Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) is one of the key pillars of the Presidency University that aims to nurture students into socially responsible human beings, imparting the values of empathy, integrity, respect, and gratitude. The key purpose of ISR is to make the students the flag bearers of social change required in the country, to bring about sustainable and inclusive growth and development, and to nurture “Social Change Champions.”
Since its inception, the university has undertaken several social initiatives for the benefit of the underprivileged, women, and children. As a part of this, the University has collaborated with the state government and renowned institutions and organizations. The active participation of the faculty, staff, and students at the university has seen immense success in these social drives, which have effectively brought about improvements in the lives of marginalized social segments.
The Presidency University’s ISR Cell has created a Hub of Enablement. Through this hub, the ISR Cell collaborates with various schools and departments of the University to utilize their domain expertise to implement the activities and enhance the desired impact of its outreach activities.
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Vision
To foster positive and sustainable societal impact through purposeful and strategic initiatives.
Objectives
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Create the next generation of socially responsible and empathetic professionals.
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Contribute towards the socio-economic development of the communities.
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Design technology-driven, sustainable, and path-breaking solutions to address prevalent developmental challenges.
Name of the Member | Designation | Category |
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Dr. Nissar Ahmed Chancellor |
Steering Council |
Management |
Mr. Salman Ahmed Vice President, Presidency University |
Steering Council |
Management |
Dr. Anubha Singh Vice Chancellor In-charge |
Monitoring Committee |
Management |
Dr. Sameena Noor Ahmed Panali Registrar |
Monitoring Committee |
Management |
Mr. Sameet Joshi Head ISR & Alumni |
Executive Committee |
Head of Function |
Mr. Bhaskar Mitra Director - School of Design |
Executive Committee |
Head of School |
Dr. Prachi Beriwala Associate Dean, School of Management |
Executive Committee |
Faculty |
Dr. Mohamadi Begum Professor, School of Computer Science & Engineering |
Executive Committee |
Faculty |
Dr. Nakul Ramanna Prof & HOD – Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering |
Executive Committee |
Faculty |
Dr. Sheshadri Chief Librarian |
Executive Committee |
Non-Teaching Staff |
Dr. Ravi Kumar Associate Professor School of Media Studies |
Executive Committee |
Faculty |
Prem Kumar (B. Tech 2019-23) |
Executive Committee |
Alumni Representative |
Kalyan Kumar (20211ECE0170) School of Engineering |
Executive Committee |
Student Representative |
The Presidency University’s ISR Cell predominantly undertakes activities under the following thematic areas
![Shiksha (Education)](https://presidencyuniversity.in/assets/images/sikha-education.webp)
Shiksha (Education)
Making quality education easily accessible and affordable for all. Presidency University, through its initiatives under Shiksha, contributes towards the achievement of SDG Goal No. 4: Quality Education to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Samarthya (Skill Development)
Skill Development for Sustainable Livelihood Through this initiative, the University strengthens its commitment to the achievement of SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
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![Swasthya (Health and Hygiene)](https://presidencyuniversity.in/assets/images/health.webp)
Swasthya (Health and Hygiene)
Hygiene is paramount for good health. Through Swasthya, the Presidency University concentrates on creating awareness and provisioning of health, aid, and hygiene aspects in the lives of all to ensure good health. The activities under Swasthya aim at assisting in the achievement of certain targets of SDG Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being.
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Sanrakshan (Environment Protection and Rejuvenation)
Creating Champions for Environment Protection. Presidency University is actively involved in raising awareness amongst the youth about the impending hazards of climate change that our planet faces. Through the various activities undertaken, the University tries to strengthen its efforts to achieve some targets of SDG 13 on climate action.
Sewa (Socio-economic wellbeing)
Presidency University, through its initiatives, aims to extend support to the less privileged, orphans, destitute, and elderly via various mediums, thereby addressing SDG 16 (peace, justice and strong institutions).
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