The Youth Red Cross Unit of St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, organised its three-day Annual Camp 2026–2027 from November 2 to 4, with the objective of promoting humanitarian values, social responsibility, environmental awareness and voluntary service among students.
The camp was inaugurated by Mr Natesh Alva, Student Welfare Officer, Excellent PU College, Moodabidri, who was the Chief Guest and Inaugurator. The programme was presided over by Sr Dr M. Venissa A.C., Principal, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru.
The camp featured a series of informative sessions on Youth Red Cross, environmental sustainability, personality development, stress management, emotional well-being, nutrition and physical fitness. Eminent resource persons guided the volunteers on various aspects of personal development, health and community service.
As part of its community outreach initiatives, YRC volunteers participated in a waste management awareness programme at Tannirbhavi Beach. Posters highlighting waste segregation and responsible waste disposal were distributed to shopkeepers and visitors. The volunteers also conducted a health and hygiene awareness programme for schoolchildren at St Agnes Kannada Primary School, Mangaluru.
The camp further included a visit to St Anthony's Old Age Home, Jeppu, where volunteers interacted with elderly residents, highlighting the importance of compassion, care and companionship.
The volunteers also visited St Anthony's Museum, where they explored a collection of antique articles and objects from earlier generations, including electronic gadgets, household vessels, telephones, televisions, clocks and other traditional items. The visit offered them an opportunity to learn about the evolution of household articles and technology over the years.
A poster-making competition on the theme "Drug-Free Youth, Stronger Nation" and a talent show were also organised to encourage creativity and awareness among volunteers.
The camp concluded with a valedictory programme on November 4. Mrs Rashmi, Programme Officer, Youth Red Cross Unit and Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, Canara College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, was the Chief Guest. Prizes were distributed to the winners of the poster-making competition and talent show.
The camp was coordinated by Mrs Nimitha K., Programme Officer, Youth Red Cross Unit, along with Ms Shamitha Sathish, Student Secretary, with the active participation of 34 YRC volunteers.
The three-day camp provided an enriching experience for volunteers through a combination of learning sessions, environmental activities and community service. It reinforced the fundamental principles of the Red Cross and encouraged students to uphold the values of humanity, compassion, teamwork and voluntary service.
