Report on Visit to Residential Care Home for Youth and Children Living with HIV (CLHIV)
1. Introduction
To promote social responsibility and create awareness about HIV/AIDS among students, the Red Ribbon Club of Don Bosco College (Co-Ed), Yelagiri Hills organized a visit to the Residential Care Home for Youth and Children Living with HIV (CLHIV) at Madhavaram, Chennai.
The visit was conducted on 13th February 2026 with the objective of developing empathy among students, spreading awareness about HIV, and supporting children living with HIV through meaningful interaction and welfare activities. The programme was organized under the guidance of the Red Ribbon Club.
2. Purpose of the Visit
The visit was organized to:
- Create awareness about HIV and reduce social stigma
- Promote humanitarian values and social responsibility among students
- Provide emotional support and encouragement to children living with HIV
- Utilize Red Ribbon Club funds for welfare activities
- Conduct awareness interaction, games, and motivational sessions
- Encourage youth participation in social health initiatives
- Provide practical exposure to students regarding community service
3. Visit Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Event Title |
Visit to Residential Care Home for CLHIV |
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Date |
13th February 2026 |
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Venue |
Residential Care Home for Youth and Children Living with HIV (CLHIV), Madhavaram, Chennai |
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Organized By |
Red Ribbon Club, Don Bosco College (Co-Ed), Yelagiri Hills |
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Participants |
10 Students and Staff Members |
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Activities Conducted |
Awareness Interaction, Games, Motivational Session, Welfare Support |
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Coordinated By |
Ms. Jothika S, Assistant Professor & RRC Coordinator |
4. Description of the Visit
The visit commenced with the arrival of students and staff members at the Residential Care Home. The team was warmly welcomed by the management and caretakers of the home.
Students interacted with the children and youth residing in the home and conducted awareness sessions about positive living, self-confidence, and social inclusion. Various recreational activities and games were organized to create a friendly and joyful environment for the children.
The Red Ribbon Club members also provided welfare support using club funds. The activities were conducted in a respectful and disciplined manner under faculty supervision. The visit created a meaningful bonding experience between students and children.
5. Outcome of the Visit
- Enhanced awareness about HIV among students
- Development of empathy and humanitarian values
- Emotional support provided to children living with HIV
- Strengthened student participation in community service
- Successful utilization of Red Ribbon Club funds for welfare activities
- Positive learning experience for student volunteers
6. Feedback and Observations
Students expressed deep emotional satisfaction and a sense of social responsibility after interacting with the children. The children actively participated in games and awareness sessions, which created a joyful and supportive environment. The management of the care home appreciated the students’ involvement and encouragement.
7.Learning Experience of Students
The visit provided valuable learning experiences for the students in the following ways:
●Students gained clear knowledge about HIV, its causes, prevention, and treatment.
●They understood the importance of removing social stigma and discrimination against individuals living with HIV.
●Students developed empathy and emotional understanding by interacting directly with the children.
●They learned the importance of providing psychological and social support to affected individuals.
●Students realized the role of youth in promoting health awareness and social welfare activities.
●The visit helped students improve communication skills and confidence while interacting with children.
●Students understood the importance of community service and humanitarian values.
8. Conclusion
The visit to the Residential Care Home for Youth and Children Living with HIV (CLHIV) was a meaningful initiative that strengthened social awareness and humanitarian values among students. The programme helped students understand the importance of supporting individuals living with HIV and encouraged them to participate in future social welfare activities. The visit served as a valuable learning experience and contributed positively towards building a socially responsible student community.