
Community Engagement Training Programme - Coimbatore.
On October 24th and 25th, 2024, Sr. Agatha DSS, Mrs. Reena, and Mrs. Sheeja attended a two-day training program on "Community Engagement" at the Karl Kubel Institute (a charitable institute founded by Mr. Karl Kubel from Germany in 1957) in Anaikatti, Coimbatore. The training was conducted by Dr. Uma Shanker, a dynamic and inspiring trainer. During the two days, Dr. Uma Shanker motivated us to pursue our social service with utmost dedication and commitment. We learned new insights that will be valuable for our work with MIDS. We understood that, as organizers, we must be with the group, like the group, and work for the group, accepting them as they are. Patience, love, and genuine concern are essential in our interactions. It is our responsibility to support individuals in achieving independence and contribute to the consistent socio-economic development of their families. This training enhanced our understanding of systematic leadership, group facilitation, and effective communication within community programs. We are grateful to God Almighty and extend our heartfelt thanks to Rev. Fr. Dr. Jerome C, the Director of MIDS, for this wonderful opportunity.