Jagruthi: Monthly Sustainability Awareness Program
“Jagruthi,” an initiative by the Center for Sustainability and Executive Education at Cambridge Institute of Technology (CIT), is a monthly sustainability-focused program designed to promote awareness, inspire action, and foster community engagement. This program is aligned with the United Nations’ sustainability calendar days, addressing critical global issues through a variety of events and activities.
Each month, “Jagruthi” will spotlight a specific sustainability theme and involve students, faculty, and staff in meaningful initiatives, such as donation drives, workshops, awareness campaigns, and practical community-focused projects. By integrating these activities into campus life, “Jagruthi” seeks to nurture a culture of sustainability while empowering students to lead positive change.
Objectives
- Create Awareness: Educate participants on global sustainability challenges and solutions.
- Encourage Action: Foster active involvement in community-oriented activities and initiatives.
- Develop Leadership: Provide opportunities for students to lead and contribute to sustainability projects.
- Align with Global Efforts: Support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Strengthen Community Ties: Build a collaborative platform for students, faculty, and external partners to address sustainability challenges collectively.
Outcomes
- Informed Participants: A well-informed campus community with enhanced understanding of sustainability principles.
- Social Impact: Positive contributions to local and global sustainability through impactful initiatives.
- Student Empowerment: Students equipped with organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Institutional Recognition: CIT is recognized as a sustainability-driven institution committed to societal impact.
- Collaborative Engagement: Strengthened interdepartmental cooperation and a united effort toward creating a sustainable future.
“Jagruthi” aspires to bridge the gap between knowledge and action, enabling CIT to be a leader in sustainability education and community engagement.
Upcoming Events
| Date | International Day | Proposed Event |
|---|---|---|
| 15 July | World Youth Skills Day | • Workshop on a specific skill for students studying in rural colleges |
| 9 August | International Day of the World's Indigenous People | • Release of a documentary capturing Indigenous community practices |
| 16 September | International Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South | • Case study/poster presentation on a unique product for global south |
| 16 October | World Food Day | • Workshop on Food habits and practices (Sustainable Gastronomy Day) |
| 26 November | World Sustainable Transport Day | • No vehicle day at CIT |
| 20 December | International Human Solidarity Day | • Donation of winter wear / clothes |
Completed Events
| Date | International Day | Proposed Event |
|---|---|---|
| 20 December | International Human Solidarity Day | • Donation of winter wear / clothes |
| 24 January | International Day of Education | • A session on “Peace and Harmony in the society” for Government School Kids , A session at CIT campus for all students |
| 11 February | International Day of Women and Girls in Science | • An expert talk from Women Leader in Science, (IISc., DRDO etc.) |
| 20 March | International Day of Happiness | • Workshop on Inner Happiness |
| 21 April | World Creativity and Innovation Day | • Student Competition on designing of creativity and innovation |
| 20 May | World Bee Day – Awareness Programme | • Awareness Programme on honeybee and its significance in Sustainability |
Posters of Completed Events
