Watch /Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 28th Oct, at Rotary Dr PV Datti school for the hearing impaired, a DCPUD unit by clicking here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKS4qRtYPXM Topic – Importance of health and education Overview – This session was conducted by Mr Vinayak from MCKS Food for the Hungry Foundation. During this session, he covered the below – Importance of education and how it will help them in their holistic growth. He also emphasised that every child must complete their education, at least up to the degree level, so that they may have a stable future. It was also mentioned to them that they should avoid shortcuts, laziness, or choosing the easy path, especially in education and career pursuits, as true success comes from consistent effort and commitment and what they receive for free that will support you in your health, education, and career pursuits, be it from your parents, government etc to be considered them as an opportunity and make the best use of them to grow holistically, and please do not waste them. It was also emphasised that our lives are highly dependent on our health; if we have good health, we will be able to study/work better, and also enjoy and be happy in our lives. He also taught a few physical exercises and meditation techniques that the students need to practice daily to develop their concentration skills.

• We thank MCKS Food for the Hungry Foundation for donating 26 compass boxes worth 2860 INR and 80 notebooks to the students from this school.

Watch /Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 31st Oct, at Observation home for boys, a DCPUD unit by clicking here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dhcD_pzYW4 Topic: Importance of Education During the session today, the importance of education was discussed with the children. It was highlighted how education helps them to: Gain knowledge and wisdom, and become aware of different aspects of their lives and pursuits.Make wise and informed decisions in every phase of life.Develop a sense of responsibility towards their family, nation, environment, and themselves — thereby enabling them to build a better future.

Watch /Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 30th Oct, at Sneha open shelter home for girls, a DCPUD unit by clicking here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIB_ImIZFMU Topic – Tips for effective learning Overview – In today’s session, we discussed with students the importance of developing habits and mindsets that help them learn effectively and retain what they learn. The focus was on understanding how learning happens best – 1. Discipline forms the foundation of effective learning. It includes: Showing up on timeBeing punctual helps students start their day with structure and focus. Valuing and respecting time (yours and others’). Time is a valuable resource; using it wisely ensures better learning outcomes . Being organizedKeeping study materials, notes, and schedules in order, helps reduce stress and improve focus. 2. Concentration – Make sure that you are concentrating/paying attention when you are learning. We need to listen and observe with concentration, which will enable us to understand concepts/make the learning process effective.   3. Ask Questions – Clarify Your Doubts. Never be afraid to ask questions! If you don’t understand something, ask. Clearing doubts immediately helps avoid confusion later. 4. Take Notes –

• For Remembrance, notes help you revise and remember what you’ve learned.
• Maintain a notebook specifically for learning.
• Write down key points from lessons.
• Add your own understanding or summary below each point.
• Make your notes clear, neat, and include examples for better recall.

5. Practise Keep referring to your notes regularlyApply what you’ve learned in real life – it makes learning meaningful. Practice repeatedly until you’re 100% confidentRevise often to avoid forgetting.

Watch /Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 29th Oct, at Govt.High School Anandnagar, by clicking here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KLQP6LZAvg Topic: The 3 Pillars for once holistic growth - Overview: In today’s session, we discussed the three key pillars of life: Health, Education, and Career. Students reflected on how each contributes to their overall well-being and future success. The importance of maintaining balance among all three was discussed. The children were introduced to the iINVENT ME Paid internship program and were encouraged to apply to this program to qualify themselves for grants and scholarships by visiting – https://iinventme.org/paid-internship/

Watch /Listen: Interns 3P’s skill development session + meeting held on 28th October by clicking here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsaxYjYRByk Minutes – Interns Weekly Status Meeting Attendees: Gerard I India CLICS (#19)– Basava, Kavya, Razia, Soumya, Megha, Laxmi, Danish, Shankar, Naveen, Shreya, Razia, Megha, Ashwini, Minaxi, Sashikumar, Ravi, Saniya, Riza, RajabiI MCLICS (#1)- Aishath I SLCICS (#8) – Ayodya, Nadeema, Sulakshana, Nishadi, Nehara, Nethmi, Tardi, Udyangi Date: 24th October 2025 #1.Attendance #28– #2.3p skill session – Topic – How to Use Google Drive Overview – During today’s session, the children learned how to use Google Drive to upload pictures and files, choose appropriate privacy settings while sharing links, and copy and share the link in the AIMS section of their CLICS as part of their project work. #3.Plan/Next Steps – 1. Quarterly event held on 9th Oct – The interns to write a summary of their understanding from the session by 13th Nov @ https://iinventme.org/paid-internship/comment-page-13/#comment-8403 2. The interns are requested to conduct sessions in line with their projects that can be broadcast live; they can work with Gerard on their schedule. Aishath will start from this Thursday at 2:30 pm. 3. The interns who want to present their project every month should let Gerard know during this meeting (the week prior) so that the session can be set up, and the scores will be included in the evaluation for this project. 4. Project update – Interns to update the AIMS section of their CLICS by Monday with the numbers and facts backed with pictures by creating specific links using Google Drive links. On Tuesday, come prepared to present their project in English. 5. For those who could not join today’s session, you may visit https://iinventme.org/internship, and in the AIMS section, you may review this session and reply with your learning, questions, and ideas. 6. Interns take down notes during the session while the topic is being discussed in line with the 3P skill program and post updates to their CLICS with the learnings, questions and any suggestions. 7. The interns are requested to enable their community members to join the internship program, and the scores will be added to the internship evaluation.

3p’s skill development session held on 27th October at the Vishwadharma school for the hearing impaired, a DCPUD Unit, Hubli – Topic: The 3 Pillars for once holistic growth Overview: In today’s session, we discussed the three key pillars of life: Health, Education, and Career. Students reflected on how each contributes to their overall well-being and future success. The importance of maintaining balance among all three was discussed. It was also emphasised to the children to avoid shortcuts, laziness, or choosing the easy path, especially in education. True success comes from consistent effort and commitment. Finally, students were reminded to value the support they receive from family, society, and the government as a precious opportunity—not to be wasted, but used wisely to build a better future. The children were introduced to the iINVENT ME Paid internship program and were encouraged to apply to this program to qualify themselves for grants and scholarships by visiting - https://iinventme.org/paid-internship/

3p’s skill development session held on 20th October at the State Home for Women and Children, Hubli – Topic – Spoken English Classes (verbs and its types) Overview – This session was conducted by Ms. Yasmeen M, M.A., M.Ed., Assistant Teacher at Government High School, Shri R. Bommai, Hubli. During the session, she revised the usage of verbs in English communication, the different types of verbs and their uses in effective English communication. Assignments - Students to -

1. To share their understanding of verbs.
2. Students to make notes.
3. Students to convert the following sentences from Kannada to English

ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿ. Kshamisi. ಎಲ್ಲಿಗೆ ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀರಿ? Ellige höguttiddiri? ನಾನು ಮನೆಗೆ ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದೇನೆ. Nānu manege höguttiddēne. ಇದು ಎಷ್ಟು? Idu eshtu? ನಿಮಗೆ ಕನ್ನಡ ಗೊತ್ತು ಇದೆಯಾ? Nimge kannada gottu ideya? ಇಲ್ಲಿ ನಿಲ್ಲಿ. Illi nilli. ಬೇಗ ಬನ್ನಿ. Bēga banni. ನನಗೆ ಅರ್ಥವಾಯಿತು. Nanage arthavāyitu. ನನಗೆ ಅರ್ಥವಾಗಲಿಲ್ಲ. Nanage arthavāgalilla. ಊಟ ಆಯ್ತಾ? Úța ayitā? ನಾಳೆ ಸಿಗೋಣ. Nāle sigōna.

3p’s skill development session held on 24th October at the Govt. High school, Nekarnagar, Hubli – Topic: The 3 Pillars for once holistic growth Overview: In today’s session, we discussed the three key pillars of life: Health, Education, and Career. Students reflected on how each contributes to their overall well-being and future success. The importance of maintaining balance among all three was discussed. It was also emphasised to the children to avoid shortcuts, laziness, or choosing the easy path, especially in education. True success comes from consistent effort and commitment. Finally, students were reminded to value the support they receive from family, society, and the government as a precious opportunity—not to be wasted, but used wisely to build a better future. The children were introduced to the iINVENT ME Paid internship program and were encouraged to apply to this program to qualify themselves for grants and scholarships by visiting - https://iinventme.org/paid-internship/