Service Learning Event Report
Name of the Programme
Interactive Session on Waste Management
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Date: May 2nd, 2025, April 24 , 2025 Time: 12:00
PM – 3:00 PM
No. of Participants: 29
No. of Volunteers (Students/Faculty): 29
Description of the Activity:
On April 24th and May 2nd, 2025, the 2nd semester students of Assam Don Bosco University
organized a meaningful, self-initiated programme titled the "Interactive Session on Waste
Management" at a government primary school in Kamarkuchi, Assam. The event was
conducted in collaboration with the school principal, who extended full support in facilitating
the programme. The two-day initiative aimed to educate young schoolchildren on the
importance of proper waste disposal, environmental hygiene, and sustainable living
practices. Each day was structured into two key phases: preparation from 09:00 AM to 12:00
PM, during which the student volunteers created educational materials, organized session
content, and set up activity spaces; and session delivery from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, when the
actual interactive programme was conducted with the students. A total of 29 university
students actively participated as volunteers, leading the initiative with enthusiasm and a
sense of responsibility.
The target group consisted of students from Classes 1 to 5, aged approximately 6 to 12
years. The core objective of the programme was to simplify the concepts of waste
management and promote eco-conscious behavior through interactive learning. The
sessions included short talks, engaging storytelling, creative drawing activities, and live
demonstrations on waste segregation, highlighting the difference between biodegradable
and non-biodegradable waste. University students used handmade posters and relatable
examples to explain the long-term effects of pollution and poor waste handling. The primary
school students also took part in a mini cleanliness drive on the school premises, guided by
the volunteers. Their enthusiasm and curiosity made the sessions vibrant and impactful.
With active collaboration from the school principal, the programme ran smoothly and was
warmly received by both students and teachers.
This initiative not only enriched the children's understanding of environmental care but also
strengthened the university students’ skills in communication, teamwork, and social
responsibility. It left a lasting impression on everyone involved, reinforcing the value of
grassroots education in driving community-level change