Date: 25^th September 2013

Venue: Auxilium Convent, Barasat

Resource Persons:  Mrs.Anjuara and Shajahan Hawk.

No. of participants: Thirty six women from Dum Dum, Barasat , Kalyani, Monsada & Gobra.

The seventh day of training was about making of Soap, which started at 11.00 a.m with the trainers namely Mrs. Anjuara and Shajahan Hawk.

The ladies were quite attentive and with the time they grew more curious to be more knowledgeable. Soap is widely used daily in all our homes and communities, so they were extra enthusiastic to learn well.  All were happy to make a cake of soap each and returned with great joy and sense of having accomplished something great.

Reported by Sr. Leelamma P.

Date: 24^th September 2013

Venue: Auxilium Convent, Barasat

Resource Person:  Mrs.Anjuara and Shajahan Hawk.

No. of participants:  Thirty six women from Dum Dum, Barasat , Kalyani, Monsada & Gobra.

On the sixth day of training  there was more enthusiasm than the other days because they were ready to learn the process of making phenyl, which is a must in all the offices, schools and houses. 

The trainers first introduced themselves and explained the advantages of using phenyl. They said that using of phenyl reduces the risks of bacteria and other germs in the houses, offices and schools.

The day ended after a theoretical discussion and recapitulation of their practical knowledge received from the trainers.

Resource Persons:  Mrs. Anurupa Gyne & Mr. Amiyo Gyne.

 No. of participants:  36 women from Dum Dum, Barasat,  Kalyani  & Gobra.

A gift is a gift… but when given in a beautiful bag its delicacy doubles.

Dear friends today we had training on Eco friendly paper bags, how to prepare it. Since being eco friendly a very good substitute for plastic bags which are menaces to our society today.

The steps included in this are basically folding in correct measurement and then sticking the correct parts together but the most important part is the bottom of the bag which needs a lot of accuracy in measurement.

On this day, the ladies were extremely enthusiastic and made more than one bag to bring perfection in their work.

It was educative and a very useful training for the ladies.

Reported by Sr. Leelamma P.

Training – 4^th Day

Screen Printing

Date:  21^st September 2013

Resource Persons:  Mr. Mir & Mr. Laltu Poddar

No. of participants:  36 women

“The mechanism of screen printing is quite easy for women as it does not require much of physical strength, electricity or any machines”, said the trainer Mr. Mir as he started the day. It was indeed an interesting topic at the same time, one need to invest time and alertness to carry out the task efficiently. All the thirty six participants had the opportunity to set their hands on the frame and print on a paper.  All returned home with great plans in their hearts and minds.

Reported by Sr. Leelamma P.

Date:                        20^th September 2013

Venue:                     Auxilium Convent, Barasat

Purpose:                 Training the poor and the marginalized women to make them

                               self-sufficient.

Resource Team:      Mr. Mir & Mr. Laltu Poddar

No. of participants: 35 women & Mr. Babku from Gobra 

The third day brought more enthusiasm among the women. The programme started with a short prayer asking God’s blessings for the day.

The trainer Mr. Mir said, “The detergent should not be compared with any other brands available in the market as each manufacturer have their own trade secret but the detergent which will be produced today would surely be of a good quality and for domestic use”.

He also cautioned them to use hand gloves and a mask to cover the nose and the mouth and to keep away from children.

One of the participants expressed with joy, “All of us were happy to make and pack the detergent; it is indeed a very good product”.

 Reported by Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil

 Date: 18^th September 2013

Venue: Auxilium Convent, Barasat

Purpose:  Training the poor and the marginalized women to make them self sufficient.

Resource Team: Loreto group from Sealdah ‘Rainbow’.

No. of participants:  Thirty three women.

The group of trainers arrived at the venue at 10.30 a.m.  Sr. Flora from Loreto Sealdah along with Ms. Jhimli ,the project coordinator of Loreto Sealdah also joined the inauguration of the training program.

The program began with a short and meaningful prayer moment. Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil, the Social Development Coordinator of the Province  and seven participants  from the different houses of Kolkata region-Dum Dum, Monsada, Kalyani, Gobra, Barasat, Park Circus and Bandel respectively lighted the candle and implored the blessings from the Almighty.

Sr.Flora explained to the group about the importance of the training program. She was presented a memento of the centre as our appreciation and love. The resource person for the day was Mr. Mir from Baruipur, a master in Chalk making.  It was a day of joy all the women for having learnt something new for a better living.

 Reported by Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil

IGP Training at Auxilium Barasat

Date: 19^th September 2013

Making of “AGARBATTI”

Resource Person: Mr. Mir & Mr. Laltu Poddar (Loreto Sealdah)

No. of participants:  34 women

Thirty four women gathered in the hall filled with hope and enthusiasm to learn how to make Agarbathy which they need it daily for their worship.

The trainers explained to the trainees about the raw materials required to make Agarbatti. The detailed information about the shops and whereabouts of the raw material as well as the packaging was also given to all.   All the participants were excited to make the incense sticks. They said, “Agrabatti now we have it in our hands.” At the end of the day all the participants left the venue with great sense of joy and gratitude.

Reported by Sr. Leelamma P.