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University of Mumbai
DEPARTMENT OF LIFELONG LEARNING AND EXTENSION

“EXTENSION WORK PROJECT REPORT”

1. Name of the Student: KHANDOR LAKSHI DEEPAK JIGNA

(Beginning with Surname)

2. Class: THIRD YEAR BACHELORS OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE (TY)

3. Div: A

4. Roll No.: 134

5. Name and Address of the College: K.P.B. HINDUJA COLLEGE OF COMMERCE

CHARNI ROAD

I) Extension Work Project enrolled for:

II) Vocational Career Oriented Projects
1. Career Project [CP]
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DEPARTMENT OF LIFELONG LEARNING AND EXTENSIONDESIGN OF

PROJECT REPORT WRITING 2023-2024

 Acknowledgement by the Student

Answer: I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the DLLE Unit, Principal, Extension Teachers,

workplace staff, community, and others for their unwavering support and guidance

throughout the project. Your encouragement and assistance have been instrumental in

our success.

 My reason for joining Extension Work Activity:

Answer: I was drawn to the extension project by the opportunity to apply my skills in a real-

world context, contribute to social change, build lasting connections, and deepen my

understanding of community needs and dynamics.

 Please write about the difficulties you faced while conducting activities.

Answer: While conducting activities, I encountered several challenges, including logistical

hurdles such as limited resources and scheduling conflicts. Additionally, adapting to diverse

participant needs and maintaining engagement posed ongoing difficulties. Overcoming these

obstacles required creativity, flexibility, and effective communication strategies to ensure the

success of the project.

 How did you overcome the difficulties?

Answer: I overcame the difficulties by brainstorming alternative solutions, seeking input from

team members and stakeholders, and prioritizing effective communication. Flexibility was key,

allowing me to adapt plans as needed to accommodate various constraints. Additionally,

fostering a supportive and collaborative environment enabled us to address challenges

collectively, leading to successful outcomes despite the obstacles encountered.

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 Please write about your expectations from extension work activities.

Answer: My expectations from extension work activities are to make a meaningful impact on

the community by addressing specific needs and fostering positive change. I anticipate gaining

valuable practical experience, enhancing my skills, and building strong relationships with

stakeholders. Additionally, I hope to contribute to the broader goals of the organization or

project and to learn from the diverse perspectives and experiences encountered during the

process.

 Are your expectations fulfilled? Please brief.

Answer: Yes, my expectations have largely been fulfilled. Through extension work activities,

I've had the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the community, develop valuable

skills, and establish meaningful connections with stakeholders. While there have been

challenges along the way, the overall experience has exceeded my expectations and has been

incredibly rewarding.

 What did you learn by Extension Activities? (gain / loss)

Answer: Through extension activities, I gained a deeper understanding of community needs

and dynamics, honed my interpersonal and communication skills, and developed the ability to

adapt to diverse environments and circumstances. Additionally, I learned the importance of

collaboration, creativity, and resilience in achieving meaningful outcomes. Overall, the

experience enriched my personal and professional growth and instilled a greater sense of social

responsibility.

 How will Extension Work help you to contribute to the Society?

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Answer: Extension work equips me with the knowledge, skills, and empathy necessary to

understand and address societal challenges effectively. By actively engaging with

communities, advocating for positive change, and implementing sustainable solutions, I can

make a meaningful contribution to society. Whether through direct service, advocacy efforts,

or collaborative initiatives, extension work empowers me to play a proactive role in creating a

more equitable and inclusive society for all .

 What is your suggestion?

 Answer: The DLLE extension project is a model of community engagement,

showcasing collaboration and innovation in addressing local needs. It demonstrates a

commitment to social impact through proactive solutions and meaningful partnerships,

making a tangible difference in education and empowerment.

ACTIVITY RELATED HOURS (WORK) TABLE

1) CAREER PROJECT (CP)

COLLEGE LEVEL

Sr. Date Topic Activity Hours Outcome

No.
1 12/11/202 Name of Person Interviewed Interview 05 I learned that
3 & their designation &their 05 what all is
15/11/202 contact details: there in the
3 1. TANVI SHAH (EVENT profession
MANAGER )

2 Name of Career: Chart Preparation 15 Got to know

01 to 04 more about
(e.g.: Engineer, Media Reporter, Actor, the project
Singer, Writer, Data Analyst, Artist etc.)
Contents of the chart prepared.
Chart 1: Pie Chart
Chart 2: Bar Chart
Chart 3: Column Chart
Chart 4: Histogram
3 Contents of the Booklet prepared: Booklet 05 -
Introduction, What after 12th, how to crack Preparation
interview, Roadmap to succeed in this
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Career, conclusion and summary

Total 30 hrs.

COMMUNITY LEVEL

Sr. Date Topic Activity Hours Outcome

No.
1 22/10/2023 Name of Locality Quiz and Webinar 10 Got to know
(Location) the financial
How did you develop a stability of
rapport with the india
community?
Quiz on Careers in
Finance
Quiz on Careers in IT
Webinar on Voter Id
Registration

2 22/02/2024 Name of Place Seminars and Career Learned to

Online as well as at Project Exhibitions 10 participate in
Hinduja College 10 new things
10
3 01/03/2024 Name of Career TalkSessions and 10 -
Finance, Information Presentation
Technology, Management
Total 50
hrs.
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Table K:

COMPULSORY TABLE FOR ALL ACTIVITIES

For UG. PG. & B. Ed.
Sr. Date Activity Hours Outcome
No.
1 19/08/2023 First Term Training Program 05 Learned the
projects
2 15/08/2023 College & Community Level Activity 80 For IOP 150 hrs.
-
05/03/2024
3 02/02/2023 Second Term Training Program 05 How to fill the
book
4 12/02/2023 Udaan Festival /Essay Writing 20 Essay writing
5 Project Report Writing 10 -
Total 120
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 Names of the College & Community Level Activities in which student has taken active participation such as: street play, group songs,
poster, elocution, speech, lessons, industrial visit etc. (any other); Please give Details.

Sr. Date Name of the activity such Topic of the Participation for / as: Location/ Poster No of Signature of the
No as: Street Play, group activity: writing, directing, Place of prepared Hours Extension Work
. songs, poster, allocution, (Save Food, Child performing, music or performance Yes / No Teacher
speech lessons etc. Labor, singing, poster designing, (College /
Environment, painting etc. Community)
Pollution, women
empowerment etc.)
1. 10/09/2023 Janmanshtami celebration Celebration with Volunteer Lower parel No 5
Unprivileged
children
2. 27/10/2023 Value vault x Rotract Nestle Volunteer College No 6

3. 02/12/2023 Second term training at election literacy Volunteer Kalian No 5

university university
4. 17/12/2923 Mangroves cleanup Climate change Volunteer Airoli No 7

5. 2/02/2024 Second term trainng Project work Volunteer Online No 6

program
6. 21/02/2024 Workshop on yoga zumba Health Volunteer Dadar No 5
and detoxification
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 Details of the activities attended by you performed at college or community level:

No. of No of Hours
Sr. Yes /
Name of the Activity Date Place / Location Topic / Subject Participated as Participa
No No
nts
i Exhibition YES 22/02/2024 Hinduja College CP Exhibition Volunteer 30 10
ii Seminar, Talk, Speeches 12/09/2023 Hinduja college Seminar on Volunteer 135 4
Youth &
02/11/2023 Google Meet Democracy Volunteer 90 2
08/11/2023 Hinduja college Webinar on Self Volunteer 150 5
Health
10/11/2023 Google Meet Seminar on Volunteer 90 2
Mental Health
07/12/2023 Google Meet Awareness Volunteer 90 2
Webinar on
11/01/2023 Hinduja college Breast Cancer Volunteer
Awareness 100 4
Webinar on
Women getting
Foothold in
electoral
process
Workshop on
‘Voter ID
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Creation’
iii Visits 10/09/2023 Mahalaxmi Old age home Volunteer 70 5
visit
iv Street Play 12 2

v Competitions held such as YES 06/09/2023 Google forms Quiz on World Volunteer 80 2
Elocution, Rangoli, Poster Making, suicide
Street Play, Quiz, Debate, Essay, 15/09/2023 Hindi diwas preventation Volunteer 50 2
Craft Making, etc. 8/10/2023 Google forms day Volunteer 80 2
18/11/2023 Google forms Essay and Volunteer
28/11/2023 Google forms poetry writing Volunteer 80 3
YES 03/02/2023 Google forms Quiz on Indian Volunteer 80 2
Air Force Day 90 2
Rangoli &
Mandala Art
YES Quiz on World
AIDS Day
YES Quiz on World
Cancer Day
vi Interview 12/12/2024 2 People Career Volunteer 82 10
15/12/2024 Roadmap
vii Any other Activity
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Essay Writing on social issues/ Additional Information you

may wish to share with us for improvement.
SAVE FOOD
Food waste is a significant global issue that demands urgent attention due to its far-reaching
consequences on the environment, society, and economy. Defined as the discarding or loss of food
throughout the supply chain, from production to consumption, food waste represents a profound
inefficiency in our food systems. Despite the abundance of food resources, a staggering amount is
wasted each year, exacerbating environmental degradation, perpetuating food insecurity, and
imposing economic burdens on both producers and consumers.

At the heart of the problem lies a complex web of factors contributing to food waste. Agricultural
practices often prioritize cosmetic standards over sustainability, leading to the rejection of perfectly
edible produce based on appearance alone. Inadequate infrastructure and inefficient distribution
systems further exacerbate the problem, resulting in spoilage and loss during transportation and
storage. Moreover, changing consumer preferences and the rise of convenience culture have also
played a significant role in exacerbating food waste.

In the consumer phase, purchasing habits, portion sizes, and misunderstanding of expiration dates
all contribute to unnecessary food waste. Similarly, retail practices, such as overstocking and strict
sell-by dates, perpetuate a culture of disposability, where perfectly edible food is needlessly
discarded.

The impact of food waste extends far beyond the realms of environmental degradation.
Environmentally, food waste contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbates land and water
usage, and accelerates biodiversity loss. Socially, it perpetuates food insecurity and exacerbates
inequalities in access to nutritious food. Economically, food waste represents a significant loss for
producers, who invest resources in growing and harvesting food that never reaches the consumer,
and for consumers, who face increased costs due to inefficiencies in the supply chain.

Addressing food waste requires a multifaceted approach that addresses its root causes at every level
of the supply chain. Improving agricultural practices to prioritize sustainability over cosmetic
standards can reduce the amount of food left unharvested in the fields. Investing in infrastructure
and transportation systems to minimize spoilage during distribution can prevent unnecessary losses
before food reaches the market. Educating consumers about proper storage techniques, portion
sizes, and the true meaning of expiration dates can empower individuals to make more informed
choices and reduce household waste. Similarly, reforming retail practices to reduce overstocking
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and implement more flexible labeling can prevent perfectly edible food from being needlessly
discarded.

In conclusion, addressing food waste is essential to achieving a more sustainable and equitable food
system. By understanding the root causes of food waste and implementing targeted strategies to
mitigate its impact, we can reduce environmental degradation, alleviate food insecurity, and
promote economic resilience. Through collective action and individual responsibility, we have the
power to transform our relationship with food and create a future where waste is minimized, and
resources are used more efficiently for the benefit of all.

Please answer all the questions and give details as asked in this file. Type
information in detail in this file and attach pdf document of this file to the link
provided by your Extension Work Teacher.