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The Adolescent Friendly Centre of NIOSRegional Centre, Bhubaneswar ObjectivesTo provide an adolescent friendly space in the Regional CenterTo hold life skill building workshops for learner to empower them to effectively address their psycho-social, emotional, adolescence and vocation related concernsTo extend facilities like print and audio/video library, reading room, joint study session etc to the learnersTo pilot buddy programmes, effective PCPs, one to one counseling sessions etc for the learnersTo provide a platform to learners and tutors to network and collaborate, and To motivate the learners and instill confidence in them

The Adolescent Friendly Centre (AFC) was set up at the NIOS Regional Centre, Bhubaneswar as a pilot intervention taken under Adolescence Education Programme (AEP), Academic Department with the collaboration of United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) at NIOS Bhubaneswar Regional Centre on December 2, 2010. The AFC was set up with the objectives to promote life skills among the NIOS learners.

Mitra: The Adolescent Friendly Centre(AFC) was inaugurated on December 2, 2010 by Sri. G.S. Mohapatra, an eminent educationist in the presence of Dr. S.S. Jena Honble Chairman, NIOS. On 17th March 2011, the AFC was named as MITRA resembling a friend of learners offering a cordial ambience.

Human Resource and EquipmentSEO (AEP) 1EA (AEP) 1

Computer Printer & PhotocopierLCD Projector with screenPrint , audio/video libraryPA System PodiumCamera still & video ConsumablesActivity Corner

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN 2010 Capacity Building Workshops for about 70 learners on :

Stress Management at MITRAStress Management at St. Vincents Convent School, BerhampurSelf Awareness at MITRA

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN 2011

Academic Counselling provided to around 800 learners during the year 2011 with regard to selection of subjects and admission

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN 20119 Capacity Building Workshops for about 250 learners on :

Career Counseling Date: 21st June 2011Communication for Maintaining Relationship Date:24th JuneGrowing up Date: 27th June ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 WorkshopsGender: Understanding stereotypes and challenging discriminations Date: 30th JuneSubstance/Drug: Understanding Use, Misuse and Abuse Date: 05th July on Understanding and Coping with StressDate: 8th July

The Workshop on Understanding & Coping With Stress was organised for the jail inmates of Berhampur Circle Jail who enrolled under NIOS. 8 ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 WorkshopsUnderstanding Adolescence Date: 11th JulyHIV/ AIDS Date:13th July

Coping With Stress Date: 15th September

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 Other EventsQuiz Competition

In commemoration of the National Youth Day, a Quiz programme was organised for the NIOS Students on 12th January at AFC- Bhubaneswar..

In commemoration of the Teachers Day, a debate competition was organised for the NIOS learners at the AFC- Bhubaneswar.. Debate Competition ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 Other EventsInternship Programme Under AEP, NIOS Making it for the first time in NIOS, AEP Unit initiated the first internship programme.

Three students from Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chennai Mr. Gaurav Kumar, Mr. Promod Kumar Yadav and Mr. Gopal Krishna Behera completed their Internship Programme at MITRA- The Adolescent Friendly Centre, NIOS RC- Bhubaneswar. They field tested the activities manual. ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 Creative Writing CompetitionThe Creative Writing Competition was conducted at the Regional Centre during the All India Youth Festival, 2011 conducted by UNFPA.

150 learners participated in the event through MITRA.

The entries were screened at the Regional Centre level and the best 25 entries were forwarded to UNFPA through AEP Unit, Academic Department.

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 MITRA SafarMitra Safar marked the one year completion of the Adolescent Friendly Centre at NIOS RC, Bhubaneswar. Organised from 9th to 13th December, it included events likeCreative Writing ClinicPoster Making CompetitionThe theme of the Poster Making Competition was Child Rights. The Winners were felicitated on the Human Rights Day.

The Creative Writing Clinic was organised to hone the skills of the learners whose writings were shortlisted during Creative Writing Competition. ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 MITRA SafarInclusive Workshops

A session Hum Kisise Kam Nahin for children with special needs. workshop on Enhancing self esteem and confidence, peer relationships and communication skills.

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 MITRA SafarWorkshopsAdolescence Education: Approaches and Strategies- a sensitisation programme for tutors and coordinators. Kishore Kishorion Ki Bate- A workshop for the learners focused on adolescence

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 MITRA Safar

Cultural Programme by learners of NIOS.

Prize Distribution ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 MITRA SafarMr. Satish Kumar Lenka was awarded with MITRA of The Year for his maximum and committed participation in various activities at Mitra since its establishment. He attended 7 programmes in year 2011.

Ms. Jyoti Kumar was given Mitra Motivator of the year award. She brought 10 learners with her for the various programmes she attended. Mr. Nishant Panda, Mr. Nikhil Agrawal and Ms. Madhuri Bahera were awarded with maximum participation certificates in Mitra Safar.The prize for Mitra Study Centre of the year was awarded to Tiny Tots Corner High School, Bhubaneswar. Mr. Laxmidhar Nayak tutor of Tiny Tots has been an active member since the Tutor Training Programme. He participated in 4 programmes during the year 2011 and 2 programmes during the year 2010.The participation certificates for Creative Writing Clinic were distributed to 13 learners.ACCOLADES

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2011 Induction session Counselling of Learners on Career and Advocacy of MITRA at Dahapania, Bhadrak (Odisha) on 18th December 2011 103 learners participated in this workshop

ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2012

A quiz programme for the learners of NIOS was organised at the Govt. SSD High School Sunabeda ON 13th January.

Celebration of Republic Day at NIOS Regional Centre, Bhubaneswar. ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2012 Carrom CompetitionChess Competition

Winners:SK Abdul- ChessAnkita- Carrom (Girls)Chinmoy- Carrom (Boys) ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY MITRA IN THE YEAR 2012 National Science Day Slogan and Essay CompetitionMITRA coordinated and conducted the slogan and essay competition. A total of 82 learners participated in the event through MITRA. The entries were entered in a National Competetion organized by Vigyan Prasar.International Womens Day Slogan and Essay Competition: Through MITRA a total of 75 learners of the regional centre participated in the competition. To the credit of the Regional Centre, two participants won the first prize in essay and slogan competition and another participant won a special prize. PCPs AT MITRA The learners who came to MITRA shared that they were facing difficulties in attending the PCPs as AIs were not regular at conducting the same. In consultation with the Regional Director, steps have been initiated to conduct PCPs at MITRA. Each AI will depute its tutors for PCP. The same learners will have tutors/ counsellors from different AIs on a rotational basis.

How we ensure participation. Through SMS, or even calling the learner, counselling the parents if not willing.

MITRA also disseminates information on important days. AIDS Day, Republic Day and festivals.

MITRA is also providing internet facility to learners. After studying at the library learners surf net for extended learning.

Learners are coming to the centre with much more trust and belief.

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCEGreater trust and belief in NIOS Breakdown of barriers between NIOS and learners

Optimal deployment of A/V support material NIOS produced by NIOS

Reduces stress amongst learner with availability of materials in library

Life skills enhancement of the participating learners

Inclusion of NIOS learners in national and international events

Ensures learner autonomy and provides feedback

Facilitates learner networking

Places inclusive education center stage

Ascertains accountability of study centers

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCELearners speakMITRA gave me ideas, happiness and friendsIt makes us feel Hum Kisise Kam NahinThe movies shown during programmes have been helpfulIt inspired me from my very first programmeIt helps in personality development and getting new ideasHelps in improving communication and self-confidenceIt makes me happy It inspires students towards educationIt helped in increasing creativityEnabled us to participate in programmesIt gives opportunity in making of a studentIt teaches us good valuesMITRA is a very good friend, it helps disabled and normal studentsMITRA is a hope for learners who are deprived of normal schooling for certain reasons. It works as a friend, philosopher and guide. MITRA teaches about NIOS in a very good wayTrough MITRA learners can develop their own qualityMITRA helps learners to achieve their aims and ambitions

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCEAnanya Mishra, a differently-able learner viewed in her feedback MITRA is a hope for those children who are deprived of normal schooling for certain reason, it works as a friend, philosopher and guide to them. She also shared that it has helped in building communication skills and self-confidence.

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCEAfter a praiseworthy participation in Creative Writing Competition organized by UNFPA at MITRA-BBSR, her quotes were included in the Table Calendar of UNFPA.

Ankita viewed The scope and opportunities a girl gets at MITRA- NIOS is noteworthy, but girls must come forward and use these.

Ankita Payal participated in the creative writing competition. Her quotes got published in UN Desk Calendar.

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCEAttitude Towards Life Changed:After completion of Secondary Courses under NIOS, Abinash opted for Sr. Secondary at NIOS as well. Recollecting agonising times when he failed in various subjects, Abinash viewed that he was very depressed. He visited the Regional Centre several times for some queries relating to studies. Initially he was accompanied by his mother as he was too shy to interact. After attending few workshops, Abinash began to come out of his shell and not only attended more programmes but also actively participated in each group events. Now if he has to visit the Regional Centre, he comes alone. Abinash shared that the life skills workshops truly empowered him and have been life altering. He believes that his approach toward life has changed for the good.

MITRA MAKES A DIFFERENCEA successful buddy programme launched:

Bibhu and Avinash became good friends through MITRA. As Avinash was weak in Mathematics, they come to the library of MITRA for combined study and Bibhu guides Avinash in solving problems.

Learners like Satish, Chaturbhuja, Bikram, Anuradha and many more pay frequent visits to AFC. They call it a safe place to update themselves with information pertaining to education, study or play games for a refreshment.

This has made a difference in their approach towards education and ability to perform