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Sharing
the Joy of Christmas: Vimukti Distributes Iron Metal Cots and Plastic Chairs to
Sponsored Children’s Families: The joy of giving is the true spirit of
Christmas.” |
Empowering
Adolescent Girls for a Safer and Brighter Future: : Vimukti Pothnal |
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Human Rights Day
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Empowering Young
Minds Beyond School: 455 Children Thrive at Vimukti Learning Centres Across 15
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Knowledge indeed transforms the children
but the proper environment and the basic facilities in imparting the education
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Vimukti
Celebrates Christmas with 100 Underprivileged Children and Their Families:
On
December 23, 2025, Vimukti Charitable Trust joyfully celebrated Christmas at its
Pothnal premises with 100 underprivileged children and their families, creating
a day filled with warmth, love, and hope. The most touching moment of the day
was the distribution of carefully prepared Christmas gift packages to the
children. As each child received their gift, their faces lit up with happiness
and excitement — simple moments that carried deep meaning for families who often
struggle to meet their daily needs. For many of them, this celebration was not
just a festivity, but a reminder that they are seen, valued, and loved. The
Vimukti staff and volunteers lovingly ensured that every child and family felt
welcomed and cared for, creating an environment of dignity, belonging, and joy.
Laughter, greetings, and heartfelt exchanges filled the premises, making the day
truly memorable. The celebration concluded with words of gratitude and a shared
sense of joy, reflecting the true spirit of Christmas — a spirit of love, unity,
generosity, and hope for a better tomorrow.
For
many families, there are no twinkling stars, no cake to share, no festive
lights, and no joyful atmosphere. There are only struggle, silence, and
survival. Yet it is to these very homes that I wish to carry the true meaning of
Christmas—the message of God’s joy, love, peace, and abundant blessings. Just as
Christ chose to be born in a manger, among the forgotten and the lowly, this
Christmas we want to be present with those who feel unseen and unheard. A gentle
smile, a shared meal, a small gift, and a loving presence can become a living
proclamation that God has not forgotten them. In reaching out to the poorest of
the poor, we allow Christmas to come alive—not in decorations, but in
compassion; not in abundance, but in love.
As
part of its Christmas outreach, Vimukti, Pothnal, distributed iron metal cots
and plastic chairs to 52 sponsored children’s families from nearby villages.
Many of these families lack basic household facilities, including proper beds
and seating, which affects their comfort and dignity. Responding to this genuine
need, Vimukti provided these essential items as meaningful Christmas gifts,
helping to improve the families’ living conditions and daily comfort. The
initiative reflected the true spirit of Christmas—love, care, and solidarity—and
was received with deep gratitude and joy by the beneficiaries. The programme was
successfully carried out with the dedicated support of Vimukti staff and
volunteers. Vimukti sincerely thanks the members of Ensemble Agissons for their
generosity, which made this initiative possible. Together, we continue to bring
hope, dignity, and joy to vulnerable families this Christmas.
A
two-days training programme was organized at Vimukti focusing on
self-protection, personal safety, and the importance of continuing education for
adolescent girls. Nearly 200 adolescent girls from various villages actively
participated in the programme. The session aimed to build confidence, create
awareness about self-protection, and motivate the girls to pursue their
education for a better and secure future. The training was interactive and
inspiring, encouraging open sharing and participation. Following the training
session, various competitions and extracurricular activities were conducted to
enhance creativity, leadership, and teamwork among the participants. The
programme concluded with great enthusiasm, leaving the girls empowered,
motivated, and hopeful about their future.
Vimukti
Pothnal celebrated Human Rights Day on 10th December 2025 with children and
women from the village and the local school. The program aimed to create
awareness about basic rights, dignity, and equality for all. The event included
interactive sessions, awareness talks, and group activities highlighting the
importance of child rights, women’s rights, and the need to stand against all
forms of discrimination and violence. Children participated enthusiastically,
while women shared their experiences and concerns related to their rights in
daily life. Vimukti staff encouraged participants to speak up for justice and
motivated them to become responsible citizens who respect and protect the rights
of others. The celebration concluded with a pledge to uphold human rights in the
community and work together for a just and inclusive society. Nearly 105
children and women participated in the program. 
Vimukti
initiative continues to uplift children from 15 rural villages in Manvi Taluka,
Raichur District, by providing dedicated academic support and holistic learning
opportunities after school hours. Many children in these communities’ struggle
with foundational learning gaps due to limited educational support at home and
challenges within the school system. Recognizing this need, Vimukti Pothnal has
set up structured evening learning centres to ensure no child is left behind. At
these centres, trained tutors provide personalized attention, helping children
strengthen core subjects, improve reading and writing skills, and develop
problem-solving abilities. Alongside academics, the programme emphasizes moral
values, discipline, communication skills, and participation in creative
activities — nurturing both knowledge and character. Today, 455 children are
benefiting from this initiative. Together, we are lighting the path toward a
brighter and more empowered future for every child.
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VIMUKTI
CHARITABLE TRUST is a social action unit of the Capuchin Franciscan of
Karnataka Province, Registered under the Trust Act bearing number,
Trust/718/10A/Vol-II/V-299/2000-2001 Dated 01.05.2000. VIMUKTI is
integral liberation as understood popularly and it undertakes and
executes socio-economic empowerment activities among the disadvantage
and the vulnerable sections of the society. As the activities of the
province became widespread, Vimukti came into existence in 1999 to
co-ordinate, document, monitor, review and evaluate the social work
intervention activities to ensure greater efficiency and increased
accountability towards the same.
The
Karnataka Capuchin Province has established a registered trust called,
Vimukti Charitable Trust for social service and developmental activities
in the Province. The goals and objectives of this trust are to be
attained in a systematic and cohesive manner. For this purpose the
Province shall establish in a suitable place a well furnished central
office to plan, coordinate and supervise all the programmes and the
activities. The Statutes are applicable to all the Friars of the
Province who are involved in this ministry. So that all the Programmes
function effectively and achieve the expected goals and objectives.
These Statutes are to be read along with the Constitutions of the Order
and also the Statutes of the Province.