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Saman Bachpan Abhiyan is launching a National Photography/Painting contest titled “Equal-India 2009” to raise voice against unequal opportunities for children. The idea is to involve artists, across India to create an art production on the issue of Equal Opportunity in Childhood. This initiative, will not only create mass awareness among the general public and various stakeholders of the education sector, but will also highlight the need for providing special focus to issues related to Equal Opportunity in Childhood.

Awarded and selected entries would be displayed at a National level exhibition to be organized along side the award function.

Last date for sending in your entries is 16th November 2009. The entry forms and guidelines are available on our website www.samanbachpanindia.org.

Equal-India 2009 awards/recognizes photographs/paintings based on the theme “Equal / Unequal Childhood” – (photographs and paintings must be related to Education: a basic service or commodity? Schools in urban and rural areas, difference in opportunity in Childhood: social and economic exclusion in childhood and its far-reaching impact, and/or initiatives and efforts aimed at building a fairer, more equal India. )

PRIZES (one each for photography and painting)
First Prize: Rs. 50,000/- and citation of award
Second prize: Rs. 20,000/- and citation of award
Third Prize: Rs. 10,000/- and citation of award
25 Consolation Prizes: Rs. 1,500/- and citation of award (only for painting)

We invite entries from professionals, amateurs, Students, Children, etc. All the entries will get listed on the website. The awarded and selected images will be published and promoted not only at the exhibition but also during the Saman Bachpan Abhiyan campaign.

We deeply solicit your support for the following:

* Circulate the “Equal-India 2009” information among your networks i.e. photographers, studios, galleries, photojournalists, organisations, list serves, educational institutions like schools, colleges, etc.
* Display the “Equal-India 2009” information and ‘Call for Entry’ poster in your notice board.

“Support the movement to give better and equal opportunities to the children in India”

Send us your entries with all enclosures to:

Goa-CAP
C/o Dorothy Fernandes
H/No 83/1, Opposite Chicalim Church
Chicalim, Vasco Da Gama,
Goa – 403711
Mobile: 09730103604, 09820679662
Email: equalindia2009@yahoo.com

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Saman Bachpan Abhiyan is a campaign about raising voice against unequal opportunities for children. The campaign believes that each child should get equal opportunity for development as a matter of constitutional right. For more details on the campaign please visit www.samanbachpan.org/ National secretariat: Saman Bachpan Abhiyan, 128 Technocrate Society, Bedla Road, Udaipur 313004, Rajasthan (India)

Deadline Date: 14 October 2009
Eligible countries: All Countries
Source: http://www.changemakers.com/en-us/mentalhealth

www.infochangeindia.org (managed by the Centre for Communication and Development Studies) covers a diverse range of issues in the social sector – from environment, poverty, livelihoods, public health, women and child rights, social exclusion, displacement, migration, gender and sexuality to globalisation, trade and development, intellectual property rights, social entrepreneurship and much more. We welcome proposals that uncover and illustrate topical issues and contemporary debates in any of these fields. The final output must combine research and reportage with background, perspective, analysis and, when appropriate, views and information from experts.

The fellowship must result in any one of the following outputs:

1. A series of five or more original articles (preferably with photographic documentation) on the proposed subject of research, totalling 7,500 words or more. These are to be submitted and uploaded on www.infochangeindia.org.
2. A series of three or more audio documentaries – each less than 20 mins in duration — on the proposed subject of research, to be featured in the Audio section of infochangeindia.org. If the documentaries are in a regional Indian language they must be subtitled in English.
3. One documentary film (not exceeding 30 mins duration) or a series of shorts (of broadcast quality, submitted in avi or mpeg formats) on the proposed subject of research, for upload in the Documentary section of infochangeindia.org. If the documentary is in a regional Indian language it must be subtitled in English.

(All content researched and uploaded on www.infochangeindia.org may be submitted for publication/dissemination elsewhere one month after upload on our site, provided due credit is given to CCDS and infochangeindia.org as the supporting institution and the website where the material first appeared respectively. Films and audio stories produced as part of the fellowship must likewise carry the required credits to CCDS and infochangeindia)

Duration

The fellowships will be announced end-October. Fellows are expected to begin work by the first week of November 2009 and complete it by the first week of January 2010. All outputs are required to reach infochangeindia by January 10, 2010.

Eligibility

The fellowship is open to independent journalists, filmmakers and researchers living in India only. Working journalists may also apply, provided their organisations endorse their application and allow them time off for this fellowship If selected.

Last date for submission of applications

All applications must be received by September 30, 2009.

Funding support

The infochangeindia fellowships carry a grant amount of Rs 50,000 (subject to TDS as applicable). 50% of this amount will be disbursed on selection, to fund travel and research expenses. The balance will be released on successful completion of the project, submission and acceptance of stories/films. Infochangeindia reserves the right to ask for revisions in articles/documentaries submitted until its standards for upload are met.

Grants will be withdrawn and the advance refunded by the fellow if the fellow fails to complete and submit her/his project on deadline or if the quality of the work submitted is not acceptable. The decision of the editors/editorial board of www.infochangeindia.org on the quality of submissions will be final.

Application procedure

All applications must be accompanied by

1. A detailed proposal (not exceeding 1,000 words) clearly stating the subject to be researched, the applicant’s perspective on this subject, and expected output in terms of X number of articles etc.
2. Travel likely to be undertaken for the research, with an estimated budget.
3. CV of the applicant.
4. Three samples of published work by applicants from the print media. At least one sample of broadcast/telecast work on CD by applicants from the electronic media. If any of these are in regional languages, they must be accompanied by a summary of their contents in English.
5. Working journalists submitting applications must enclose a letter from their editor stating that they endorse the application and will allow the fellow time off for the research if selected.
6. One letter of recommendation from a writer/editor/academician or other appropriate referee endorsing the applicant’s interest/expertise in the chosen subject of research and the candidate’s ability to successfully complete the project.

Address to send applications to

Applications may be addressed to

Infochangeindia Media Fellowships
Centre for Communication and Development Studies (CCDS)
301, Kanchanjunga Building, Kanchan Gully
Off Law College Road,
Pune 411 004

Telephone: 020-26852845/25457371

Applications not accompanied by CDs may be sent by email to mediafellowships@infochangeindia.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it and CC to infochangefellowships@gmail.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it provided all scanned material is clearly legible and all attachments are zipped into a single file.

Please ask the students to contact the people mentioned below to get the form :

Prerana
#28, “Neeladri”, Ground floor, III Main Road,
Behind Ramakrishna Ashrama, Opp to Syandicate Bank
Basappa Layout (Gavipuram Extn.,), Hanumanthanagar, Bangalore-560 019

Ph: 080-65337823 / 9986630301
Email: preranabangalore@gmail.com

When last updated: The person to reach was Ms Bharathi at the line.

On the occasion of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Silver Inning Foundation, a dedicated organization for senior citizens and their family members will be commemorating Elder Abuse Day on 15th June’2009. It has taken the initiative to create awareness among civil society and Government to eliminate elder abuse at both micro and macro level.

World Elder Abuse Day 15th June ,programme aims to increase society’s ability, through various programmes to recognise and respond to the mistreatment of older people in whatever setting it occurs, so that the latter years of life will be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

The Three (3) best essays will be published on Website www.silverinnings.com as also on Blogs: http://peopleforsocialcause.blogspot.com/; http://silverinnings.blogspot.com/ And best Ten (10) will get Participation Certificate.

All the essays will be property of and used by Silver Inning Foundation as database/paper presentation for its strategy to Tackle Elder Abuse. The verdict of management of Silver Inning Foundation & Silver Innings for selection of best essay will be final.

Silver Inning Foundation consists of a dedicated team of professionals contributing to the cause of the elderly. Silver Inning Foundation conducts seminars, camps, lectures, awareness modules, Dementia management services and also has support groups for home based advice.

The Last date for submission of Essay is 31st May 2009.

Email your essay on or before 31st May 2009 to info@silverinnings.com and copy to silverinnings@gmail.com .The winners will be announced online by email after 10th June 2009. For further information please call on Tel no. 09987104233 – Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm.

Terms and Condition:

• Essay not more then 1000 words
• Essay should be in English
• Essay should be sent by Email only
• Indian Residence or POI can participate

This Programme is promoted by INPEA (International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse) Indian Chapter through Development, Welfare and Research Foundation (DWARF) and ‘Little Things Matter Initiatives’ (LTMI).

Silver Innings a Social Entrepreneur organization dedicated for the cause of Elderly, has organized one of its kind first time in India a 4 days & 3 night special summer camp for Senior Citizens who are 50+ on Thursday 28th May 2009 at Redstone Eco Center & Organic Farm, Panchgini, near Mahabaleshwar, India.

The Theme of this summer camp is Successful Ageing.
This is an initiative to give chance to elderly to Rejuvenate themselves, to make new friends and to explore nature. The camp is designed to enhance the camp experience for Senior Citizens.Para Medical staff and Doctor on Call Facility available.
Panchgini derives its name from the five hills in Sahyadri mountain range around it with Krishna River flowing alongside. Panchgani is about 285 km from Mumbai and 100km from Pune . It is situated at 1293meters (4242 feet) height. Its one of the most popular hill station in Maharashtra.
The activities includes – Yoga, Meditation, Nature Walk, Organic Farming, Talent Show, Bon Fire , visit to Local Market and many more interesting things.

Date of Camp:
28th May to 31st May 2009  (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday).Thursday 28th Early Morning Departure from Mumbai and Return to Mumbai on Sunday 31st late Eve.

Camp Site:
The Redstone Eco Center & Organic Farm
Bhose Village
Panchgani (near Mahabaleshwar)
Maharashtra
India : 412805

Cost:
Rs.4750/- per person Ex Mumbai (This includes Travel by Non AC Semi Luxury Bus/CAR, Vegetarian Diet Food specially planned by professional dietician and Activities)

Note:
Detail itinerary and programme will be provided after registration. Please note there are no fans at camp side, as the emphasis is on to feel the nature.

If you are 50 + or you want to gift your parents a holiday then contact for registration and application form:
Mr.Bhavesh Chheda: 9892612992
Mr. Sailesh Mishra: 9819819145
Email id: info@silverinnings.com

Last date for registration and payment Thursday 21st May 2009
Golden opportunity to discover yourself through sustainable living and understanding ecological balance

This programme is organized by Silver Innings in association with Silver Inning Foundation and The Redstone Eco Center & Organic Farm.

Silver Innings, A New Beginning……………………………….

Dear Friends,
Greetings from Silver Inning Foundation.

It has been one year when we started our never ending journey to serve elderly with launch of dedicated website for Elderly  www.silverinnings.com . During this period we also formed an NGO for Senior Citizens ,Silver Inning Foundation.With our proactive approach and your support we have made small beginning with a difference.

We would sincerely appreciate your participation as volunteer with Silver Inning Foundation. We are in the process of starting new projects for serving the elderly and we are positive that your support and contribution will be immensely helpful in taking the cause of the elderly forward. For this purpose we are conducting a volunteers meeting on Saturday 16th May’2009 at 11.00 am at HELP Library,Fort,Mumbai,India.

We look forward to meet you.

Date of the meeting :16th May 2009

Timings: Sharp 11.00 am to 12.30 pm

Venue address:
HELP Library – Health Education Library for People,
National Insurance Building,
Ground Floor,
Near Khadi Gram Udyog
206, Dr.D.N.Road,
Mumbai – 400 001.
Tel Nos.65952393/ 65952394/22061101
www.helpforhealth.org
www.healthlibrary.com

Please register at Silver Innings Help Desk on 09987104233  OR write to silverinnings@gmail.com – Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm.