Policy on addressing Poverty
Policy Adopted in: 2011
Last Updated in: 2022
Application
This Policy applies to all the people below poverty line in the campus.
Purpose
- To address poverty and ensure steps are effective and address the unique needs of the university's population.
- Regular evaluation and adaptation of the strategies below will be essential to gauge their impact and make necessary adjustments.
Policy
The University ensures to play a crucial role to involve stakeholders such as students, faculty, staff, and local communities in the development and implementation of policy to reduce poverty and ensure steps are effective and address the unique needs of the university's population.
Financial Aid Programs:
Establishment of need-based scholarships and grants to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Creation of a transparent and accessible application process for financial aid.
Regular review and update of financial aid offerings to meet the evolving needs of students.
Work-Study Opportunities:
Develop on-campus work-study programs that allow students to earn money while gaining valuable work experience.
Collaborate with local businesses to create off-campus work-study opportunities.
Community Outreach and Partnerships:
Collaboration with local communities and NGOs to identify and support students in need.
Establishment of partnerships with businesses for internship opportunities and potential employment for students after their higher studies.
Skill Development and Training:
Offer skill development and vocational training programs to enhance students' employability.
Provide career counseling services to help students make informed choices about their academic and professional paths.
Basic Needs Support:
Identification of students struggling with basic needs such as housing, food, and healthcare, and provide support services.
Establishment of a food bank to address food insecurity among students.
Technology Access:
Ensure that all students and faculty have access to necessary technology for academic purpose. This involves providing laptops and internet access.
Mental Health Support:
Provide counseling sessions as we recognize the potential mental health challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students and faculty.
Research and Data Collection:
Conduct regular surveys and assessments to understand the economic backgrounds and challenges faced by the population of the university.Data is continually used to refine and improve poverty reduction initiatives.
Faculty and Staff Training:
Train faculty and staff to be aware of the challenges faced by students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and to provide appropriate support.
Advocacy and Awareness:
University advocates for policies at the state and national levels that support higher education accessibility for economically disadvantaged students.