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THE CENTER FOR GENDER EQUALITY & WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT
The Center for Gender Equality and Wom- taken by Amrita University and it’s parent or- en’s Empowerment at Amrita Vishwa Vidyap- ganization, MA Math. eetham is a research focused academic center for promoting gender equality and fostering The Center for Gender Equality and Women’s women’s empowerment with a special focus Empowerment is a crossroads of research on technology and other innovative methods. and action, focused on creating an institu- This center offers diverse courses on key fo- tional home and an intellectual community to cus areas, pilot radical ideas, and collaborate develop and share knowledge about women with leading universities and institutions to and gender through an analysis of texts, so- advance the initiatives. The center acts as a cial and cultural practices, and social institu- major resource center for the implementa- tions in India, and globally. tion of various development projects under-
Center’s Vision
“Women and men are of equal value, like two wings of a bird. For without the two in perfect harmony, humanity cannot progress.”
-Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Chancellor, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
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Center’s Mission
The Center for Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality promotes societal transformation through: participatory action research, implementation and education. These three activities interact with the different sectors of society and knowledge- sharing in the context of service to humanity.
UNESCO CHAIR ON GENDER EQUALITY
In the fall of 2016: Amrita Vishwa Vidyap- ty and Women’s Empowerment, and promote eetham and UNESCO inaugurated India’s first international, inter-university cooperation ever Chair on Gender Equality and Women and networking to enhance institutional ca- Empowerment. The UNESCO Chair will fur- pacities and collaborative work. ther the goals of the Center for Gender Equali-
United Nations UNESCO Chair in Educational, Scienti c and Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Cultural Organization (India)
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OUR CHANCELLOR
A renowned humanitarian leader and spiritual teacher, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi is the guiding light of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. Amma’s concept of education, stress on re- search and commitment to instilling universal values have come together to shape Amrita University into an institution where the lat- est advancements and discoveries combine with compassion and service-mindedness. As Mata Amritanandamayi Devi said in 2010 when the State University of New York hon- ored her with an honorary Doctorate in Hu- mane Letters: “It is Amma’s prayer that we develop the expansive-mindedness to em- brace both scientific knowledge and spiritual wisdom. We can no longer afford to see these two streams of knowledge as flowing in op- Mata Amritanandamayi Devi is also a spiritual posite directions. In truth, they complement guide and teacher to millions throughout the one another. If we merge these streams, we world, giving people through her teachings will find that we are able to create a mighty and emotional support the strength to face river—a river whose waters can remove suf- the challenges of life with peace and men- fering and spread life to all of humanity.” tal equanimity. Her days are spent receiving thousands, placing men, women and children Aside from serving as the Chancellor of Am- on her shoulder, addressing their concerns rita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mata Amritanan- and instilling in them the confidence and in- damayi Devi also runs the vast humanitarian ner strength to move forward in life. In this mission known as the Mata Amritanandamayi manner, more than 34 million people have Math, the headquarters of which is home to come to Amma for her darshan. one of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s five campuses. A world-renowned institution, the Mata Amritanandamayi Math has built more than 45,000 homes for the homeless poor throughout India, is currently providing scholarships for more than 46,000 impover- ished children, and has helped more than one lakh poverty-stricken women form self-help groups, and much more.
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MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (M. S. W.)
The Amrita MSW is a two-year full-time res- demic courses and separately in blocks. In idential program which requires high levels the fourth semester, students are required of concentration, long hours of work and sus- to do a ten-week research project with a so- tained commitment from students. Its cred- cial service organization in their area of spe- it-based system allows tremendous flexibility cialization. This gives them exposure to the in matters of course design, curricula, time- functioning of social service organizations, frame, teaching and learning methodologies, familiarizes them with their future roles in and evaluation procedures. the profession and teaches them to do field- based research projects and create research The curriculum is on par with that of the best reports and presentations. international institutions in the field of Social Work, while taking into account the specific MSW students also provide counseling servic- requirements of the Social Work profession in es for local people with psycho/social/emo- the Indian context. The MSW program main- tional problems and have developed several tains a healthy balance between classroom grant proposals. The MSW Student Associ- sessions and field practice. ation works to raise awareness of human needs in this era of technology. It frequently Students are involved in field work with se- displays wall posters on current social issues, lected agencies, both concurrent with aca- problems and needs, to inform and educate
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students and the public. Students also con- tions.International partnerships involve pro- duct seminars and workshops on Drugs and grams in education and research suited to Alcohol Abuse, Suicide Prevention and Crisis national as well as international development. Management. MSW students are also active These innovative programs prepare students in Amrita’s diverse cultural and spiritual activ- to become advocates for social equality and ities. social justice.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has been in a long standing cooperation with foreign uni- versities, organizations and related institu-
Vision
The vision of the Department of Social Work is LOVING to SERVE and SERVING to LOVE.
Mission
To prepare the students for specialized, evidence and rights-based practice among the op- pressed, at risk, vulnerable and general populations. The MSW program provides rigorous in- tellectual base, opportunities for skill development and a value-based educational experience.
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Program Objective
PO1 - Critical Thinking
PO2- Effective Communication
PO3- Social Interaction
PO4- Effective Citizenship
PO5- Ethics
PO6- Environment and Sustainability
PO7- Self-directed and Life-long Learning
Program Specific Outcome
PSO1 – Experiential learning and engagement of vulnerable population through field work activ- ities.
PSO2 – Social problem solving through research
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FIELD WORK OPPORTUNITIES
National Level
• NIMHANS, Bangalore • Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement, Mysore • Narayana Hrudayalaya Medical Centre, Bangalore • St. Johns Medical College, Banga- lore • SCARF(schizophrenia Research Foundation), Chennai • Coimbatore Cancer Foundation (GKNM) Hospital, Coimbatore • SRM, Chennai • Chaitanya Hospital, Mumbai • Bedrock , Nagapattanam • Baniyan, Chennai • SION Hospital, Mumbai • Hand in Hand, Kanchipuram • DHAN foundation, Madurai • World Wide Fund • Key stone foundation, Ooty • ACCORD,Goodalur • UNNATHI, Ahemadabad • St.Johns Hospital, Bangalore • CRY, Bangalore • MYRADA , Mysore • Tambarum Trust, Chennai
State Level • Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi • DCPU, Kollam • Amala Institute of Medical Science, Thrissur • Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre, Angamaly • Kusumagiri Mental Health Centre, Kakkanad • Govt Children’s home & Old age home, Kollam • Quilon Social Service, Kollam • KRDA Sureksha Project, Vallikeezhu • I C D S & Panchayat institutions • Mahila Mandir, Kolam • Dr. Nair’s hospital Kollam • SoS Village, Aluva & Thrissur • Mental Health Action Trust, Kozikode • VRC, Malapuram • Sahayi Trust Thiruvananthapuram • Rasta, Wayanad • Pariyaram Medical College, Kannur • Alzheimer’s related disorders society of India, Kochi • Medical Mission Hospital, Kollenchery • Kerala Rural Development Agency, Kollam • Manovikas , Sasthamkotta
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HIGHLIGHTS OF AMRITA MSW PROGRAM
EXPOSURE TO UNESCO, INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL UNDEF AND UNICEF FUNDED STUDENT EXCHANGE PHD FELLOWSHIPS & PROGRAMS OPPORTUNITIES INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY FIELD PLACEMENT & TRAINING IN ACTION PROJECTS THROUGH SOCIAL WORK RELATED LIVE-IN-LABS PROJECTS & PROGRAMS OF MA MATH
STRUCTURE OF MSW PROGRAM
1 Theory classes Duration : 2 years 2 Field Work (Concurrent & Internship) Level : Post Graduate Type : Degree 3 Research projects & Publication Eligibility : Graduation in any disciple 4 Block placements
COLLABORATIONS & RECRUITERS
International Level
• UNESCO • UNDEF • UNICEF • Central School Dubai
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National Level
• Prerana, Mumbai • Prajwala, Telegana • Azim Premiji foundation, Pondichery • Hand in hand Chennai • The Richmond Fellowship Society, Bangalore • NIMHANS, Bangalore • Smile foundation, Bangalore • BEDROC, Nagapattanam • TISS project , Kollam • Green Peace foundation, Hyderabad
State level
• Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi • Hornbill foundation, Athirapally • Sree chitra Trinal institute for science and technology, Thiruvanandapuram • Dr. Nair’s Hospital, Kollam • District Mental Health Unit, Kollam • Harrisons Malayalam Ltd., Kochi • People Pro Trainers and Consultants Pvt Ltd, Kakkanad • Reach Out, Thrissur • Ashoka Trust for Research Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) • District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Kollam & Palakad • Kerala coconut development board, Thiruvananthapuram • Qulion Social Service Society, Kollam • Divya Hridaya Ashram,Kollam • Balashram Ramakrishna Math, Alappuzha • Central School, Kollam • Nirbhaya Cell, Thiruvananthapuram • Kudumbasree project, Thiruvananthapuram • KSACS , Kannur • VRC, Malapuram • SOS village project , Eranakulam • Munnar,Wildlife sanctuary • Swedesi Science Movement, Eranakulam • Institute of Disaster Management, Thiruvananthapuram
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MSW - EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
• Rural/Tribal Camp • PLA camps • Study tour • Observation visit in field agencies • Leadership training program for coconut producers society in collaboration with coconut de- velopment board • Live in labs projects in AServe villages • Employment engagement survey in collaboration with Harrison Malayalam Ltd • Amala bharatham campaign in Sabarimala • Observation of important days • International Day for Disaster Reduction Street play shows in collaboration with Kerala State Disaster • Management Authority • Awareness program on personal hygiene • Anti alcohol campaigning • Life skill education in schools • Medical camps in elderly homes
• Blood donation camps • Green initiatives in schools & panchayat
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• Lay Counseling training in MAM Trivandrum • Exam Stress management class in schools • Habitat study in perumbalam island • Mangroove visits • Plastic free campaign • Faculty development program for Amrita Hostel wardens • Field action project on monitoring the implementation of Right to Education Act. • Street vendors survey in collaboration with kollam municipality • Aranmula Heritage village Protection Action council
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MSW - ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMES
• International conference on Mental health (Buffalo University) • International colloquium on Social welfare programs (Indo- Swedish Collaboration) • International colloquium on Mental health policies ( St.Ambrose University,USA) • Intercampus workshop on Indian Constitution & Social Legislation, • Intercampus workshop on Public Health • Intercampus workshop on Psycho social Care in disaster Management • Certificate course in Research methodology • Certificate course in child protection & child rights • Workshop on Disaster management • Workshop on Tribal affairs • Workshop on Biodiversity and social science • Workshop on documentary & short film festival • Workshop on Child rights • Workshop on Life Skill Education • Workshop on communicating to communities ( Role of folk media for development commu- nication) • National Seminar on Genetically Modified Crops • Yoga & Meditation camps
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• Guidance and Counseling Services • Program development training • Workshop on Street Theatre • ToT on social entrepreneurship • Participatory Rural Appraisal • Social Audit • Gender Sensitivity • Web page designing • Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) • Fundamentals of Computer and MS office • Music Therapy • ToT on Life skills Education • Seminar series • International & national Conference • Invited talk by international faculty • Student & Alumni Meets • Alumni Association- ASWAAS
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ADMISSION 2019 The UNESCO Chair for Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment Announces 2019 Admissions for the multi-disciplinary, Global programme.
LAST DATE TO SUBMIT 30 June
APPLY NOW www.amrita.edu Phone: 18004259909
CONTACT US Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Amritapuri, Clappana P O, Kollam - 690525, Kerala, India
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