 38th Death Anniversary. This competition was part of the college’s observance of International Men’s Day, which is celebrated on November 19 every year.
The topic for the competition was “The Role of Men in Our Lives”/ “ഞങ്ങളുടെ ജീവിതത്തിൽ പുരുഷന്മാരുടെ പങ്ക്”. The event is open to students of the college. It is language-neutral, ensuring participation irrespective of preferred language. The winners of the competition were Jewel Joseph (S1 MSc Integrated AI & ML) 1st Prize, Eileen Mary Babu (S1 MSc Integrated AI & ML) 2nd Prize and Sumimol A. (S1 BCA) 3rd Prize.
Events@2023-2024
Equal Opportunity Cell of BVM Holy Cross College Cherpunkal was organized a Water Colouring Competition for all students related to National Unity Day in 30 th October 2023 at 11.00 AM. Total 7 students participated in from various departments showcasing their artistic
skills and perspectives on the theme. The event Aimed to provide awareness and creativity among students regarding the concept of Equality.
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