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Our German volunteer Seoyoung Park, who went to India within our ESC Humanitarian Aid project “HAND”, funded by the European Commission and hosted by our Indian partner, Orissa State Volunteers and Social Workers Association (OSVSWA), completed her 8-month volunteering service in India.
During her volunteering, Seoyoung worked on a diverse range of projects focused on raising awareness of climate change, public health, and first-aid training. Her work in the village of Konark and the city of Bhubaneswar allowed her to engage with local communities, schools, and organizations, building her skills and knowledge in meaningful ways.
One of her first assignments was working with a team of volunteers at a local school in Konark, where she led sessions to raise awareness about climate change for students in grades 6 to 9. Her goal was to gamify climate education to make it fun and engaging for the students.
As a volunteer organizer for the International Awareness Day on Avoidable Deaths in March 2024, she was responsible for coordinating sponsors and managing activities during the event. She reached out to local companies, such as Tata Steel, seeking both financial support and in-kind donations. During the event itself, she coordinated interactive activities, including an online quiz and a graffiti wall where participants expressed their thoughts on avoidable deaths.
She took on the role of social media manager for the project “Securing Agriculture from Environmental Risks,” (SAFER) which focused on climate resilience for agriculture in rural Odisha. She created Instagram content to raise awareness about climate change impacts on agriculture, highlight project activities, and share insights on climate solutions for rural areas.
For her final project in India, she developed and led a first-aid awareness session at a government school in Konark. The session covered how to handle common health emergencies, including heat illnesses, insect bites, and bleeding injuries, with a focus on simple, practical actions students could take. By teaching basic first-aid skills, she aimed to help students feel prepared and empowered in case of emergencies.
The activity gave Seoyoung new insights into community needs, broadened her communication skills, and deepened her appreciation for Indian culture. We would like to thank Seoyoung for all her dedication in her work.
