The Enabling Unit of Gargi College is formed under the U.G.C. guidelines, which mandates the existence of such a body in every college that constitutes a part of the University of Delhi, with the explicit purpose of safeguarding the rights and working for the welfare of the students with disabilities.

Our objectives include promoting equity and equal opportunity for the PwD students, spreading awareness about the rights of PwDs, creating an inclusive and barrier-free environment in college, and ensuring that programmes for PwD students are implemented efficiently. 

The Enabling Unit is made up of the Core Union and the volunteers, which work towards improving accessibility for PwD students, along with raising awareness on issues related to disability and inclusivity.

In the 2023-24 academic session, we boast of a strong volunteer base of more than 80 volunteers and seven core team members, who assume the responsibility of managing the operations of the society. 

• President : Shruti Anand : BBE
• Vice President : Bhavya Kharbanda : BA (H) Political Science
• General Secretary : Sarah Haseen : BA (H) Political Science
• PR and Outreach Head : Kanchan : BA (H) English
• Social Media Head : Diksha Hora : B.Com. (H)
• Event Coordinator : Mauli Gaur : B.Com. (H)
• Project Coordinator : Jaya Charan : BA (H) Political Science

Samarth works towards creating an aware and sensitised student body in college, alongside creating an inclusive environment for PwD students. Through our collaborative efforts, we assist the PwD students in writing exams and any other academic or administrative tasks. Samarth wants to make a community of socially responsible, empathetic, and proactive individuals. We are passionate about creating a positive change in the lives of students with disabilities. 

Abhipsa - The Annual Fest of Samarth

 

Abhipsa 2023 was conducted on 23rd April 2023 by Samarth with the theme of "Inclusion: An Act of Change" by our union Members, convenors and our hardworking and dedicated Volunteers. The fest was conducted on the university level and had spectators and participants from different colleges of Delhi University.

The fest had four major events-  Art for All, an art exhibition-cum-competition, Vogueability, an inclusive fashion show, Qalakriti, a talent show and lastly, a Speaker’s Session by Mr. Jayant Singh Rawat. In Art for All, several  participants submitted their artistic entries for the same theme and entries with the most creativity and accurate representation of themes were awarded. Under Qalakriti, participants showcased their talents in singing ,dancing ,poetry, acting, etc. Vogueability was an inclusive, non-competitive fashion show which aimed at breaking the mould of fashion and instead, allowed the participants to embrace their true selves and walk the ramp with panache. The Speaker Session was helmed by Mr Jayant, who is the recipient of the NCPEDP – Javed Abidi Fellowship on Disability. The speaker session shed light on navigating the path towards inclusion in college. 

Disability Simulation Workshop

On 24th February 2023, Samarth conducted a Disability Sensitising Simulation Workshop in collaboration with the NGO Bhumika Trust to celebrate Low Vision Awareness Month.

The workshop included different activities like walking blindfolded using a white cane, assembling a sandwich blindfolded, etc. which gave participants insight on a life with vision impairment and created a sense of empathy amongst all.

Samarth Stall in Zistatva

Zistatava, the annual NGO exhibition of Gargi College was organised by NSS Gargi in collaboration with Student Council on 19th October, 2022. Samarth, in collaboration with CDF Gargi, set up a stall of face painting, and fun games like Sign Scrabble and Know Your Friend. There was a photobooth with props as well, to capture those fun Zistatva moments.

Short Film Screening

On September 30, 2022, Samarth organised a movie screening of the Oscar Winning short film 'The Silent Child' to sensitise students about the importance of sign language on the occasion of International Day of Sign Languages celebrated on September 28. The movie screening was held online on Google Meet, and an interactive discussion followed the screening. 

Book Discussion Event

A book discussion event was organised by Samarth in collaboration with the English Literary Society on 7th September ,2022 at the Seminar Hall of Gargi College. The book discussion was held on the book "One Little Finger" by Malini Chib, whose life has been the inspiration for the Bollywood movie “Margarita with a Straw”. The event was graced by the presence of five panellists, a moderator and an enthusiastic audience.