Overview
Sameekshanam is a transformative psychosocial initiative of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, rooted in the philosophy “Be Calm, Be Compassionate.” Launched in 2020, the project addresses mental health challenges, gender dynamics, family well-being, and financial literacy across diverse communities. From CRPF battalions in conflict zones to university students and local communities, Sameekshanam blends science, compassion, and reflective practice to build resilience and foster inner strength. .
Objectives
- Enhance mental health awareness and strengthen coping mechanisms.
- Challenge rigid gender norms and promote healthy masculinity.
- Strengthen family harmony through communication and conflict resolution.
- Foster financial well-being and responsible money management.
- 5. Build a network of trained facilitators and master trainers to sustain community impact.
Methodology & Approach
The program is structured around four core pillars:
- Mental Health – Building Inner Strength
- Masculinity Reflection & Gender Dynamics
- Family Harmony
- Financial Well-being
Project Timeline & Milestones
CRPF – Srinagar Sector (2021–23)
- 50 Master Trainers & 540 Frontline Trainers trained.
- Over all 27,000 CRPF personnels were trained
- Phase 2 Chaupals introduced community-level reflection spaces.
CRPF – Southern Sector, Hyderabad (2023–2025)
- 73 Master Trainers certified and training ongoing in 10 battalions.
- 5617 personnel have trained so far.
- Special worksh
- ops held for spouses of CRPF men.
Telangana State Police (2023–Present)
- 68 Master Trainers certified.
7970 police personnel trained so far
Training Highlights
Gender awareness and Sensitization Workshop (July 2024)
- 70 social work students trained.
- Activities: chit activity, scenario discussions,video related discussions
- Outcome: Students challenged stereotypes & committed to gender equity
Internal Capacity-Building (Nov 2024 – Jan 2025)
- Focus: inner strength, masculinity, family harmony, financial well-being.
- Participants: Trainers from AYUDH, AMMACHI Labs & CWEGE.
- Built interdisciplinary facilitation skills.
Student Training Program (Mar – Apr 2025)
- 46 MSW & 25 PGDCP students oriented, 3 selected for training.
- Emphasis on experiential facilitation, reflective practices, and psychosocial tools.
Master Trainer Program (Apr – May 2025)
- 6-day intensive workshop.
- Trainers certified to deliver Sameekshanam modules in multiple communities.
- Built a compassionate trainer network for scaling impact.
Kolar Project Internal Training (June 2025 – Present)
- Daily sessions with faculty & trainers.
- Modules: Family Harmony, Inner Strength, Masculinity Reflection, Financial Well-being.
- Focus on migrant and vulnerable populations.
Gender Sensitization Workshop (July 2025)
- 40 social work students trained.
- Activities: Human Bingo, scenario discussions, group case analysis, poster-making.
- Outcome: Students challenged stereotypes & committed to gender equity.
Impact
- 35,000+ personnel & students reached so far across CRPF, Telangana Police, and universities.
- Creation of a replicable psychosocial empowerment model.
- Strengthened emotional resilience, family relationships, and gender sensitivity.
- Built institutional readiness to tackle issues of gender-based violence, stress, and financial vulnerability.
