The goal is to develop a well-integrated modern public library system in Odisha to empower individuals, build a stronger community and improve the socio-economic & educational system in Odisha.
Activity Planned: 2024 OSA PUBLIC LIBRARY INITIATIVE(OPLI) WEBINAR
Lead person for OSA 2024: Nishikanta Sahoo
THEME: ODISHA PUBLIC LIBRARY VISION
TOPIC: Role of New Govt in Bringing Fresh Momentum to Public Library Development in Odisha
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Objectives and Goals:
● To provide wide ranging information on “opportunities” that are critical to OSA kids (Middle School through Graduates) and the parents (specifically 1st generation parents)
● To come up with a sustainment plan for OSA Higher Education and Research Team (HEART) Efforts
Lead person for OSA 2024: Anil Patnaik
Panel Discussion:
a. Track 1: What it takes to get the college application right?
b. Track 2: Learning about R&D Opportunities in NA
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The objectives of the OWE team are: (1) To create a platform for empowering, encouraging, and providing awareness as well as a safe space for women in an inclusive community. (2) To advocate for the rights and voices of women and families in Odia communities, both in Odisha and the diaspora. Lead person for OSA 2024: Mamata Buxi
Panel Discussion:
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The purpose of this initiative is to create awareness of the global climate crisis and understand the impact of global warming/ climate change on our planet with a goal to empower the next generation to take climate action and think of possible solutions to prevent it. Lead person for OSA 2024: Jui Dash
Panel Discussion:
Competition:
Participant's must be registered for the 55th OSA Convention
23 June, 2024
The focus of the OSA Spiritual Forum is to provide more exposure on Spiritual development to our next generation. The goal is to hold an open discussion with our youths together with their parents regarding the importance of religion and spirituality as they grow up in today’s society. Lead person: Manoj Sahu
Competition:
1. Mythological(Purana) Story Competition: for children ages 12 and under
2. Shloka Competition: for children ages 13 and above
Panel Discussion:
Topic: Bridging Cultures: Spirituality among Indian Youth in North America
Competition:
23rd June 2024
The Mission of OSA-HW group is to Promote and advance Health and Wellness of the Odia Community in Odisha and North America, through sharing of knowledge/ expertise which inspires the best possible healthcare and individual wellbeing. Further aims to offer professional development and create meaningful opportunities for the medical/ dental professionals in Odisha and those in-coming to North America. Lead person for OSA 2024: Basanta Mahapatra
Schedule of activities:
Friday JULY 5th: 7:00 AM: Health Walk Starting at the main Entrance of the hotel. Participants may pre-register to receive a t-shirt –
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Competition:
Speedcubing competition
Speedcubing is a competitive sport which is about solving a Rubik's cube in the shortest time possible. The goal of this competition is to support and encourage the growth of Speedcubing among OSA youths. The competition will use 3x3x3 standard Rubik's cube.
Participants must be of age Age 7 – 20, and must be registered for the 55th OSA Convention.
June 23, 2024
Lead person: Kanak Hota
Panel Discussion: ଆସନ୍ତୁପାଠକଟିଏହେବା
Tapaswini, by Poet Gangadhara Meher (ତପସ୍ୱିନୀ, by: ସ୍ଵଭାଵକବିଗଙ୍ଗାଧରମେହେର |)
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