| Date: 28 October 2026 |
| Day : Wednesday |
| Time : 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m |
| Event Organiser : Mr. Praveen N, SWC Officer, Mr. Changareddy, SWC coordinator |
| Venue : Higher Primary School, Chinagana Halli, |
| Participants : SWC Members Participated -28, School Students Participated -24 |
Introduction: The Student Welfare Council (SWC) of Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain First Grade College, KGF, organised an outreach awareness programme at Higher Primary School, Chinagana Halli, on 28th October 2026. The programme was conducted to promote digital well-being and personal safety among school students.
Objectives of the Programme:
- To create awareness about responsible and balanced mobile phone usage.
- To explain the possible effects of excessive screen time and mobile phone addiction on learning, sleep, health, and relationships.
- To encourage safe internet practices and caution while using mobile phones.
- To help students understand personal boundaries and the difference between safe, appropriate touch and unsafe or unwanted touch.
- To encourage students to speak to a trusted adult if they feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or need help.
Programme Proceedings: The session was conducted through presentations, explanations, and interactive discussion by SWC members. Students were sensitised to the importance of using mobile phones responsibly, limiting unnecessary screen time, and being cautious while accessing online content. The session also addressed personal safety, body boundaries, and the importance of telling a trusted adult when a touch or situation makes them uncomfortable. The topics were presented in a student-friendly manner suitable for the school audience.
Participation: A total of 52 participants were involved in the programme, comprising 28 Student Welfare Council members from Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain First Grade College and 24 students from Higher Primary School, Chinagana Halli.
Outcome of the Programme:
- The programme provided students with basic guidance on responsible mobile phone use and digital safety.
- Students were introduced to the importance of personal boundaries and recognising uncomfortable or unsafe situations.
- The outreach activity strengthened interaction between the college and the local school community.
- The programme reflected the SWC’s commitment to student welfare, community engagement, and social awareness.
Conclusion: The outreach awareness programme at Higher Primary School, Chinagana Halli, was a community-oriented initiative aimed at promoting responsible technology use and personal safety among children. The participation of 28 SWC members and 24 school students supported meaningful educational interaction. The SWC extends its thanks to the school authorities for their cooperation in conducting the programme.
