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governing body

Rev. Dr. Fr. John Alwyn Dais
B.A;M.A; Ph.D President

Rev. Dr. Fr. Paul Melwyn D’osuza B.A;M.A; Ph.D
Vice President

Rev. Fr. Maxim Dsilva
B.A; B.Ed; M.Ed
Secretary

Rev. Fr. Vijesh Loyed Menezes
B.Com; MBA
Treasurer


Rev. Fr. Elvin Santa Lopes

B.A; DJMC
Member

Rev. Fr. Arun Lobo B.A; PGDHRM;M.S.W
Member


Rev. Dr. Fr. Sathish Fernandes

B.A; M.Sc; PGDHRM; ;M.A; M.S.W
Member


Rev. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas,
B.A;L.L.B;M.A; M.S.W
Member


Rev. Fr. Vincent D’souza

B.A;M.A; M.S.W
Member

 

NEWS / HIGHLIGHTS


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Empowering Children: Awareness Program on Child Rights, Protection and child abuse: Vimukti pothnal
Vimukti Pothnal, organised an awareness program on child rights and child abuse to educate children about their rights, self-defence, and personal safety on 12th Ferbaruy,2025. The session also included discussions on preventing sexual abuse and menstrual hygiene for girls. Mrs. Jacintha, Vimukti staff, opened the program by addressing the growing safety concerns for children, especially girls. She emphasized the importance of speaking up, identifying safe and unsafe touch, and avoiding strangers. She also highlighted the dangers of child marriage and its impact. Mrs. Shilpa, a staff nurse, guided students on adolescent changes and menstrual hygiene management. A short film on child safety was screened, followed by interactive activities and a Q&A session, where students actively engaged. The program was well-received by Headmaster Mr. Gundappa, teachers, and 40 girl students, who benefited from the valuable insights shared.

Empowering Women Through Vocational Training: Pathway to Self-Reliance
"Empower a woman with skills, and she will uplift an entire community."
Vimukti Pothnal is committed to transforming lives through its Vocational Training Centre, equipping underprivileged women and girls—especially those from rural areas—with skills that open doors to economic independence. Many women who once remained idle at home are now embracing new opportunities through tailoring training, which serves as a foundation for self-sufficiency. Alongside technical skills, personality development and leadership training are also integrated into their learning, empowering them to take charge of their futures. The impact of this initiative has been profound—45 women who once faced economic hardships and social isolation have now found purpose, confidence, and a means to sustain themselves. Many of these empowered women have gone on to advocate for the rights and welfare of other women, creating a ripple effect of positive change. Through VCT’s unwavering support, these women are not just learning skills but reshaping their futures and strengthening their communities.

Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Drive & Free Sanitary Pad Distribution: Vimukti Pothnal
Vimukti Pothnal organized Menstrual Hygiene awareness Drive and Free sanitary pad distribution program on 1st February 2025 at tadkal village. The chief guest, Mr. Daniel Helbert, France, highlighted the significance of childhood and adolescence as formative years. He urged participants to embrace their youth, engage in joyful learning, and develop into responsible individuals. Ms. Bernadette from France conducted an interactive session on safe Touch and unsafe Touch, equipping adolescent girls with essential knowledge about personal safety and boundaries. Ms. Jacinta Vimukti staff, led an informative session on physical hygiene and adolescent health. She explained the hormonal changes during puberty and encouraged young girls to seek medical guidance without hesitation whenever they face health concerns. Ms. Shilpa staff nurse explained child development, menstrual hygiene, and proper sanitary pad usage. A short film, "Maitri," reinforced hygiene awareness, followed by free sanitary pad distribution to all participants. Nearly 40 adolescent girls benefited from this informative and empowering workshop, equipping them with confidence and knowledge to manage their health effectively.

Workshop on Ambedkar and his contribution to the construction workers:
Vimukti Pothnal, organized an awareness workshop on Wednesday to educate construction and other workers about the contributions of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar towards labor rights and welfare. In his welcoming speech, Jayashila Dotharbandi, Taluk Coordinator of Vimukti, emphasized Dr. Ambedkar’s crucial role in securing workers' rights and eliminating exploitative labor conditions. Mr. Sridhar from the Labor Department, Manvi, served as the resource person, providing valuable insights into laws introduced by Dr. Ambedkar, including provisions for women workers, maternity benefits, labor welfare funds, and government schemes for construction workers. The event was presided over by Mr. Daniel Helbert and Mrs. Bernadette from France. Also gracing the occasion were Fr. Sathish Fernandes, Vimukti Director, Mr. Shivappa and Mr. Amresh, Vice President of the Construction Workers' Union. Mrs. Jecintha, along with Vimukti staff members Mr. Charlie, Ms. Mamata, Mrs. Shilpa Valkandinni, Mrs. Umadevi Devipur, Mrs. Eshamma Sunkanoor, and Mr. Huchappa Pothnal, coordinated and actively participated in the program. The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 60 workers, who benefited from the informative session on their rights and welfare schemes.

"Vimukti Celebrates National Girl Child Day: Educate a Girl, Empower the World"
Vimukti Pothnal, in collaboration with the Government Higher Primary School, Jeenoor, organized a program to mark National Girl Child Day on January 24,2025. Vimukti staff member Mr. Charlie Udbal highlighted the significance of the day, emphasizing the importance of educating and empowering girls for their well-being and society's progress. He stressed the responsibility of every citizen to ensure gender equality and an equitable future for girls. The school's in-charge headmaster, Mr. Ashok, noted that the Ministry of Women and Child Development initiated this observance in 2008 to promote the empowerment of girls and eliminate gender discrimination. He urged families to treat girls equally to boys. Assistant teacher Mrs. Shivalila added that boys should also contribute to household chores, fostering equality within families.The event saw the active participation of co-teachers and about 90 students, both boys and girls.

Grassroot Stakeholders Training Held at Vimukti Pothnal
On January 20th, 2025, a stakeholders' training session was conducted at the Vimukti Center. Participants from four villages actively engaged in the program, including four Nodal Teachers, four Rakshaks, four Grammitras, and four community leaders.The training focused on addressing the critical issue of human trafficking and raising awareness about its social implications. The participants were highly engaged throughout the session. Discussions highlighted how human trafficking violates basic human rights and disproportionately affects minors, women, and young girls, pushing them into vulnerable situations. The training emphasized the collective responsibility to protect these marginalized and at-risk groups. Participants also gained valuable insights into the adverse effects of social media misuse and the importance of utilizing helplines to take prompt and effective action against such crimes. The session included group discussions, followed by presentations from each group on strategies to make villages safer for children and women. One participant shared their thoughts, stating: "This training has strengthened our resolve to combat human trafficking and protect the vulnerable. It has empowered us with knowledge and tools to build a safer environment in our communities." In total, 16 members participated in and benefited from this training.

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Knowledge indeed transforms the children but the proper environment and the basic facilities in imparting the education enables the children all the more to be the best.
Vimukti Trust® Pothnal is making a difference by prioritizing in support of the children to obtain a decent education with the right environment.
COME LET’S JOIN OUR HANDS FOR THIS GREAT CAUSE BY BRINGING SMILES UPON THEIR FACES MAKING THEM OUR OWN CHILDREN IN SUPPORT OF THEM.

 


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Let us march forward to awaken the humanity to restore the worth of human dignity: Vimukti Pothnal
The Vimukti Charitable Trust ® requesting to help a disabled parent’s family from sindanuru, Raichur District with four kids who are in a dire need of the financial support both for the daily sustenance and to have a decent house to live in. Their disability has deprived them to have hardly one meal for the day. Will you be a help to this needy family? You may not have plenty but give from your little available resources. Even the one or two rupees that you contribute to this family is worth. Therefore march forward to awaken the humanity to restore the worth of human dignity. Inspire others by sharing it. Contact: 9448335778. May God Bless you all!

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Extending our hands to the poor and needy during Covid-19
During this period of struggle, the Vimukti Charitable Trust® team extended our concern and solidarity for the poor and the neediest around us. This was a moment of witnessing the real Franciscan spirit.


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COVID-19 Pandemic
Capuchin Friars in Solidarity
Holy Trinity Province Karnataka

We thank all our friars, communities, coordinators, volunteers, support staff and others who are connected with the pandemic initiatives and responses. Let us pray for the humanity and help the needy. God bless us all.

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Completion report of Convergence
 Workshop for Strengthening of
Child Protection System


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ABOUT US
VIMUKTI CHARITABLE TRUST is a social action unit of the Capuchin Franciscan of Karnataka Province, Registered under the Trust Act bearing number, Trust/718/10A/Vol-II/V-299/2000-2001 Dated 01.05.2000. VIMUKTI is integral liberation as understood popularly and it undertakes and executes socio-economic empowerment activities among the disadvantage and the vulnerable sections of the society. As the activities of the province became widespread, ‘Vimukti’ came into existence in 1999 to co-ordinate, document, monitor, review and evaluate the social work intervention activities to ensure greater efficiency and increased accountability towards the same.

STATUTES
The Karnataka Capuchin Province has established a registered trust called, Vimukti Charitable Trust for social service and developmental activities in the Province. The goals and objectives of this trust are to be attained in a systematic and cohesive manner. For this purpose the Province shall establish in a suitable place a well furnished central office to plan, coordinate and supervise all the programmes and the activities. The Statutes are applicable to all the Friars of the Province who are involved in this ministry. So that all the Programmes function effectively and achieve the expected goals and objectives. These Statutes are to be read along with the Constitutions of the Order and also the Statutes of the Province.

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