Value Added Course on Inclusive Climate Resilience for Communities
Date: 16 to 21 July 2026
The Department of Social Work successfully conducted a Value Added Course on 'Inclusive Climate Resilience for Communities' for the Second Year MSW students from 16th to 21st July 2026. The course was designed to strengthen students' understanding of climate resilience from the perspectives of social justice, gender equity, and inclusive development while equipping them with practical knowledge and skills for community-based climate action.

The 30-hour programme was delivered by the faculty members of the department through interactive lectures, case discussions, participatory exercises, and activity-based learning. The course covered climate change science, resilience, adaptation and mitigation, gendered vulnerabilities, climate justice, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (VCA), climate-smart agriculture, WASH, inclusive education, child protection in disasters, community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement, and access to CSR and public welfare schemes. Students actively engaged in policy critiques, community mapping exercises, and practical discussions that enhanced their analytical and problem-solving abilities.

The sessions highlighted the importance of participatory planning, rights-based approaches, and multi-stakeholder collaboration in building resilient communities. Students were encouraged to critically examine the differential impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and design inclusive, sustainable interventions for diverse community settings, thereby strengthening their professional competence and field practice skills.

The Value Added Course concluded with a comprehensive assessment to evaluate students' understanding of the concepts and their ability to apply them in practice. The successful conduct of the programme reflects the Department's continued commitment to equipping future social work professionals with contemporary knowledge and practical competencies to address emerging social and environmental challenges through inclusive and community-centred interventions.

Value Added Course on Community Based Rehabilitaion
Date: 16 to 18 December 2025
The Department of Social Work successfully conducted an Add-on Course on ‘Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR)’ for the First Year MSW students from 16th to 19th December 2025. The course was designed to strengthen students’ understanding of rehabilitation practices within community settings and to equip them with practical and theoretical perspectives relevant to social work practice.

The programme was delivered over a 30-hour duration, with sessions handled by the experienced faculty members of the department. The course covered key concepts of CBR, principles of inclusive development, role of community participation, and strategies for empowering persons with disabilities through locally available resources. Interactive discussions, case examples, and activity-based learning were used to enhance student engagement.

The sessions emphasized the importance of community-level interventions, inter-sectoral collaboration, and sustainable rehabilitation approaches. Students were encouraged to critically analyse real-life community issues and propose suitable rehabilitation strategies, thereby strengthening their professional competence and field-oriented thinking.

The add-on course concluded with an assessment to evaluate the students’ understanding of the subject and learning outcomes. The successful conduct of this programme reflects the Department’s strong commitment to developing competent social work professionals by providing value-added courses that enhance students’ knowledge, skills, and community-oriented practice.

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VAC on Psychosocial and Mental Health Care for Women Facing Gender Based Violence
Date: 10 to 15 July 2025
A five-day Value-Added Course on "Psychosocial and Mental Health Care for Women Facing Gender-Based Violence" was organized by the Department of Social Work, Kristu Jayanti Deemed to be University in collaboration with the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) for the II Year MSW students from 10th July to 15th July 2025.

The course, facilitated by Ph.D. scholars and Psychiatric Social Workers from NIMHANS, Bengaluru to provide a deep understanding of the psychosocial impact of violence on women, multigenerational trauma, psychological first aid, and the significant role of social workers in advocating for mental health, safety, and justice. Students were introduced to trauma-informed approaches, case-based learning, and intervention strategies relevant to the current socio-cultural context.

The course was thoughtfully designed with a mix of interactive sessions, reflective discussions, hands-on activities, role plays, and experiential learning components. These sessions helped students engage more meaningfully with the complex realities of gender-based violence while developing empathy, professional boundaries, and effective communication skills.

This initiative reflected the Department of Social Work’s dedication to equipping future social work professionals with a holistic and practical understanding of mental health, trauma care, and gender sensitivity. The course not only enhanced academic learning but also strengthened the personal and professional values essential to the field of social work.