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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This executive summary encapsulates the internship report focused on Ashalaya Trust, a
nongovernmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized
communities through various initiatives.
Introduction: Ashalaya Trust is committed to addressing socio-economic challenges faced
by marginalized communities through sustainable development programs. This report
evaluates the organization's mission, impact, and challenges encountered during the
internship period.
Mission and Objectives: The mission of Ashalaya Trust is to empower marginalized
communities by providing them with access to education, healthcare, and livelihood
opportunities. Through these initiatives, the organization aims to foster self-reliance and
sustainable development.

Programs and Initiatives:

1. Education Programs: Ashalaya Trust operates educational programs aimed at providing
formal and informal education to children and adults from marginalized backgrounds.
These programs include scholarships, vocational training, and literacy campaigns.
2. Healthcare Initiatives: The organization offers healthcare services, including medical
camps, health education, and access to basic healthcare facilities, improving the health
outcomes of underserved communities.
3. Livelihood Support: Ashalaya Trust facilitates livelihood support programs such as
microfinance initiatives, skill development workshops, and entrepreneurship training,
enabling individuals to generate sustainable incomes.
Impact Assessment: The internship report evaluates the impact of Ashalaya Trust's
interventions:
Improved literacy rates and educational attainment among beneficiaries.
Enhanced access to healthcare services, leading to better health outcomes.
Economic empowerment thro-ugh livelihood initiatives, reducing poverty levels
.
Challenges and Recommendations: Despite its achievements, Ashalaya Trust faces several
challenges:

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Limited funding and resources hindering program scalability.

Infrastructural gaps affecting service delivery in remote areas.
Socio-cultural barriers impacting community engagement.
To address these challenges and enhance effectiveness:
Advocate for increased funding through partnerships and grants.
Strengthen infrastructure and logistical support to reach remote communities.
Conduct culturally sensitive outreach and awareness campaigns.
Conclusion: In conclusion, Ashalaya Trust plays a pivotal role in empowering marginalized
communities through education, healthcare, and livelihood initiatives. By addressing
challenges and leveraging partnerships, the organization can amplify its impact and achieve
sustainable development goals.
This report provides a comprehensive overview of Ashalaya Trust's efforts in promoting
social equity and sustainable development, highlighting its significant contributions to
improving the quality of life for marginalized populations.
CHAPTER-OI

INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE SOCIAL SERVICE SECTORS

The concept of social justice started in the nineteenth century, with origins in voluntary
philanthropy and grassroots organizing. Long before then, however, there were responses
to social needs, chiefly from public alms-houses, private charities, and religious
institutions.

As social services responded to child welfare concerns related to widespread poverty and
reliance on child labour in industrial settings, the effects of the Industrial Revolution and
the Great Depression of the early 20th century pushed social work to become a more
defined discipline.

Individuals, communities, groups, cities, and society as a whole are the centre of social
work, an academic subject and practice-based profession that aims to address basic needs
to improve social functioning, self-determination, collective responsibility, overall
wellness, and overall well-being [1-3]. The ability of an individual to execute social roles

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within their own self, their local social surroundings, and society at large is described as
social competence.

To work individually from across the life cycle, participate with client systems, conduct
assessments, and develop interventions to improve the lives of people, personal problems,
and bring about change in society, social workers use sociology, psychology, human
physiology, political science, wellness, community development, law, and economics.
Micro-work, which means working directly with individuals or groups, and macro-work,
which involves engaging with groups and fostering change on a larger scale through social
policy, is mainly two divides in social work practice.

In addition to traditional social work education, a few universities started to offer social
work management courses in the late 1970s to prepare students for management positions
in social and human service companies.

Social services are a group of government services focused on providing support and
assistance to specific groups, more prominently the poor. Individuals, especially in private
groups, or government entities may provide or administer them. As countries with
significant welfare often

provide a wide range of social services and are linked to the concept of welfare and the
welfare state.

Social services are used to address a society's wide range of requirements. Prior to the
industrial revolution, social services were largely limited to private entities and charities,
and their coverage was likewise limited.

Social services are now widely viewed as an "essential function" of society and a means
for governments to solve societal concerns on a global scale.

Governments' provision of social services is based on universal human rights, liberal

principles, and also religious and cultural beliefs. Within societies, the availability and
breadth of social services vary greatly. Families, children, youth, elders, women, the sick,
and the disabled are the main groups served through social services.

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Public education, welfare, infrastructure, mail, social work, food banks, universal health
care, police, fire services, public transportation, and public housing are all features of social
services. Universities, colleges, mental health clinics, elder centres, elected offices,
outpatient clinics, jails, army, corporations, and a variety of other public and private
institutions all employ social workers.

Some are dedicated to assisting clients who really are dealing with a handicap, a life-
threatening sickness, or a socioeconomic problem like insufficient housing,
unemployment, or substance misuse.

Social workers can also help families that are dealing with major domestic matters,
including child or spousal abuse. Some social workers undertake research, advocate for
better public services, design systems, or help with planning and policy development.

Many social workers specialized in dealing with a certain group or in a particular area [7-
9] The basic goal of social workers is to provide excellent public service by assisting needy
individuals in addressing, controlling, and solving a variety of social problems.

Social workers should always prioritize public service over personal gain and self-
interest. Social workers use their skills and experience to assist the client in overcoming
major social issues such as drug addiction, child abuse, unemployment, and illegal
activity.

Social workers frequently offer their expert services for free to community organizations
Social workers work to promote social justice and counter injustice.

They assist vulnerable persons and oppressed groups with both social support and
resources Poverty, education, housing, unemployment, and discrimination are the primary
targets of their social change efforts.

They increase awareness of social justice concerns and encourage people to appreciate
cultural diversity and genetic diversity. Clients of social workers have access to essential
services, resources, and information.

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They endorse for equal opportunity and a healthy client [10] Social services, such as police
and firefighters, may be provided to the entire population, or they may be restricted to
specific groups or sections of society.

Older adults, children and families, and people with disabilities, including both physical
and mental disorders, are examples of social service beneficiaries. Depending on the
country and its social assistance programs, as well as the existence of non-governmental
organizations, they may include drug addicts, young criminals, refugees, and seeking
asylum.

There are many examples of social service organizations! Some common ones include non-
profit organizations like the Red Cross, United Way, and Habitat for Humanity. There are
also government agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services that provide
social services. Local community centres, homeless shelters, and food banks are also part
of the social service sector. These organizations work hard to make a difference in people's
lives.
Social services are a set of public services that aim to supply sustain and help to
special groups, which usually contain harm groups (financially or health wise) (1). These
groups can extradite support from persons or private, separate organizations, or
administrated by a government institution. Social services are related to the concept of
social welfare and the welfare state, and countries with large social welfare programs often
provide a wide range of social services
(2).
Social services are appointing to meet a wide range of community needs. Before
industrialization, the condition of social services was largely limited to particular
organizations and charities, with their scope of coverage also limited (3). Social services
are now generally saw as a "necessary job" of society, and a mechanism through which
governments can address societal issues (4). Governments' provision of social services is
related to belief in universal human rights and democratic principles, in addition to religious
and cultural values.

The availability and coverage of social services varies widely within communities (5).
Social service's major aim is to develop societies by searching for the different forces and
agents that stop social growth and progress, such as deprivation, unemployment, illness,

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and poor living case that are beyond the ability of the individuals who pain from them and
that work to make them miserable. It also searches for the reason of sick's in society in
order to address and hostilities them.

This source and the most suitable and active means are choice in society to clear them or
decreased their impact and the destroy that outcomes from them to the minimum possible
range (6). Social service aims. Preventive targets. Therapeutic objectives. Development
purposes. Social service's main aim is to develop societies, by searching for the different
forces and bad living conditions, which are beyond the area of the individuals who stick
from them and which make them miserable.

It also searches for the impact of evils. In society in order to be facing and combat these
reasons and select the most appropriate and influence means in society to remove them or
minimize their effects and the harm that scores from them to the minimum possible extent.
The philosophy of social service is based on the basic pillars: belief in the value and dignity
of the individual and belief in individual differences, whether between individuals, societies
or groups.
Belief in the right of the individual to exercise his freedom within the limits of societal
values. The individual's right to self-determination without harming the rights of others.
Social service believes in social justice between gender and another or between one religion
and another. Social service, any of numerous publicly or privately provided services
intended to aid disadvantaged, distressed, or vulnerable persons or groups. The term social
service also denotes the profession engaged in rendering such services. The social services
have flourished in the 20th century as ideas of social responsibility have developed and
spread. social welfare program affordable housing philanthropic foundation service club
social settlement.

The basic concerns of social welfare—poverty, disability and disease, the dependent young
and elderly—are as old as society itself. The laws of survival once severely limited the
means by which these concerns could be addressed; to share another's burden meant to
weaken one's own standing in the fierce struggle of daily existence. As societies developed,
however, with their patterns of dependence between members, there arose more systematic
responses to the factors that rendered individuals, and thus society at large, vulnerable.

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Religion and philosophy have tended to provide frameworks for the conduct of social
welfare. The edicts of the Buddhist emperor Aéoka in India, the socio-political doctrines of
ancient Greece and Rome, and the simple rules of the early Christian communities are only
a few examples of systems that addressed social needs. The Elizabethan Poor Laws in
England, which sought relief of paupers through care services and workhouses
administered at the parish level, provided precedents for many modern legislative
responses to poverty. In Victorian times a more stringent legal view of poverty as a moral
failing was met with the rise of humanitarianism and a proliferation of social reformers.
The social charities and philanthropic societies founded by these pioneers formed the basis
for many of today's welfare services.

Because perceived needs and the ability to address them determine each society's range of
welfare services, there exists no universal vocabulary of social welfare. In some countries
a distinction is drawn between "social services," denoting programs, such as health care
and education, that serve the general population, and "welfare services," denoting aid
directed to vulnerable groups, such as the poor, the disabled, or the delinquent.
According to another classification, remedial services address the basic needs of
individuals in acute or chronic distress; preventive services seek to reduce the pressures
and obstacles that cause such distress;

and supportive services attempt, through educational, health, employment, and other
programs, to maintain and improve the functioning of individuals in society. Social welfare
services originated as emergency measures that were to be applied when all else failed.
However, they are now generally regarded as a necessary function in any society and a
means not only of rescuing the endangered but also of fostering a society's ongoing,
corporate well-being.

The majority of personal social services are rendered on an individual basis to people who
are unable, whether temporarily or permanently, to cope with the problems of everyday
living. Recipients include families faced with loss of income, desertion, or illness; children
and youths whose physical or moral welfare is at risk; the sick; the disabled; the frail
elderly; and the unemployed. When possible, services are also directed toward preventing
threats to personal or family independence.

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Social services generally place a high value on keeping families together in their local
communities, organizing support from friends or neighbours when kinship ties are weak.
Where necessary, the services provide substitute forms of home life or residential care and
play a key role in the care and control of juvenile delinquents and other socially deviant
groups, such as drug and alcohol abusers.

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CHAPTER-02
DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANIZATION

Introduction of the organisation

ORGANIZATION:

An organisation is a group of people who work together, like a

neighbourhood association, a charity, a union, or a corporation. You can use the word
organisation to refer to group or business, or to the act of forming or establishing something.

COMPANY NAME: ASHALAYA

About Ashalaya
Ashalaya Trust is an organization that focuses on the integral development of rural children
and the universalization of primary education. The trust operates Early Learning Centres (ELC)
with this objective. In addition, Ashalaya Trust also provides support to needy students, with
some receiving complete education support. The trust collaborates with other organizations to
adopt government schools, focusing on improving academic performance. Ashalaya Trust also
conducts job-oriented skills training for youth and women, aiming to create self-confident and
competent citizens.

Company profile
Founder: Mother Mary Katherine Kasper

Year of establish Jul 14, 2001

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Company Type Non-profit

NO. Of employees 51-100

Company history
In the year 1963, the first young women from Kerala were selected and sent by the Bishop of
Palai then, to join the Poor handmaids of Jesus Christ in Dernbach, Limburg diocese, Germany.
The first eight groups of professed members had their novitiate and professional training in
Germany.
In 1969, Mother Herluka Bierbaum, the Superior General along with Sr. Fabiola visited India
for the first time in view of founding a PHJC mission. Having explored the possibility the
sisters founded mission in Dhani, Indore diocese, Madhya Pradesh, India on the 25th of
November 1970.
At the start of the mission the sisters faced various challenges due to lack of language, culture
and economic conditions. However, they withstood their difficulties through the grace of God
and persevered in their journey in faith.
As the PHJC grew stronger and increased in number, the Indian Region was declared a
ViceProvince on August 15, 1997. Later in the year 2001 it was raised to the status of Vice-
Province. In 2012 May, during the Provincial Chapter the St. Mary's Province was bifurcated
into south and north. The latter was named St. Joseph Province which is situated in Dhar, Indore
diocese, Madhya Pradesh.
PHJC Sisters of St. Mary's Province, Bangalore has its presence in five States: Karnataka,
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. And eleven dioceses: Bangalore, Pala,
Mananthavady, Thanjavur, Salem, Ajmer, Udaipur, Nagpur, Thamaraseri, Idukki & Kulithurai.

VISION:
A Society Where Justice Prevails.

MISSION:
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Inspired and strengthened by the liberating love and the spirituality of our
foundress, we work towards liberation of Women, children and youth in distress and those
society rejects, by being agents of love.

ORGANISATION STRUCTURE:
The top management of an Ashalaya consists of three entities - the Board of Directors, the
General Assembly, and the Executive Director. At the top is the Board of Directors of the
Ashalaya.

SERVICES IT OFFERS:

01. Non Formal Education, Bridge School & Early Learning Centres
Support to Migrant Families.

The Early Learning Centres (ELC) are set up with an objective of integral
development of rural children and to universalize primary education.
Ashalaya has four Early Learning Centres for 2-6 year old children (six days in
week), we provide them with learning opportunities both indoor and
outdoor, and provide nutritious food every day. All the activities are designed
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to develop the skills of children. Age wise activities are conducted to improve
their learning. The activities are designed to stimulate and support the child's
motor, cognitive, language, social and emotional development.

02. Women Entrepreneurship - Loans to Small Scale Business.

Career is a way of making one's livelihood. Self-employment is also a career because

one may employ oneself in business or in service activities and earn one's livelihood.
With growing unemployment and lack of adequate job opportunities, selfemployment
has become very significant. Ashalaya Trust of PHJC Sisters Vidyanagar works closely
in collaboration with the rural communities of the Bangalore rural and urban slums and
extends the services in different districts. The close contact with the women in the target
area help us to know the difficulties that they go through in order to meet the needs of
their own family. Here Ashalaya intervenes with the rural women to form the Self Help
Group which consist of a group of women who come together with same interest to save
money and to discuss the family and community welfare at large.
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03.
The reopening of schools have given joy and smile on the faces of children at large, after the
long pandemic closure. For Ashalaya in collaboration with Netskope Private Ltd has adopted
two government schools of Bangalore North focusing on the academic performance of 10th
students in these school. A total of 220 students of government school getting benefit from it.
Tuition for each Subject is given to these children to perform their best in studies. Here we find
teachers students ratio very much mismatching. There is lack of teachers in these schools and
in turn the students performance become very poor. The appointment of teachers from
Ashalaya bring a big change in the life of these children and schools at large.

04.Katherine Home.

Katherine Children Home is a home away for home for the girl children. It is an
initiative to cater to the needs of girl children who are under-privileged in the society.
This home is a residential facility for children with free education and accommodation.
This home gives ray of hope to the children and their families. The children in the house
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are provided with education in private school under the CBSE syllabus and are assisted
towards higher education.
05.Scholership Programs.

Ashalaya trust distributed scholarship to financially poor families of the villages in and around
the Bangalore North. There are 60 students who receive yearly scholarship from Ashalaya Trust
through the support of Leonidis foundation, an organization branch of PHJC Generalate.
It is heartwarming to meet these students and keep growing with them to achieve their dreams.
This year it was a remarkable one as many of our beneficiaries was just waiting to come to
Ashalaya for this small gathering irrespective of covid-19 lockdown.
A ray of hope in their journey of achievement and we feel proud of it. We build together a
future of happy giving. January 2022 was one such event Ashalaya witnessed. Smiles on the
faces of students and their parents is worth cherishing.

CHAPTER-03
EXPERIENTIAL LEAENING.

Ashalaya is an NGO based in India that focuses on providing shelter, education, and support
services to street children and youth. Here are some potential learning experiences I encounter
while working with Ashalaya.
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1. Understanding Social Issues: Ashalaya likely deals with complex social issues such as
poverty, homelessness, child exploitation, and lack of access to education. Working with the
organization can deepen your understanding of these issues and their root causes.

2.Empathy and Compassion: Interacting with street children and youth who have experienced
trauma and adversity can cultivate empathy and compassion. Understanding their stories and
struggles can reshape your perspective and enhance your ability to connect with others.

3.Cultural Competency: Ashalaya likely serves a diverse population, including children from
various cultural backgrounds and communities. Engaging with this diversity can help you
develop cultural competency and sensitivity to different customs, traditions, and beliefs.

4. Trauma-Informed Care: Many street children and youth have experienced trauma,
abuse, or neglect. Learning about trauma-informed care principles and practices can equip you
with the skills to provide appropriate support and create a safe environment for those in need.

5. Community Outreach and Engagement: Ashalaya likely engages with the local
community to raise awareness, build partnerships, and mobilize resources. Participating in
community outreach activities can teach you valuable skills in communication, networking,
and community engagement.

6. Advocacy and Policy Awareness: NGOs like Ashalaya often advocate for policy
changes to address the underlying causes of social issues. Engaging in advocacy efforts can
help you understand the importance of policy advocacy and grassroots activism in creating
systemic change.

7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Working with Ashalaya's team members and volunteers
can foster teamwork and collaboration skills. Learning to coordinate efforts, communicate
effectively, and leverage each other's strengths is essential for achieving the organization's
goals.

8. Personal Growth and Resilience: Working with vulnerable populations and confronting
social injustices can be emotionally challenging. Learning to navigate these challenges with
resilience, self-care, and support from colleagues can contribute to your personal growth and
well-being.
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9. Education and Skill Development: Ashalaya likely provides educational and skill-
building opportunities for street children and youth. Contributing to these programs can help
you understand the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering
individuals to build better futures.

10. Celebrating Successes: Witnessing the positive impact of Ashalaya's programs on the
lives of street children and youth can be incredibly rewarding. Celebrating these successes, no
matter how small, reinforces the importance of the organization's work and motivates
continued efforts towards social change.

INTERNAL EXPERIENCE WHILE WORKING IN THE ORGANISATION:

Here's a snapshot of a 10-day daily experience at Ashalaya, summarized in single lines:

Certainly! Here's a snapshot of a 15-day daily experience at Ashalaya, summarized in single

lines:

Day 1: Orientation session - Introduction to Ashalaya's mission, values, and programs.

Day 2: Shadowing senior staff - Observing interactions with street children and youth.

Day 3: Assisting in educational activities - Tutoring children in math and English.

Day 4: Participating in a community outreach event - Spreading awareness about Ashalaya's

services.

Day 5: Training session on trauma-informed care - Learning to support children who have
experienced trauma.

Day 6: Organizing a recreational activity - Playing games and fostering a sense of community
among children.

Day 7: Participating in an advocacy campaign - Raising awareness about child rights issues.

Day 8: Shadowing a social worker - Accompanying them on home visits and counseling
sessions.

Day 9: Reflective session - Sharing experiences and insights with fellow volunteers.
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Day 10: Farewell gathering - Saying goodbye to children and colleagues with heartfelt
gratitude and memories.

TASK UNDERTAKEN IN THE ORGANIZATION:

Here's a list of tasks one might undertake during a 10-day period at Ashalaya:

Day 1: Orientation and familiarization with Ashalaya's mission, programs, and operational
procedures.

Day 2: Assisting in educational activities such as tutoring, conducting classes, or organizing

educational workshops for children.

Day 3: Participating in a community outreach program to raise awareness about Ashalaya's

services and gather support.
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Day 4: Shadowing social workers during home visits to understand the living conditions and
challenges faced by the children.

Day 5: Organizing recreational activities or outings to promote socialization and healthy

interactions among the children.

Day 6: Assisting in life skills training sessions focusing on topics like hygiene, communication,
and problem-solving.

Day 7: Collaborating with volunteers to plan and execute fundraising initiatives or awareness
campaigns.8. Day 8: Conducting needs assessments and individualized goal-setting sessions
with the children to identify their aspirations and barriers.

Day 9: Supporting administrative tasks such as data entry, documentation, or logistics

coordination for upcoming events or programs.

Day 10: Participating in a reflection session with colleagues to evaluate the week's activities,
share insights, and plan for future initiatives.

SKILLS ACQUIRED:

Skills acquired in an organization typically refer to the abilities, knowledge, and expertise that
an individual gains through their experiences and activities within that specific organizational
context. These skills can vary widely depending on the nature of the organization and the roles
and responsibilities of the individual. They may include technical skills related to the specific
tasks or functions of the job, such as programming, marketing, project management, or
customer service. They could also encompass soft skills such as communication, teamwork,
problem-solving, leadership, and time management. The meaning of these acquired skills lies
in their ability to contribute to an individual's effectiveness and success within the organization,
as well as their potential to be transferable to other roles or contexts. They represent a valuable
asset for both personal and professional growth, enhancing one's capabilities, performance, and
adaptability in the workplace. Additionally, skills acquired in an organization can often be
recognized and valued by employers, colleagues, and stakeholders, contributing to career
advancement opportunities and overall job satisfaction.
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1. Community Engagement* * Ability to effectively engage with local communities,

understand their needs, and build trust.

2. * *Project Management* * Skills in planning, organizing, and executing projects to

achieve specific goals and objectives.

3. * *Fundraising* * Experience in raising funds through various channels such as grants,

donations, events, etc.

4. **Advocacy and Lobbying:** Ability to advocate for social or policy change and
influence decision-makers.

5. * *Networking:** Building and maintaining relationships with other NGOs,

government agencies, donors, and stakeholders.

6. **Monitoring and Evaluation:** Skills in assessing the effectiveness and impact of

programs and initiatives.

7. * *Capacity Building: ** Helping individuals and communities develop their skills,

knowledge, and resources.

8. **Cross-Cultural Communication:** Communicating effectively with people from

diverse cultural backgrounds.

9. **Teamwork:** Collaborating with colleagues, volunteers, and partners to achieve

common goals.

10. **Conflict Resolution:* Resolving conflicts and managing disputes in a constructive

manner.

11. **Research:** Conducting research to inform program design, policy advocacy, or

organizational development.

12. **Grant Writing:** Writing compelling grant proposals to secure funding for projects
and programs.
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13. * *Event Planning:** Organizing and coordinating events such as workshops, seminars,
and awareness campaigns.

14. * *Resource Mobilization:** Identifying and mobilizing resources (financial, human,

and material) to support organizational activities.

15. * *Data Analysis:** Analyzing data to track progress, identify trends, and inform
decisionmaking.

16. **Financial Management:** Managing budgets, financial reports, and accounting

processes.

17. **Public Speaking:** Delivering presentations, speeches, and advocacy messages to

diverse audiences.

18. * *Empathy and Compassion: ** Developing empathy and compassion towards the
beneficiaries and communities served.

19. * *Crisis Management:** Responding effectively to emergencies, disasters, or crises

affecting the community.

20. **Adaptability:** Being flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, needs, and
priorities.

CHALLRNGRS FACED WHILE DOING INTERNSHIP IN ASHLAYA

ORGANISATION:

Here are 20 common challenges may face while undertaking an internship:

1. * *Limited Experience: ** Lack of prior experience in a professional setting can make

it challenging to adapt to the workplace environment and expectations.

2. * *Time Management:** Juggling internship responsibilities with academic

coursework, extracurricular activities, and personal commitments can be difficult.
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3. **Communication Skills:** Communicating effectively with supervisors, colleagues,

and clients may pose challenges, particularly if there are language barriers or differences in
communication styles.

4. * *Technical Skills: ** Acquiring or improving technical skills relevant to the

internship role, such as using specialized software or equipment, can be challenging.

5. **Feedback:** Receiving constructive feedback on performance and projects may be

challenging, especially if feedback is infrequent or unclear.

6. * *Independence vs. Support:** Balancing the desire for autonomy and independence
with the need for guidance and support from supervisors and mentors can be challenging.

7. * *Teamwork:** Collaborating with coworkers and integrating into team dynamics

may be challenging, particularly for interns who are introverted or have limited experience
working in teams.

8. * *Adapting to Organizational Culture: ** Adjusting to the organizational culture,

norms, and values of the internship organization may pose challenges, especially if they differ
significantly from the student's prior experiences.

9. * *Networking:** Building professional relationships and networking within the

organization or industry may be challenging, particularly for students who are shy or lack
confidence in social situations.

10. * *Project Management:** Planning, organizing, and executing projects within the
internship may present challenges, particularly if interns are given significant responsibility
and autonomy.

11. **Workload:** Managing a demanding workload and meeting deadlines for multiple
projects or tasks simultaneously can be challenging.

12. * *Handling Pressure: ** Dealing with pressure to perform well and meet expectations,
both from supervisors and oneself, may be challenging.

13. * *Seeking Opportunities:** Identifying and pursuing opportunities for skill

development, learning, and growth within the internship organization can be challenging.
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14. **Adapting to Change: ** Interns may encounter unexpected changes in projects, tasks,
or organizational priorities, requiring them to be flexible and adaptable in their approach.

15. **Work-Life Balance:** Maintaining a healthy balance between internship

responsibilities and personal life can be challenging, particularly if interns feel overwhelmed
by workload or commitments.

16. * *Cultural Sensitivity:** Being sensitive to cultural differences and norms within the
workplace, especially in diverse or multicultural environments, may pose challenges.

17. * *Problem-Solving:** Addressing unexpected challenges and finding solutions

independently or with minimal guidance can be challenging.

18. * *Professionalism:** Demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of work, including

attire, demeanor, and communication, may be challenging for interns who are new to the
professional world.

19. * *Handling Criticism:** Accepting and learning from constructive criticism on

performance and projects can be challenging, especially if interns are sensitive to feedback.

20. * *Setting Goals:** Setting realistic goals and expectations for the internship
experience and evaluating progress towards those goals may be challenging for interns who
are unsure about their career aspirations or learning objectives.

21. Learning Curve: Adjusting to the new environment, tasks, and expectations of the
internship can be challenging initially. There's often a learning curve as interns familiarize
themselves with the organization, its processes, and the industry.

LESSON LEARNED IN ASHALAYA:

Lessons learned in organizations refer to insights, knowledge, and experiences gained from
various activities, projects, or initiatives undertaken within the organizational context. These
lessons can be derived from both successes and failures and are intended to inform future
decision-making, improve performance, and drive organizational growth and effectiveness.
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l. * *Understanding Social Issues:** Interns may gain a deeper understanding of social issues
such as homelessness, poverty, education inequality, or healthcare disparities through their
work with Ashalaya.

2. * *Community Engagement: ** Learning how to engage with local communities,

understand their needs, and develop initiatives that address those needs effectively.

3. **Advocacy Skills:** Developing skills in advocating for marginalized or underserved

populations and promoting social change through policy advocacy, awareness campaigns, or
community organizing.

4. * *Project Management:** Gaining experience in planning, implementing, and

evaluating projects or programs aimed at addressing social issues within the community.

5. **Teamwork and Collaboration:** Learning to work effectively as part of a team,

collaborating with colleagues, volunteers, and community partners to achieve common goals.

6. **Cultural Sensitivity:** Developing cultural competence and sensitivity when

working with diverse populations and understanding the importance of considering cultural
contexts in program development and implementation.

7. **Resource Mobilization:** Learning strategies for mobilizing resources (financial,

human, and material) to support organizational activities and initiatives.

8. * *Grant Writing and Fundraising:** Gaining experience in writing grant proposals,

organizing fundraising events, and cultivating donor relationships to secure funding for
projects and programs.

9. * *Monitoring and Evaluation:** Understanding the importance of monitoring and

evaluating program outcomes and impact, and learning how to collect and analyze data to
inform decision-making and improve program effectiveness.

10. **Leadership Development:** Having opportunities to take on leadership roles within

projects or initiatives, develop leadership skills, and empower others to take action within the
community.
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11. * *Networking and Partnerships:** Building professional relationships and networking

with other NGOs, government agencies, donors, and stakeholders to enhance collaboration and
leverage resources for greater impact.

12. * *Self-awareness and Reflection:** Reflecting on personal values, motivations, and

strengths, and gaining insights into one's role in addressing social issues and creating positive
change.

13. * *Resilience and Adaptability:** Learning to navigate challenges, setbacks, and

uncertainties inherent in nonprofit work with resilience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

14. * *Ethical Considerations:** Understanding ethical considerations and dilemmas in

nonprofit work, such as issues of transparency, accountability, and integrity, and learning to
navigate them responsibly.

15. **Communication Skills:** Developing strong communication skills, including

writing, public speaking, and interpersonal communication, to effectively convey messages,
build relationships, and advocate for change.

16. * *Impact and Sustainability:** Understanding the long-term impact and sustainability
of social initiatives, including considerations of scalability, replicability, and community
ownership.

17. * *Global Perspective:** Gaining a broader perspective on global social issues and the
interconnectedness of local and global challenges and solutions.

18. **Personal Growth:** Experiencing personal growth and transformation through

meaningful engagement with social issues, communities, and the nonprofit sector.

19. * *Career Exploration:** Exploring potential career paths in the nonprofit sector, social
entrepreneurship, community development, or related fields based on internship experiences
and insights gained.
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CHAPTER -04
INTERNSHIP OUTCOMES AND CONCLUSION

OUTCOMES

1: Identify as a professional social worker and conduct oneself accordingly.

Social workers serve as representatives of the profession, its mission, and its core values. They
know the professions history. Social workers commit themselves to the profession's
enhancement and to their own professional conduct and growth. Social workers:
1.1 advocate for client access to the services of social work;
1.2 practice personal reflection and self-correction to assure continual professional development
1.3 attend to professional roles and boundaries;
1.4 demonstrate professional demeanour in behaviour, appearance, and communication;
1.5 engage in career-long learning; and,
1.6 use supervision and consultation

2: Apply social work ethical principles to guide professional practice.

Social workers have an obligation to conduct themselves ethically and to engage in ethical
decision-making. Social workers are knowledgeable about the value base of the profession, its
ethical standards, and relevant law and Social workers:
2.1 recognize and manage personal v aloes in a way that allows professional values to guide
practice;
2.2 make ethical decisions by applying standards of the National Association of Social Workers
Code of Ethics and, as applicable, of the International Federation of Social
Workers/lnternational
Association of Schools of Social Work Ethics in Social Work
Statement of Principles;
2.3 tolerate ambiguity in resolving ethical conflicts; and,
2.4 apply strategies of ethical reasoning to arrive at principled decisions.
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3: Apply critical thinking to inform & communicate professional judgments.

Social workers are knowledgeable about the principles of logic, scientific inquiry, and reasoned
discernment. They use critical thinking augmented by creativity and curiosity. Critical thinking
also requires the synthesis and communication of relevant information.
3.1 distinguish, appraise, and integrate multiple sources of knowledge, including research-based
knowledge, and practice wisdom;
3.2 analyse models of assessment, prevention, intervention, and evaluation; and,
3.3 demonstrate effective oral and written communication in working with individuals, families,
groups, organizations, and communities.

4: Engage diversity and difference in practice.

Social workers understand how diversity characterizes and shapes the human experience and is
critical to the formation of identity. The dimensions of diversity are understood as the
intersectionality of multiple factors including age, class, colour, culture, disability, ethnicity,
gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, political ideology, race, religion,
and sexual orientation. Social workers appreciate that, as a consequence of difference, a person's
life experiences may include oppression, poverty, marginalization, and alienation as well as
privilege, power and acclaim.

4.1 recognize the extent to which a culture's structures and values may opposes, marginalize,
alienate, or create or enhance privilege and power;
4.2 gain sufficient self-awareness to eliminate the influence of personal biases and values in
working with diverse groups;
4.3 recognize and communicate their understanding of the importance of difference in shaping
life experiences; and,
4.4 view themselves as learners and engage those with whom they work as informants.

5: Advance human rights and social and economic justice.

Each person, regardless of position in society, has basic human rights, such as freedom, safety,
privacy, an adequate standard of living, health care, and education. Social workers recognize
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the global interconnectedness of oppression and are knowledgeable about theories of justice
and strategies to promote human and civil rights. Social workers incorporate social justice
practices in organizations, institutions, and society to ensure that these basic human rights are
distributed equitably and without prejudice.
5.1 understand the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination;
5.2 advocate for human rights and social and economic justice; and
5.3 engage in practices that advance social and economic justice.

6: Engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research.

Social workers use practice experience to inform research, employ evidence-based
interventions, evaluate their own practice and use research findings to improve practice, policy,
and social service delivery. Social workers comprehend quantitative and qualitative research
and understand scientific and ethical approaches to building knowledge.
6.1 use practice experiences to inform scientific inquiry; and
6.2 use research evidence to inform practice.

7: Apply knowledge of human behaviour and the social environment.

Social workers are knowledgeable about human behaviour across the life course; the range of
social systems in which people live; and the ways social systems promote or deter [people in
maintaining or achieving health and well-being. Social workers apply theories and knowledge
from the liberal arts to understand biological, social, cultural, psychological, and spiritual
development.
7.1 utilize conceptual frameworks to guide the processes of assessment, intervention, and
evaluation; and,
7.2 critique and apply knowledge to understand person and environment.

8: Engage in policy practice to advance social and economic well-being and to deliver effective
social work services.
Social work practitioners understand that policy affects service delivery, and they engage
actively in policy practice. Social workers know the history of current structures of social
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policies and services; the role of policy in service delivery; and the role of practice in policy
development.
8.1 analyse, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance social well-being; and
8.2 collaborate with colleagues and clients for effective policy action.

9: Respond to contexts that shape practice.

Social workers are informed, resourceful, and proactive in responding to evolving
organizational, community, and societal contexts at all levels of practice. Social workers
recognize that the context of practice is dynamic and use knowledge and skill to respond
proactively.
9.1 continuously discover, appraise, and attend to changing locales, populations, scientific and
technological developments, and emerging societal trends to provide relevant services; and,
9.2 provide leadership in promoting sustainable changes in service delivery and practice
to improve the quality of social services.
10: Engage, assess, intervene, and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations,
and communities.
Professional practice involves the dynamic and interactive processes of engagement,
assessment, intervention, and evaluation at multiple levels. Social workers have the knowledge
and skills to practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Practice knowledge includes identifying, analysing, and implementing evidence-based
interventions designed to achieve client goals; using research and technological advances;
evaluating program outcomes and practice effectiveness; developing, analysing, advocating,
and providing leadership for policies and services; and promoting social and economic justice.
10(a) — Engagement
10a.1 substantively & affectively prepare for action with individuals, families, groups,
organizations, and communities;

IOa.2 use empathy and other interpersonal skills; and

I()a.3 develop mutually agreed-upon focus of work & desired outcomes.
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10(b) — Assessment
10b. I collect, organize, and interpret client data;
10b.2 assess client strengths and limitations; 10b.3 develop mutually
agreed-upon intervention goals & objectives; and
10b.4 select appropriate intervention strategies.

I()(c) — Intervention
IOC. I initiate actions to achieve organizational goals;
10c.2 implement prevention interventions that enhance client capacities;
IOc.3 help clients resolve problems; IOc.4 negotiate,
mediate, and advocate for clients; and
10c.5 facilitate transitions and endings.

I O(d) — Evaluation
IOd.1 Social workers critically analyse, monitor, and evaluate interventions.

OTHER OUTCOMES

Human Growth & Development

Childhood Growth & Development
Adolescence Growth & Development
Adult Growth & Development
Abnormal Human Development
Studying Human Growth &Development Human
Behaviour Theories for Social Development
Basics of Mental & Behavioural Development
Overview of Interpersonal Development
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Overview of Gender, Sex, & Sexual Development

Family Dynamics & Aging Development
Diversity, Justice & Oppression in Development
Addiction Theories & Behaviours
Indications & Effects of Abuse & Development
Types of Crisis & Change for Social Development
Social History & Collateral Data for
Development
Social Work Problem Identification &
Development Medical Terminology &
Assessments for Development Assessment
Methods & Techniques in Development
CONCLUSION

This conclusion presents an overview of key concepts discussed in the preceding

chapters of this book. The overriding message in the book for social workers and mental
health counsellors is clear: Knowledge of medications is essential to deliver and monitor
effective and efficient services. The book has stressed the important supportive role of
the social worker as counsellor and educator. Fulfilling this role is not an easy task
because many clients want immediate solutions to their problems and solving problems.
The social worker can become an essential part of the team by drawing attention to
cultural and diagnostic issues and providing education and support on medication-
related issues while helping clients decide on the best course of service. Social workers
must become more proactive in acquiring as much knowledge as possible in all areas of
mental health interventions, including social services.
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As we come to the end of this chapter, I hope you are grounded in the field of social
problems. Together, we've learned that social problems arise from conflict and
inequalities in our society. We've reviewed a social problems process, to understand
more about the steps that many problems go through. We've learned the value of our own
stories, exploring our own identities and locations and those of others. While these
identities give each of us a unique experience in the world, we remain connected because
we are interdependent. Finally, we looked at the both and solutions of individual agency
and collective action to relieve social problems.

The pursuit social service generally, and specially with a view to ameliorate the physical,
moral, mental, and economic condition of the people by: I) endeavouring to secure for
them better and reasonable conditions of life and work and taking necessary steps for
the accomplishment of these subjects.

In our subsequent chapters, we look at specific social problems. Part I focuses on the
social problems of wealth. Part Il focuses on the social problems of health. Finally, we
wrap things up by ending where we started—with the Echo Mountain Fire. By looking
at the community response to this disaster, we can explore the interplay between all the
social problems happening at once, and the resilient responses of a community
committed to rebuilding.
Access to social care starts with an assessment of need by the local authority. The
benefits and barriers associated with accessing social care can shape how easily people
adapt to this change in their circumstances. Having looked at access, you then considered
what home care workers do in their provision of social care. Home carers help people to
live independently in their own home. Flexibility and reliability, kindness and respect
were seen as key personal qualities. Friendliness is important but care workers must
maintain personal boundaries and not become friends.
This brief concluding chapter suggests that Nigeria offers a global audience a glimpse
of what's possible when people work together towards a common goal. It highlights the
miracle of social work's development, growth, and survival in a country with a dismal
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record of policy implementation, minimal public service provision, and even less support
for social workers, an army of which is needed to tackle deepening poverty and social
problems. It suggests that this book offers international readers insight into Nigeria's
developmental issues and social problems and a local audience — social science and
human service researchers, educators, practitioners, students, and policymakers — a
postcolonial understanding to inform future policy, service, and practice development.
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ANNEXURE
An annexure about Ashalaya Trust, an NGO, typically provides supplementary information
regarding its mission, objectives, activities, financial details, or impact. It may include details
about the organization's history, key personnel, projects undertaken, geographical reach,
partnerships, and achievement.

An annexure about an NGO typically includes detailed information beyond what is stated in its
main documents or reports. It may cover aspects such as:

l)Mission and Vision: A concise statement outlining the NGO's core purpose and long-term
goals.

2)Objectives: Specific aims and targets the NGO aims to achieve through its programs and
activities.

3)Organizational Structure: Details on governance, leadership, and key personnel roles within
the NGO.
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4)Programs and Activities: Comprehensive overview of the projects, initiatives, and campaigns
undertaken by the NGO, including their scope, impact, and beneficiaries.

5)Geographical Reach: Information about the areas or communities served by the NGO, both
local and global.

6)Partnerships and Collaborations: List of partnerships with other NGOs, government agencies,
donors, and corporate sponsors, highlighting collaborative efforts.
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