EVENT TITLE: Thrift gifting – socio activity
DATE : 26.03.2025
TIME: 11:00 am -12:00 pm
VENUE: Department of Fashion Designing
EVENT CONVENER: Ms.Swetha Menon ( HOD of Fashion Designing )
EVENT COORDINATORS: Ms. Nivetha Kanmani
NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: 10 supporting staffs.
SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:
The Department of Fashion Designing, Faculty of Science and Humanities at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai Ramapuram, in association with the Socio-Activity Club, organized a Thrift Gifting event for the institution’s support staff on March 26, 2025. The event, held at the Department of Fashion Designing, aimed to appreciate the contributions of support staff by gifting them pre-loved but valuable items. The initiative encouraged sustainability and gratitude within the campus community.
The event was aligned with multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). By promoting thrift gifting, participants contributed to reducing waste while fostering a culture of social responsibility and resourcefulness. The event highlighted the importance of giving back to the community through meaningful and sustainable actions.
Attendees, including Socio-Activity Club members and staff, participated with enthusiasm. The support staff warmly received the gifts, expressing gratitude for the thoughtful gesture. The event created a positive and inclusive atmosphere, strengthening the bond between students, faculty, and support personnel. It also encouraged students to engage in compassionate and eco-friendly initiatives in the future.
Overall, the event was a resounding success, fostering a sense of community, appreciation, and environmental consciousness. The initiative not only benefited the recipients but also inspired participants to continue such meaningful efforts. Through this activity, SRM Institute reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, making a lasting impact on both the contributors and beneficiaries.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH MAPPING:
OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAM: (Based on SDG and Feedback)
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The initiative was aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:
SDG 1: No Poverty – Providing useful thrifted items to support staff, reducing financial burden.
SDG 4: Quality Education – Encouraging students to engage in social responsibility and community service.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Promoting sustainability through the reuse of resources.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Encouraging responsible consumption and reducing waste.
FEEDBACK :
Response of Attendees
The event received an overwhelming positive response from attendees. The support staff expressed their heartfelt gratitude, appreciating the thoughtful initiative. Club members and faculty actively engaged, reinforcing a sense of community, inclusivity, and appreciation.
Outcome:
Strengthened the bond between students, staff, and faculty through social engagement.
Promoted sustainability and responsible consumption by encouraging thrift gifting.
Inspired participants to engage in more community-driven activities in the future.
Overall, the event was a heartwarming success, leaving a lasting impact on both the givers and recipients, while reinforcing the institution’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable practices.
