Session - Gender Sensitization Workshop
Trainer - Ms. Aastha Kamra & Ms. Neha Gupta
Students - 140
Session - Stop Bullying
Trainer - Ms. Parveen Gautam & Ms. Pratima Virwani
Students - 135
Sleepwell Foundation conducted a Gender Sensitization Workshop for 140 students of Classes 4 and 5 at Navyug School, Laxmi Bai Nagar, New Delhi on 24th October 2024, The workshop was held in two batches and aimed at raising awareness about gender equality.
The session began with a discussion on basic gender concepts, followed by a song “Ladkiyo Ladki Jaisi Nahi Hoti” to address common stereotypes. The trainers debunked misconceptions such as "Girls don't have brains" and "Boys don't cry," emphasizing that emotional responses and capabilities are not determined by gender. Two impactful videos were shown, highlighting how boys and girls express emotions similarly, despite biological differences.
Students were encouraged to question traditional gender roles, such as boys not wearing makeup or girls not playing certain sports. The trainers explained that these roles are socially constructed, not biological, and emphasized that anyone can pursue any interest, regardless of gender.
The session also covered the topic of transgender individuals, using the movie “Laxmi” to explain the importance of accepting and respecting the third gender in society.
The workshop concluded successfully, with students participating actively and understanding the message that gender equality should be embraced, and that societal roles should not limit anyone's potential.
Sleepwell Foundation conducted a workshop on 'Stop Bullying' at Navyug School, Laxmi Bai Nagar, New Delhi, on 29th October 2024, for 135 students from Classes 7th and 8th, split into two batches. The workshop aimed to raise awareness about bullying and provide strategies to prevent it.
The session began with an introduction by Ms. Archana Kumar, Principal, who set the tone for the day’s objectives. The students were encouraged to share personal experiences of bullying, both from school and home, fostering an open atmosphere of reflection. This was followed by a role-play activity where the students observed the dynamics between the bully and the bullied. The discussion then focused on the different forms of bullying—verbal, physical, social, and cyber—and their underlying causes.
Through real-life examples, including a reference to the cartoon character Doremon, students explored the reasons behind bullying and its long-term effects. A compelling video and the song Aaj Se Bully Band highlighted the importance of bystanders in stopping bullying.
Students participated in a poster-making activity to creatively express their commitment to stopping bullying. The workshop ended with appreciation from the school staff, students, and teachers, who requested further sessions on the topic. Notably, a physically challenged student, actively involved throughout the session, received support from his classmates, showing the positive impact of the workshop on building empathy.
The session concluded successfully, with students showing a strong willingness to address bullying, fostering better relationships and a sense of connection among them.
