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of our past brainstorms, events, concerts and more.
Request a workshop/session | Nominate a speaker | Share your AIMS events below for a chance to win grants
Watch/Listen: IINVENT ME Annual Onsite Awards event held on 12th Oct @ Govt. Children’s Home For Boys, by clicking here: Dignitaries – Smt. Deepa Javoor, Dist. Child Protection Officer, DCPUD. I Smt. Ashwini Ulliger, Protection Officer, DCPUD. Event overview – This event honors the outstanding contributions and achievements of the members of our community—Teachers for imparting values and life lessons, Students who are building their AIMS initiatives and projects that contribute to their own holistic growth while creating a positive impact on others; and Partners providing support to those in need—who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence over the past one year by contributing to community growth projects in their respective regions. Awards & Recognitions – IIINVENT AIMS AWARD – Presented by Smt. Ashwini Ulliger, Protection Officer, DCPUD to the interns Shashikiran Rotti I Ravikiran Rotti I Parashuram Durgamurgi I Shivappa Haranishikari I Durgaprasad Bestar — These interns are being recognized for their successful participation in the GTTC Summer Camp conducted during April and May, where they gained valuable hands-on knowledge and practical skills in basic technology, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Electricity, and Plumbing. They further demonstrated their enthusiasm for learning by successfully presenting their projects and showcasing the knowledge and… Read more »
Watch/Listen: Monday Brainstorm session held on 12th Oct, by clicking here – Attendees – Interns # – Nehara, Nishadhi, Nadhima, Ayodya, Sulakshana Date – 5th Oct 2026 Key highlights of the session – This session is focused where students are guided through a new, structured presentation format designed to improve communication and personal goal-setting. The session emphasises a “Why, How, and What” framework for sharing updates. Key takeaways from the session: Structured Presentation Framework: To ensure efficiency and clarity, participants are instructed to present in a specific sequence (0:31, 52:50):Why: Personal goals and objectives (e.g., career aspirations).How: The plan to achieve those goals (e.g., studies, projects).What: Weekly accomplishments, challenges faced, and plans for the upcoming week.Time Management: Each individual or team is allotted a maximum of 3 minutes to present (31:23, 56:06) to ensure sessions remain concise and allow for multiple students to participate.Mentorship and Feedback: The mentor encourage students to practice this format (55:12) and provide real-time coaching (e.g., helping student Nishadi refine her presentation on her project and career goals (35:57)).Documentation: The importance of taking notes in Sinhala and then translating them into English is highlighted to build better documentation habits (28:17, 53:15).Next Steps – AMITSU Interns/ students… Read more »
Watch/Listen: Monday Brainstorm session held on 5th Oct, by clicking here –
Attendees – Interns #1 – Pushpitha
Date – 5th Oct 2026
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3P’s skill development session held on 1st Oct, 2026 Dharshan Open Shelter Home For Boys – DCPUD. PFA – Session pics in the link section 3P,s skill development session held on 23 Sep @Sneha Shakthi Sadhan – DWDD Pic in the link section – Topic – Live Every Day Like a Celebration Living as if every day is a celebration does not mean partying every day. It means recognising the value of each day and choosing to live it with gratitude, purpose and joy. – Why should we live every day like a celebration?1. Life is happening today We often wait for a big achievement, birthday, promotion or special event to be happy. But life is made up of ordinary days. Every day is an opportunity to experience something meaningful. 2. It creates gratitude When we celebrate the small things—good health, family, friends, learning, work, nature, or simply being alive—we become more aware of what we already have. 3. It changes our attitude Challenges will always be part of life. A celebration mindset does not remove our problems; it helps us face them with hope, courage and positivity. 4. Small achievements matter Completing a task, helping someone, learning something new,… Read more »
3P’s skill development session held on 1st Oct, 2026 Observation Home For Boys – DCPUD.
PFA – Session pics in the link section
The greatest superpower every human being possesses is the power of the mind. It allows us to imagine, create, think differently, and turn ideas into reality.
By learning from one another, as well as from our education and life experiences, our minds continue to grow and become smarter. To make the most of this incredible ability, we need to give our best, stay focused, and concentrate on learning.
The more we learn and understand, the more we develop knowledge and wisdom. This, in turn, builds greater awareness and intelligence, helping us make better decisions, solve problems, and create meaningful changes in our lives and the world around us
Watch/Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 30th Sept @ Children Home For Boys – DCPUD by clicking here – Topic – Making learning effective This session focused on teaching students **how to learn effectively** and retain information. The speaker emphasizes the importance of **discipline**, **active engagement**, and **consistent practice** as keys to academic success. ### **Key Learning Strategies:** 1. **Discipline (18:55 – 22:15):** Maintaining order, being prepared with necessary tools (books and pens), and managing time effectively are foundational to learning. 2. **Active Listening and Observation (26:07 – 34:00):** Learning requires undivided attention. The speaker illustrates this using the example of movie-watching or following complex instructions, where focus leads to better retention. 3. **Asking Questions (36:09 – 38:00):** Encouraging students to clear doubts by asking questions, which helps in understanding complex concepts and speeds up the learning process. 4. **Note-Taking (40:17 – 42:25):** Writing down key points ensures information is preserved for future revision and reinforces memory. 5. **Practice (43:13 – 45:19):** Consistent repetition and application of what has been learned are essential for achieving perfection. The speaker frequently pauses to ensure students are following along, asking them to write down these points in their notebooks to practice what is being preached during the… Read more »
Watch/Listen: 3P’s skill development session held on 30th Sept @ Dharshan OpenShelter Home For Boys – DCPUD by clicking here – Topic – Importance of Health, Learning, and Goal-setting The discussion centers on personal growth, discipline, and the importance of approaching all tasks with 100% effort and awareness. Key Discussion Points: Academic and Personal Responsibility: The students share their experiences with studying subjects like math, science, and languages, and discuss their contributions to the shelter’s gardening activities (0:00 – 12:30). Core Life Principles: Shashikanth emphasizes three pillars for a successful life: Health (Arogya), Learning (Kalike), and Goal-setting (Guri) (16:45 – 22:45). The Mindset of Excellence: The mentor uses the example of cricketer Virat Kohli to explain that true success comes from consistent, focused practice and the humility to keep learning even after achieving milestones (32:50 – 40:00). Practical Discipline: The session stresses the importance of performing even minor daily tasks—like tidying a bed or brushing teeth—with total focus and dedication to build overall mindfulness and discipline (41:15 – 42:20). Important Guidance: The mentor advises the students to avoid harmful habits and maintain a balanced approach to all activities, including study, play, and rest (20:50 – 22:30). Health warnings are provided regarding… Read more »
3P’s skill development session held on 29th Sept. Sneha Open Shelter Home For Girls – DCPUD.
PFA – Session pics in the link section
Topic – Creating with Purpose: Handmade Art & Craft Skills
This session was conducted by Mr Sydney Gandhi, an expert Art & Craft Skill Trainer.
The instructional workshop focused on teaching students how to create handmade bracelets using fabric and simple crafting techniques.