Directorate of Extension and Outreach Activities

Introduction:

The Directorate of Extension and Outreach Activities at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) serves as a bridge between academia and the community. The Primary mission of this initiative is to leverage the university’s resources, knowledge, and expertise to understand and address societal challenges besides supporting sustainable development. Engaging in programs and initiatives, the University aim to empower communities, foster partnerships with local administration and Non-Governmental Organization, to recognize and conduct activities relevant to the societal needs while providing learning experiences for the students and faculty. The focus of activities spans educational outreach, health and wellness, environmental sustainability, social welfare, ensuring a holistic approach to community engagement and social responsibility embodying the university’s commitment to community service and innovation. Through these efforts, we strive to make a lasting positive impact on society.

Objectives:

• To understand and conduct activities relevant to the societal needs
• To provide experiential learning opportunities for students and faculty through active participation in community engagement and outreach activities.
• To integrate community-based learning with specific study objectives in the curriculum for enriched learning experience into the academic curriculum to enrich students' educational journey and professional development.
• To establish and strengthen collaborations with regional, national, and international organizations to enhance the reach and impact of the initiatives.
• To engage with governmental and non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and other educational institutions to share resources and expertise.
• To organize health camps, awareness campaigns, and preventive healthcare initiatives to improve the overall health and well-being of the community.
• Provide support and resources to marginalized and vulnerable populations to promote inclusivity and social justice.

The Directorate of Extension and Outreach collaborates with the following stakeholders in the implementation of the mandate

• Office of the Registrar
• Deans/Principals of the constituent units
• Medical Superintendents of All Teaching Hospitals
• RHCDC, NSS, YRC, MSW

University level Committee for supporting the extension and outreach (Advisory)

• Deans of all the Constituent Units
• Dr. Poonam Nirgude Director RHCDC
• Medical Superintendents All Teaching Hospitals
• Dr. Akshay K M Head, Department of Community Medicine
• Dr. Rekha Shenoy Head, Department of Community Dentistry
• Dr. Mohammed Guthigar Head, Department of Social Work

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