Allipade: ICYM Allipade Unit organized Yuva Ekvot - 2024 a youth enrichment programme at Allipade church Hall on August 4, 2024.
Key attendees included Fr. Robert D'Souza, Director, ICYM Allipade Unit and ICYM Bantwal Deanery, Parish Pastoral Council Vice President Naveen Moras, Secretary Kiran Noronha. Br. Ajay D'Souza, Sr. Narsiza, ICYM Animators Sr. Deepa and Wilson D'Souza, YCS Animator Ronald Valder, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Regional Representative Jaison, and ICYM Bantwal Deanery Representative Elvin. Other notable guests were ICYM Bantwal Deanery Treasurer Renita Cardoza, Vice President Preemal Cutinha, President Arrol, Sports Secretary Jithan, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Vice President Nihan.
Event commenced with a prayer song and a welcome address by ICYM Allipade President Mishal D'Souza. Fr. Robert, along with the guests, inaugurated the event.
Sr. Narsiza delivered an inspiring speech, followed by a talk from Animator Wilson D'Souza. An honoring ceremony was conducted, recognizing Wilson Pinto (Social Cause Secretary of ICYM Mangalore Diocese), Melroy D'Souza (Secretary of ICYM Bantwal Deanery), Jeethan Pinto (Media Representative of ICYM Bantwal Deanery), Glen Pais (Sports Secretary of YCS Bantwal Deanery), and Vivek Moras (Vice President of YCS Bantwal Deanery).
Fr. Robert gave an insightful talk, followed by an ice-breaking session led by Lavisha D'Souza and her team, featuring action songs and activities.
Resource person for the day Sharal Rodrigues stressed on the importance of personal financial planning for young adults, the stock market, and mutual funds.
The event continued with fun activities, action songs, and a dance session with Fr. Robert and Br. Ajay D'Souza. Vinisha Moras served as the master of ceremony. The program concluded with youth feedback and blessings before lunch.