Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh: In an intellectually invigorating rendezvous, Fr. Joe Prabhu, the distinguished Executive Director of DB YaR Forum SPCI Dwarka, New Delhi, delved into a thought-provoking session on YaR Ministry with 52 BSW and MSW students from the illustrious Social Work Department of Rajiv Gandhi University.
Nestled amidst the scenic environs of Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, this event witnessed an enthralling synergy of ideas from both students and faculty members. Fr. Joe Prabhu was joined by Fr. Sunny Minj, Director of Don Bosco Youth Centre & YaR Centre, Itanagar, and Fr. Blasius Tete, YaR coordinator of Dimapur Province.
Taking place on the 11th of October in the year 2023, this remarkable session was further graced by the presence of five erudite faculty members, with the Head of the Social Work Department, Dr. Ravi Ranjan Kumar, being the epitome of scholarly distinction. The session seamlessly blended academia and practicality, illuminating the promising avenues for YaR Ministry’s collaboration with this esteemed academic institution, Rajiv Gandhi University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.
In a captivating dialogue, Fr. Joe Prabhu illuminated the attendees with his rich experiences and the visionary trajectory of YaR Ministry, accentuating its pivotal role in community and individual empowerment. Inspired by his eloquence, the students and faculty alike actively partook in a stimulating question-and-answer exchange, seeking to unearth a profound understanding of YaR Ministry’s initiatives and how aspiring social work scholars can contribute to the present society in which they live.
The Department of Social Work at Rajiv Gandhi University, acknowledging the intrinsic value of YaR Ministry’s noble mission, made an unequivocal commitment to future collaboration with the YaR Centre in Itanagar under the able leadership of Rev. Fr. Sunny Minj, Director of Don Bosco Youth Centre, Itanagar and YaR Centre Itanagar. This forthcoming partnership holds the promise of a harmonious fusion of academic wisdom with on-the-ground practical experience, an indispensable synergy in the domain of social work.
As this enlightening session drew to a close, participants were treated to a convivial assortment of snacks, creating a relaxed ambiance for further discussions, networking and advocacy. The event concluded on a joyous note, immortalizing the event through a group photo session, symbolizing the genesis of this pivotal collaboration.
The interactive convergence between Fr. Joe Prabhu and the erudite students and faculty members of Rajiv Gandhi University’s Social Work Department has erected the bedrock for a transformative partnership, poised to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of social work in the region. It is a resounding testament to the university’s steadfast dedication to nurturing socially responsible professionals and spearheading meaningful social initiatives within the scenic expanse of Arunachal Pradesh.