Mangalore: As a part of the World Aids Day Celebration, Snehalaya Charitable Trust in collaboration with the MCC Bank Ltd conducted a programme on December 4th, 2022 . The programme was conducted in the MCC Bank Auditorium, Hampankatta, Mangalore. The world observes World AIDS Day on December 1 of every year. People get together from all over the world to support those affected by and living with HIV as well as to commemorate those who lost their lives due to AIDS.
The theme for World Aids Day 2022 is 'Equalize.' The students from St. Aloysious College under the leadership of Carol and Students from HPR Para-Medical college under the leadership of Principal Rehana have conducted various Cultural Programmes and Games for the PLHIV. The programme was inaugurated by Rakesh, Alukkas Pvt Ltd. Mangalore and Felicitation was given by Bro. Joseph Crasta, Founder of Snehalaya Charitable Trust. After the cultural events, there was an amazing Magic Performance by Fr. Paul Sebastian D Souza. The Body Building show by Joslan Derick D souza was well appreciated by the audience. Team Hongirana also have put up a superb Show.
In the Valedictory Program, prizes were given out to the winners of various games. The presence of Vasanth Shetty, Lion's Multiple Council Chairman, Mangalore, Anil Lobo Chairman MCC Bank Ltd, Sunil Menezes The General Manager of MCC Bank Ltd, Mangalore, Bro Joseph Crasta, Founder,Trustees and Staffs of Snehalaya were Present for the Programme. Altogether 250 PLHIV have joined for the extravaganza. Vasanthi and Renitta PLHIV Shared their experience On this Special Day.
To this end, Snehalaya has taken a number of initiatives to help spread awareness and support HIV prevention efforts. Throughout the year, provided support to those affected by HIV and AIDS, helping them to access healthcare services and providing emotional and psychological support also provided financial assistance and Food kit to help the PLHIV.