Whistling Woods International dedicates a week to the differently abled, themed ‘Be the Change’

Aimed at spreading awareness about the special needs of differently abled people, Whistling Woods International (WWI) dedicated a week towards the theme ‘Be the Change’. WWI is also associated with NGOs like Salaam Baalak Trust, Organ India, Laadli – A Population First Initiative and Aseema through its course of operation. Students are encouraged to take their learning beyond their respective curriculum, to make them responsible citizens that give back to society.

More than 130 members from the Fellowship of the Physically Handicapped (FPH) graced the occasion with their presence in WWI. This is as per tradition at the institute that is a part of the its CSR activity.

The FHP team at WWI

Meghna Ghai Puri, President WWI said, “We are extremely happy to have the members of FPH visit our campus, and make the entire event all the more special with their presence. Through this week, we hope to have contributed in spreading awareness about an important cause, thereby taking a significant step towards inspiring the society to Be the Change.”

To understand the special needs and abilities of physically and mentally challenged people, a panel discussion titled ‘Recognising Ability over Disabilities’ was held.  The panelists included educationists like Varija Bajaj, Founder, Varija Life, Geeta Castelino, Head CSR, Welingkar Institute of Management & Research, Rabiya Nazki HOD, Producing, Whistling Woods International, Shama Sikander, Actor, Paras Sharma, Clinical Psychologist, The Tata Institute of Social Sciences and Somnath Sen, Director Outreach and Affiliations, Whistling Woods International and was one of the highlights of the week.

The panelists highlighted the need for a sustainable change in the society and with over 200 students in attendance, they discussed and how society must acknowledge and contribute towards the development of the lesser privileged sections.

Ms. Puri added, “We feel extremely proud to host an event which aims at transforming the lives of so many students. It was indeed an honour for us to host an insightful panel discussion.”