💧 Jalabudget Workshop for Environmental Studies Students

📍 Location: Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University, Tirur
📅 Date: January 25, 2024
📚 Organized by: Haritha Keralam Mission, Malappuram District
👥 In Collaboration With: EZED Foundation & School of Environmental Studies

📝 Summary:
A hands-on Jalabudget workshop was organized for the students of the School of Environmental Studies at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University. The initiative aimed to build awareness and practical understanding of local water budgeting processes and sustainability strategies.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Workshop Facilitator: Mr. Mansoor Panthallukkaran, District Resource Person, Haritha Keralam Mission, Malappuram

• Welcome & Participation:

  • Dr. Arun Babu V., Director, School of Environmental Studies

  • Dr. Jainy Varghese

  • Ms. Rahila P. and Ms. Muhsina A., Office Bearers, EZED Foundation

🌊 World Wetlands Day Celebration

📍 Location: Government Arts and Science College, Kozhikode
📅 Date: February 2, 2024
📚 Organized by: EZED Foundation
👥 In Collaboration With: Departments of Botany & Zoology, Bhoomithrasena Club

📝 Summary:
The event highlighted the ecological importance of wetlands. As part of the awareness initiative, the documentary “Planet Earth: The Fresh Water” was screened, followed by an open discussion on wetlands’ significance and conservation challenges.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Documentary screening
• Expert-led discussion on wetland protection
• Student and teacher participation

💧Jalabudget Convention at Parappur Panchayat

📍 Location: Parappur Panchayat
📅 Date: February 29, 2024
📚 Organized by: Haritha Kerala Mission
👥 In Collaboration With: EZED Foundation, CWRDM, Nava Kerala Mission

📝 Summary:
As part of Kerala’s mission to ensure sustainable water use, a Jalabudget Convention was held to initiate micro-level water security planning. The convention marked the beginning of efforts to draft localized water budgets, aiming to secure drinking water, support agriculture, and promote long-term sustainability.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration by Panchayat President Mrs. Amjatha Jasmin
• Session on Jalabudget methodology by Mr. Mansoor Panthallukkaran

Participation from local governing members and technical experts

🔁 Upcycling Lab Inaugurated

📍 Location: Thunchan Memorial Government College, Tirur 
📅 Date: March 13, 2024
📚 Organized by: School of Environmental Studies, TEMU, Tirur
👥 In Collaboration With: Haritha Keralam Mission, WWF India, EZED Foundation

📝 Summary:
As part of the Campus for Nava Kerala initiative under the Haritha Keralam Mission, the School of Environmental Studies at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University launched an Upcycling Lab focused on creative plastic reuse and eco-friendly alternatives. The lab aims to foster green skill development and promote student-led innovations in sustainability.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration by: Dr. Anilkumar M.P., Vice Principal, Thunchan Memorial Government College

• Presided by: Dr. Arun Babu V., Director, School of Environmental Studies

• Welcome Address: Ms. Jashitha A., Faculty Member

• Vote of Thanks: Anjana P., Research Scholar

• Plastic material collection and handover: Led by Mr. Sajeesh, Resource Person, Nava Kerala Mission

🌱 World Environment Day Celebration

📍 Location: Thunchan Memorial Government College, Tirur
📅 Date: June 5, 2024 
📚 Organized by: EZED Foundation
👥 In Collaboration With: Naithal Nature Club & NSS Unit, TMG College

📝 Summary:
In observance of World Environment Day, TMG College hosted a meaningful program centered around the global call to protect and restore ecosystems. The event featured expert talks, film screenings, and student engagement activities aimed at environmental education and awareness.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Keynote on “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” by Mr. Mithun Venugopal (Research Scholar, KSCSTE-MBGIPS, Kozhikode)
• Screening of Maali, an award-winning short film from the Kerala Forest & Wildlife Contest 2023
• Welcome address by Ms. Jinsi K. (Naithal Nature Club Coordinator)
• Presidential address by Mr. Ajith M. S. (Principal, TMG College)
• Vote of thanks by student representative Mr. Sanooh P.

🌱 World Environment Day Celebration – Poster making Competition

📍 Location: St. George English School, Pune
📅 Date: June 5, 2024 
📚 Organized by: St. George English School
👥 In Collaboration With: EZED Foundation

📝 Summary:
To mark World Environment Day, a poster-making competition was held for students of grades 8 to 10. The event encouraged students to creatively express their thoughts on ecosystem conservation and environmental responsibility.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Poster-making competition for Grades 8–10
• Awareness-building among students through creative engagement
• Active participation and encouragement from school staff

🌊 Beach Cleanup for World Ocean Day

📍 Location: Paravanna Beach, Tirur,  Malappuram
📅 Date: June 10, 2024
📚 Organized by: Haritha Keralam Mission
👥 In Collaboration With: NSS Unit of Tirur Thunchan Memorial Govt. College & EZED Foundation

📝 Summary:
In celebration of World Oceans Day (June 8), a beach cleanup drive was held to promote marine conservation and environmental responsibility. The initiative engaged local authorities, students, and green volunteers in cleaning the coastal area and raising awareness.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration by Mr. Noushad Nellancheri (President, Vettom Grama Panchayat)
• Welcome address by Ms. Faseela (NSS Coordinator, TMG College)
• Presidential address by Mr. Mansoor Panthallukkaran (Resource Person, Haritha Keralam Mission)
• Awareness talk by Mr. Sajeesh (Block Coordinator, Haritha Keralam Mission)
• Waste handed over to Haritha Karma Sena for eco-friendly disposal

♻️ District-Level Inauguration of RE-adDRESS Campaign

📍 Location: Government College, Malappuram
📅 Date: July 8, 2024
📚 Organized by: EZED Foundation
👥 In Collaboration With: Nature Club, Government College Malappuram & Green Worms

📝 Summary:
The RE-adDRESS campaign’s district-level launch promoted sustainable practices in clothing disposal and waste awareness. The event brought together educators, environmentalists, and students to discuss the growing challenge of textile waste and actionable solutions.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration by Dr. Geetha Nambiar (Principal, Government College, Malappuram)
• Awareness session by Mr. Najmudheen C. (Researcher, School of Environmental Studies, TEM University)
• Campus installation of a used clothing collection box

♻️ RE-adDRESS Campaign at TMG College

📍 Location: Thunchan Memorial Government College,Tirur
📅 Date: August 8, 2024
📚 Organized by: NSS Unit, TMG College
👥 In Collaboration With: EZED Foundation & Green Worms

📝 Summary:
The RE-adDRESS campaign aimed to raise awareness on textile waste and encourage sustainable practices among students. A sensitization class and a used clothes collection drive were the core components of this eco-conscious initiative.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration of cloth collection drive by the College Principal
• Awareness session on “Waste Management and Reuse Possibilities” by Ms. Muhsina A. (G. Secretary, EZED Foundation)
• Interactive session by Mr. Hashir Najeeb (Project Coordinator, Green Worms)
• Installation of a campus collection box for used clothing

🌍 Beach Cleanup on World Tourism Day

📍 Location: Paravanna Beach, Tirur,  Malappuram
📅 Date: September 27, 2024 
📚 Organized by: EZED Foundation
👥 In Collaboration With: NSS Unit of Thunchan Memorial Govt. College, Tirur & Green Worms

📝 Summary:
In connection with the Central Government’s ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2024’ campaign, a beach cleanup drive was conducted at Tirur Paravanna Beach. The initiative aimed to raise awareness on environmental cleanliness and sustainable tourism practices.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Inauguration by Mr. Noushad Nellancheri (President, Vettom Grama Panchayat)
• Welcome address by Ms. Faseela (NSS Coordinator, TMG College)
• Collection and handover of 480 kg of waste to Green Worms

♻️ RE-adDRESS Campaign at Malayalam University

📍 Location: Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University, Tirur
📅 Date: November 15, 2024
📚 Organized by: EZED Foundation
👥 In Collaboration With: Green Worms & NSS Unit, Malayalam University

📝 Summary:
As part of its ongoing sustainability initiatives, EZED Foundation organized the RE-adDRESS waste management awareness campaign at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University on November 15, 2024, in collaboration with Green Worms and the NSS Unit.

🎤 Key Highlights:

• Campaign Inauguration: Dr. Arun Babu V., Director, School of Environmental Studies

• Awareness Session: Led by Mr. Premkumar P., Malappuram LSGD-RGSA Coordinator

• Cloth Collection Drive Launch: Inaugurated by Dr. L. Sushama, Vice Chancellor, Malayalam University

• Special Feature: Installation of a dedicated collection box on campus for used clothes

🗣️ Speakers & Participants:

• Dr. Baburaj K., NSS Coordinator (Chairperson)

• Dr. M. G. Mallika, Faculty Member

• Ms. Muhsina A., G. Secretary, EZED Foundation

• Mr. Shaheer P., LSGD-RGSA Coordinator