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Capuchin
fathers have been working in Banakal, Mudigere taluk since 2002 and
a series of programmes and trainings have been promoted to create
awareness on health, education, human rights, savings, legal
awareness and Income generating programmes. The organization has
promoted self-help groups among women and children clubs under the
name ‘VIMUKTHI’ which means liberation. .JPG)
The
programs and interventions that are actualized by the
organisation to the children aim at creating a better future for
the children and the society. The organisation has formed
children clubs in different villages and these clubs provide a
platform for the children to know about their rights, to exhibit
their talents and leadership qualities. The organisation
constantly conducts various child rights based programs,
educational programs and recreational programs in different
schools and villages. Celebration of yoga day, girl child day,
children’s day, awareness on POCSO act and RTE Act, Chinnara
Mela (Children Camp), distribution of school bags and school
books to promote education, Interest free education loan,
tuition classes are some of the programs that were recently held
by the organisation. A total number of 400-500 children have
directly benefitted from the intervention of the organisation.
In this current year the organisation is planning to reach out
to more children and continue the children related programs
based on their needs and requirements..jpg)
The
organisation began its intervention to the women with the SHGs
which has grown now as a federation and has changed the lives of
thousands of women. Women being part of these SHG groups have
got an opportunity to be independent, self-sufficient and
self-reliant. Being part of Vimukti, the women have come out of
their traditional household position to the mainstreams of
society by engaging themselves in small scale business, farming,
working in government offices and being members of local
administration (gram panchayats) etc., The organisation in a
regular basis conducts women and society related programs like
health related issues, legal issues and recreational programs.
In the current year awareness on thyroid, varicose vein and
medical check-ups, one day in field (Kesarad Onji Dina),
tailoring trainings, awareness on ill-effects of drug addiction,
awareness regarding women and constitution etc., were the main
programs of the organisation for the women
“Every
Woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’
re the strongest when we cheer each other on” 
Capuchin
Krishik Seva Kendra® in collaboration with Taruve Grama
Panchayat and Grama Panchayat elected women
representatives Federation (Sugrama) held an environment
protection awareness drive at Kottigehara on 23rd & 24th
of February. This drive was conducted to educate and
inspire devotees undertaking the Padayatra to
Dharmasthala about the importance of environmental
conservation & protection. The campaign aimed to promote
eco-friendly practices and responsible behaviour among
the people. The devotees were made aware regarding the
importance of protection of environment invited to plant
saplings in their native places and to be part in
successfully spread the message of environmental
conservation. The initiative fostered a sense of
responsibility towards nature, ensuring that faith and
devotion go hand in hand with protecting Mother Earth.
The visit of Mr. Kota Shrinivas Poojary, MP & Minister
of Social Welfare Department and Backward Classes
Welfare Department of Karnataka, along with his
associates Mr. Parikshith & Mr. Gajendra, increased the
vibrancy of this drive. His supportive words and joining
hands in our drive through planting a sapling was a
memorable moment of the drive. Mrs. Sushila Gopala,
President of Taruve Gram panchayath inaugurated the
drive by unveiling the program banner and awareness
broachers. PDO Mr. Prakash, Mrs. Swaroopa, Vice
president & Mrs. Smitha, member of
Taruve Panchyath, Mrs.
Geetha, Vice president Balur, Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director
of CKSK, Mr. Naveen Kumar, Coordinator of Sugrama, Mrs.
Vindya, Mr. Siddanth P, CKSK staff, Vimukti SHG members
and members of Sugrama Federation were present. 
The
Promotion of Quality Education through Tuition Classes
program was launched in 10 villages of Mudigere to
support underprivileged children in improving their
academic performance. The selected tutors provide
subject-based coaching, mentorship, study materials to
enhance learning. Along with this moral values,
importance of cleanliness, discipline, songs are taught
and games are conducted for the children. Despite
challenges like lack of resources and irregular
attendance, the program successfully boosted students’
confidence and
academic skills. Parents and community members
appreciated the initiative, leading to increased
awareness of the importance of education. The program
continues to empower children, ensuring better learning
opportunities and a brighter future. 
As
the saying goes, “When we as human beings solve the
problems of the environment, all our problems will be
solved by the environment.” Capuchin Krishik Seva
Kendra®, celebrated this day of environment on 15th of
June in collaboration with the forest department, local
panchyath and nearby schools. The theme for the
celebration was ‘Protection of the Environment is my
responsibility’. A total number of 160 children
participated in this celebration. Mr. Charan Kumar,
Mudigere RFO was the chief guest and the resource
person. In his address, about being children,
how we can save our environment, different ways of
protecting our environment were dealt with. After the
awareness session, saplings were planted in the school
and awareness broachers were distributed to the
participants. 
“Education
is not preparation for life, but life itself” says John
Dewey. Vidhyasnehi educational support is one such
effort from Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra, Vimukti,
Banakal to bloom life of many poor children of Mudigere
taluk. A small venture began in memory of Fr. Theophil
Pereira, founder of CKSK, has continued for
the fourth year. This year, on 02nd June, the
organization supported 21 children from different
villages of Mudigere Taluk. Mr. P. Vasudeva, well-known
teacher and headmaster of Banakal High school was the
chief guest along with Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director. 
As
a part of an entertaining activity, a one-day outing was
arranged by Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra® at Banakal on
28th May. The SHG federation members journeyed to
Madikeri&Baghamandala
where they visited the temple, the birthplace of
Kaveririver, Nisargadhama and the golden temple at
Kushalnagar. A total number of 78 women participated in
this outing. 
The
organization has been constantly informing its
beneficiaries regarding income-generating activities.
One more session was held on 13th May where the
beneficiaries were
enlightened regarding generating income through goat
farming, candle preparation, vegetation and preparing
rice papad. Visual clippings were also part of the
session. A total of 153 members were part of this
session. 
Career
guidance sessions were conducted by Vimukti Banakal in
two places, namely Banakal and Niduvale. The
participants were informed to choose a better career
based on their interest and abilities.
SWOT analysis activity was
done. This will help them find their strengths,
weaknesses and opportunities. In total, a number of 103
participants benefitted from this session. 
Vimukti
SHGs and the various activities for women are one of the
primary interventions of the organization. In order to
promote the activities of SHG groups, the organization
has given bags which will be very useful to
keep the books of
accounts, reports and other documents related to SHG.
Total 100 bags have been distributed to various groups
in and around Mudigere taluk. 
“Self
Help Group – A forward towards Empowerment” with
this theme Vimukti SHG Women’s convention was held in
Banakal on 05th of March 2024. 673 women participated in
this whole day celebration. The convention commenced
with a procession highlighting the importance of women’s
rights, from Banakal Petrol Bunk to Police Station to
Church Hall. The procession was inaugurated by Mr.
Siddanth and Fr. Satish Fernandes. After the procession
stage program was held in the Church Community Hall. Fr.
Satish Fernandes, Director of Vimukti Charitable Trust,
Pothnal, Raichur, presided over the program. Fr. Shanth
Raj R., Director of Chikmagaluru Multipurpose Social
Service Society, Hasan, Fr. Prem Dsouza, Parish Priest
of Banakal Church, Ms. Rashmi A. M., Kabadi player, Mrs.
Athika Banu, President of Banakal Gram Panchayath, Fr.
Edwin Dsouza, Director of CKSK, Vimukti, Banakal, Mrs.
Yashodha, President, Mrs. Parvathi, Vice- President, Ms.
Sunanda, Secretary, Mrs. Devaki, Joint Secretary and
Mrs. Savitri,
Treasurer of Vimukti SHG Federation were the dignitaries
on the dais. The 22nd Women’s convention of Vimukti
Federation revolved around celebration of the success of
women being part of Vimukti self-help groups, their
empowerment and achievement in all sectors. 
Capuchin
Krishik Seva Kendra®, Vimukti, Banakal held two days
dasara camp for the children. The purpose of this camp
was to engage the children in different extra-curricular
activities, teach various practical lessons for the
better future and to provide opportunity for the hidden
talents. Total 68 children participated in this camp and
benefitted from it. The various topics covered in this
camp were relationship between the parent and children
in this present time, leadership among children,
awareness on reduction of plastic pollution and
advantages and disadvantages of mobile addiction among
children. Along with these awareness talks icebreaking
sessions, quiz,
action songs were conducted. Children performed various
dances from their respective children clubs. Sr. Dr,
Judy Lewis, Fr. Joel Lopez were the resource persons.
Fr. Edwin Dsouza, the director, Mrs. Vindhya S. and Ms.
Faiza coordinated the activities for both days. 
Mobile
phones and social media platforms are a world in itself
with merits and D-merits. The choice of usage that makes
us slaves or masters of it. Today’s children need to be
made aware about the merits of social media and make the
best use of it to increase knowledge. Fr. Joel Lopes
took a session on the ill effects of mobile on
children’s life, academics
and future. Displaying video about how children become
slaves of mobile phones, the resource person enlightened
the minds of children and advised them not to spoil
their future by being slaves of social media. Total 67
children participated in this session. 
‘Appreciate
your parents, you never know what sacrifices they have
made for you’. In today’s context of modernization and
technological growth a healthy relationship between
parents and children is very essential to build a better
future for children. Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra®,
Vimukti, Banakal held a session for parents and children
on building a healthy relationship in their families.
Sr. Dr. Judy Lewis, psychologist
and counsellor explained
regarding different aspects that need to be kept in mind
to have a healthy relationship. In her informative
session Sr. Judy, discussed about various questions and
doubts in the minds of parents and children. Altogether,
76 children 32 parents benefitted from this session.
Marking
the International Day of Girl child which is on October
11th, CKSK celebrated it on 20th of October. Fr. Edwin
Dsouza, the director said that, “girls play a very
important role in our families and society. We all have
to respect them for the great role and sacrifices they
do in their life. Girls need to be educated in order to
understand their rights, to stand against the violation
of their rights and to protect one another from being
victims of these violences.” As a sign of wishing girls
of their day a small flower was offered to all the girls
numbering 46. Altogether 74Vimukti Club Children were
present. 
‘Follow
the rules and regulation and respect the law and lead a
good life’ was the encouraging message to the children
by sub inspector Ranna
Gowda Patil, Banakal
police station. CKSK, Banakal as a part of practical
education to the children held a visit program to Police
station on 20th October where in 78 children, 12 parents
of children took part in it. This visit aimed at
educating the children regarding the great service
rendered by police department.
These
days’ people are in fear regarding the increasing rate
of health issue called Madaras Eye which refers to
infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the
inner eyelid. It is also called as pink eye. In order to
bring an awareness among the people CKSK held a short
awareness program. Mrs. Sunitha, Asha
worker of Banakal vicinity
informed the women of SHG regarding causes, the symptoms
and treatment regarding Madaras Eye. As a precaution she
also said that our surroundings, house, body parts
should be maintained clean and tidy. Total 45 women
participated in this session. 
“Nature
is the greatest place to learn, to relax and to get
healed”. Highlighting the importance of nature
Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra®, Vimukti Self Help Group
Federation, Banakal conducted various activities for the
children and women in the paddy fields under the title-
‘KesardOnji Dina/ KesarliOndhu Dina’ on 6th of August
2023. Back Race, Rely, Pulling the Areca leaf, Girgit
Race, Ballon game, tug of war, treasure hunt were some
of the activities held for the children and women. Mr.
Jambu Raj Mahajan, PSI of Banakal Police Station
inaugurated the event with lighting the Torch. Fr. Lancy
Lobo, Capuchin Priest from Banakal, Mrs. Athika Banu,
President of Banakal Gram Panchyat, Mrs. Leelavathi,
Ex-President of Banakal Gram Panchayat were the chief
guests for the inaugural session. Fr. Edwin Dsouza, the
Director highlighted the purpose of conducting this
event and thanked
all who have instruments for the success of this
venture. Mrs. Vindhya S., Ms. Faiza, Mr. Siddanth, Mr.
Ashok and Ms. Shravani assisted for the entire program
Altogether 85 children and 220 women participated in all
the games and enjoyed amidst the nature. 
To
live in true freedom, education is the guiding path.
Education will help the children to understand the
freedom struggles, sacrifices of freedom warriors and
learn the lessons for their life. Capuchin Krishik Seva
Kendra®, Vimukti Banakal celebrated the Independence Day
distributing educational kit to the vimukti club
children from LKG to 10th std. Total 205 children
received educational kit of compass box, umbrella and
tiffin carry bags. Fr. Thomas Kalgadki, Banakal Church,
Sr. Rose Clare, MC congregation, Mr. Lakshan,
Ex-military personnel, Mr. Melwyn Fernandes, Ex-
Military personnel, his wife Mrs. Lavina Fernandes,
Mrs.Athika Banu,
President of Banakal Gram Panchyath, Krathik, children
representative and Fr. Edwin Dsouza, were the
dignitaries on the dais. The presence of ex-military
personnels, their work and sacrifice for the nation
aimed to be an inspiration for the children to serve the
nation in different capacities. 
Aati
or Ashada is the month of torrential rainfall. During
this season special eatables are prepared from various
green healthy leaves and vegetables which are healthier.
CKSK, Vimukti at Banakal to mark this season kept a
small celebration in the office premises on 14th of
August. 46 Vimukti SHG women participated in this joyful
celebration where in importance of this season was
highlighted and the
special food which is prepared during this season were
shared with each other as we share in our family. Some
of the special dishes were patrode, halva,
arashinaelegatti etc., Fr. Thomas Kalgadki, OFM Cap,
Mrs. Vindhya, Mrs. Athika Banu, Banakal Gram Panchyath
President were present. 
“People
First: Stop stigma and discrimination, strengthen
Prevention” is the theme for this year as we fight
against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. The campaign
this year calls to respect the people who are victims of
addictions and highlights preventions of drugs. In order
to raise awareness, CKSK, Vimukti SHG Federation and
Ashakiran centre for de-addiction and counselling
conducted a program at Ashakiran centre, Palya. 50 women
from Vimukti SHG Federation, Banakal, 40 students of
Govt. PU college, Palya and 15 inmates of Ashakiran,
Palya participated in this awareness drive and
benefitted from it. Dr. Punith, Professor and
Psychiatric Resident Doctor of Hassan Institute of
Medical Sciences and Fr. Arun Lobo, Director of
Ashakiran centre for de-addiction and counselling were
the resource persons of the day.
‘Quality
Education’ is the fourth sustainable development goal.
CKSK, Banakal has been conducting various programs and
activities to promote education among the children. On
19th June CKSK, Vimukti Banakal accepting the request of
Govt. primary school of Niduvale contributed 10 chairs
for the children of Nalikali section in which there 16
children. These chairs will be benefitting to the
children in the classroom and studies. Mr. Pradeep, the
headmaster, Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director of CKSK, MRs.
Vindhya, staff, MRs. Yashodha, Mrs. Indra and others
were present.
It
gives an immense pleasure to write this small report of
the program and assistance to the orphan and poor
children of Mudigere Taluka with the generous
contribution of Mrs. SugithaValderio. The program was
held on 17th June in collaboration with Vimukti
Charitable Trust®, Pothnal. As an educational support
seven children were given educational kit like school
bag, uniforms, note books, stationery and umbrella. This
educational kit is given to seven children in which two
are orphans, one is disabled and four who have lost
their father and taken care by the mother with coolie
work. Mrs. Athika Banu, president of Banakal Gram
Panchyath, Fr. Edwin Dsouza, the director, staff,
children and their parents were present. 
Capuchin
Krishik Seva Kendra®, Vimukti Banakal has been
conducting basic computer trainings for the children,
youth and women from three years. More than 300
benefitted from this training. As an extension of this
program CKSK has ventured into mobile computer training
at Niduvale with the collaborative support of
NiduvalePanchyath and Vimukti SHG women of niduvale
cluster. On 19th June June two computers have been
installed in the library of Panchyath. The organisation
aims through this program to reach out more than 100
beneficiaries. 
“Education
is not preparation for life; but life itself” says
John Dewey. Vidhyasnehi educational support is one such
effort from Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra, Vimukti,
Banakal to bloom life of many poor children of Mudigere
taluk. A small venture began in memory of Fr. Theophil
Pereira, founder of CKSK has been continued for the
third year. This year, on 11th June the organization
supported 28 children from different villages of
Mudigere Taluk. Fr. Lancy, capuchin from North Province,
Fr. Anand and Mrs. Valsa, High School teacher of Banakal
High School handed over the cheques to the students who
were present along with their parents.
Ambedkar
Jayanthi is celebrated every year on April 14 to pay
tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s contribution to the
Indian Society and to remember his teachings and Ideals.
Dr. Ambedkar was a strong advocate of social justice,
equality, and human rights and his ideas continue to
inspire people around the world. CKSK Vimukti at Banakal,
celebrated this great day on 24th April and paid tribute
by offering flowers to the photo of Dr. Ambedkar. 63
women of Vimukti SHG Federation participated in this
short program. Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director of CKSK, Mrs.
Vindhya, staff, Mrs. Athika Banu, President of Banakal
Gram Panchyath was present for the program. 
“The
more that you read, the more things you will know, the
more you learn, the more places you’ll go” .
International Books Day is celebrated all over the world
on 23rd April and it was meaningfully celebrated in CKSK
Banakal on 27th of April. 34 children participated in
this half day program in which various activities were
done related to books and education. Children divided in
different groups, through writing and drawing the
pictures innovatively brought out the importance of
books in their life. Fr. Edwin Dosuza, the director,
Mrs. Vindhya, staff and Mrs. Savitri were present in
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‘Human
Rights are Women Rights’ with this theme Vimukti SHG
Women’s convention was held in Banakal on 11th of March
2023. More than 850 women participated in this whole day
celebration. The convention commenced with a procession
highlighting the importance of women’s rights, from
Banakal Petrol Bunk to Police Station to Church Hall.
After the procession stage program was held in the
Church Hall. Fr. Vijay Kumar, Councilor of Holy Trinity
Province, Karnataka and chairperson of JPIC commission,
Fr. Vincent Dsouza, Director of Vimukti, Chikkodi, Fr.
Prem Dsouza, Parish Priest of Banakal Church, Miss.
Ashika, Lawyer, Mrs. Sharadha, Anganvadi Animator,
Banakal, Mrs. Athika Banu, member of Banakal Gram
Panchayath, Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director of CKSK, Vimukti,
Banakal, Mrs. Yashodha, President, Mrs. Parvathi, Vice-
President, Ms. Sunanda, Secreatary, Mrs. Devaki, Joint
Secreatary and Mrs. Savitri, Treasurer of Vimukti SHG
Federation were the dignitaries on the dais. Fr. Edwin
Dsouza, the director of Vimukti, Banakal in his
inaugural and welcome talk highlighted that Vimukti at
Banakal celebrates 21st Women’s convention and today is
celebration of the success of women being part of
Vimukti and also a platform to know about women rights
which are provided in our constitution. Ms. Ashika,
advocate from Mudigere in her address explaining
regarding women’s rights especially household rights,
instructed the women to know and understand the rights.
Mrs. Yashodha read out the annual report of the
activities done in the year 2022-23. Fr. Vincent Dsouza,
congratulated the women for huge gathering and
encouraged them to grow in their life being part of
Vimukti. 
Capuchin
Krishik Seva Kendra® at Banakal which aims to empower
the women held a training session regarding Honey Bee
Farming with the support of Capuchin Province of Emilia
Romagna, Italy. Honey bee farming is the practice of
maintaining and keeping bees and their hives. It is a
type of business that involves nurturing and caring for
bees to obtain bee products such as beeswax, honey,
royal jelly etc., Mrs. Lilly Monis from Banakal gave
short discourse on how to engage in honey bee farming,
its steps, maintenance and the facilities provided by
the government to do this farming. Altogether 65 women
participated in this session and benefitted from
informative session. Fr. Edwin Dsouza, the director,
Mrs. Yashodha, President of Vimukti SHG Federation and
Mrs. Vindhya, the staff were present.
In
view of upcoming Women’s Day on March 8, Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra,
Vimukti at Banakal conducted cultural competitions for the SHG members
of Vimukti
Women’s Federation on 23rd January. The women enthusiastically
participated in singing competition, dance competition, speech
competition and rangoli competition. It was a platform for the women to
exhibit their hidden talents and also participate in competitions.
Altogether 58 women were present for the program.
“Children
have to be educated, but they have also to be left to educate
themselves.” – Ernest Dimnet
On
19-12-2022 CKSKVimukti Banakal (supported of
Emilia-Romagna capuchin province, Italy) and in
association with Jyothi Hospital, Belthangady held an
awareness session regarding the women health and health
issues that are prevalent among women. Dr. Anooja from
Jyothi Hospital conducted the awareness session and
medical checkup. Sr. Denisha, Ms.Priya from Jyothi
Hospital, Fr. Edwin Dsouza, Director,CKSK,Banakal, Mrs.
Athika Banu, Gram Panchayat member, Banakal and Mrs. Vindhya, the staff were present. A total number of 60
women benefitted from the awareness session and 52 women
underwent Medical checkup. The organization remains
grateful to Jyothi Hospital for their support in our
service to the society.
