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By: Admin Date: 17 Sep 2021

Two Weeks Basic Computer Training Program for Working Women and Housewives

Venue: DAMITS Campus, Rourkela

In today’s digital era, computer literacy is a vital skill for individuals from all walks of life. Recognizing the importance of digital empowerment for women, Dr. Ambedkar Memorial Institute of Technology and Science (DAMITS) organized a Two Weeks Basic Computer Training Program exclusively for working women and housewives at the DAMITS Campus.

This initiative aimed to equip participants with essential computer skills, enabling them to enhance their professional capabilities and manage day-to-day tasks more efficiently in a digitalized world.

Program Highlights

The program was designed to be interactive and practical, ensuring participants gained hands-on experience with basic computer operations and applications.

  1. Participation Numbers:

    • A total of 45 women, including 25 working professionals and 20 homemakers, attended the training program.

  2. Course Content:
    The two-week training covered various essential topics:

    • Introduction to Computers: Understanding hardware and software basics.
    • MS Office Applications: Learning Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
    • Internet and Email Usage: Browsing the web, sending emails, and online banking essentials.
    • Digital Literacy Tools: Familiarity with e-governance platforms and digital payment systems.

  3. Practical Hands-On Sessions:
    Participants practiced:

    • Typing exercises to improve speed and accuracy.
    • Creating budgets and schedules using Excel.
    • Designing simple presentations using PowerPoint.

  4. Motivational Sessions:
    The training program included inspirational talks by successful women professionals who shared their experiences on:

    • Leveraging technology for career growth.
    • Balancing professional and personal responsibilities with the help of digital tools.

Key Outcomes

The program was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on the participants:

  1. Increased Confidence:

    • Many participants overcame their fear of technology and expressed newfound confidence in using computers independently.

  2. Improved Skills:

    • Participants acquired practical skills that can be applied to their workplaces or household management.

  3. Empowerment Through Digital Knowledge:

    • Homemakers felt empowered to explore opportunities like online education, remote work, and financial management.

Participant Feedback

The enthusiasm and gratitude expressed by the participants were heartwarming:

  • Priya Das, a homemaker, shared, “I can now use email and create documents on my own. I feel more connected to the world around me.”
  • Anita Nayak, a working professional, said, “Learning Excel and PowerPoint has made my office work so much easier. This program has been a game-changer for me.”

Future Plans

Building on the success of this training program, DAMITS is committed to continuing its efforts toward digital literacy and empowerment. Future initiatives include:

  • Organizing advanced computer training sessions for women who wish to build on their knowledge.
  • Setting up a digital resource center at the campus to provide ongoing support.
  • Conducting free online workshops to reach more women in remote areas.

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