2024 - Batch -1 : Empowering Safety: A Comprehensive Look at Women's Security 

Location : Government Girls Higher Secondary. School. Thirunallar, Karaikal

Empowering Safety: Women’s Security Awareness Program 

The Department of Computer Science of Arignar Anna Government Arts and Science College, Karaikal organized a women’s safety awareness program at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Thirunallar on 04.03.2026. The program focused on educating students about women’s safety, digital security, and the importance of community support. The session explained how technology, awareness, and responsible actions can help prevent unsafe situations. Students also learned about important emergency helpline numbers, safety apps, and ways to stay alert in daily life. The program encouraged everyone to work together to create a safer society for women.

Key Points

Importance of Women’s Safety

• Women’s safety is a basic human right.

• Safety includes physical, digital, and emotional security.

• Society must work together to ensure safe environments.

Daily Safety Tips

• Stay alert to surroundings while travelling.

• Plan routes before going out.

• Avoid isolated and poorly lit areas.

• Share location with trusted people when needed.

Campus Safety

• Walk in groups when possible.

• Report suspicious activities.

• Secure personal belongings like bags and laptops.

Technology for Safety

• Use safety apps like Karai Kavalan SOS App to report incidents.

• Smartphones help in communication and location sharing.

Important Helpline Numbers

• 181 – Women Helpline for counseling and support.

• 1091 – Women in distress police helpline.

• 112 – National emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance.

• 1930 – Cybercrime helpline for online financial fraud.

Key Message

• Awareness and preparedness help prevent danger.

• Technology and community support improve safety.

• Small actions can create a safer society for women.

2023 - Batch 1,2 & 3 : Online Scam, Cyber Security and  Food Safety Awareness Program

1. Online Scam Awareness Program 

Objective of the Program:

The program aims to raise awareness about online financial scams—especially those involving UPI, GPay, OTPs, and digital money transfers—through an interactive and gamified approach. By simulating real-world scenarios in a fun, engaging format, the session equips participants with practical skills to identify and avoid scams.

Target Audience:

• Self  Help Groups

• Parents and homemakers

• Working professionals

• Senior citizens

3. Mode of Delivery:

• Venue:  SSN-Nedungadu and  Mano Mahal, Neravy

• Date : 27.03.2025 and 28.03.2025

• Mode: Hybrid (can be adapted to physical or virtual setup)

• Duration: 2 hours

Materials Prepared:

• Printed scenario cards or digital slides

• Fake scam message screenshots

• Scoreboard and badges
  
  

Gameplay Overview:

• Participants divided into small teams

• Each team takes turns solving scam-related situations

• Correct answers earn points; wrong moves come with “money loss”

• Bonus round: Spot phishing and fake links in screenshots
  
  

Sample Rounds (Expanded):

1. The Fake UPI Refund – A scammer asks for UPI PIN claiming a refund is stuck.

2. The QR Code Trap – You are asked to scan a QR to "receive" money.

3. Job Offer from Abroad – You’re asked to pay a registration fee upfront.

4. GPay Reward Link – Suspicious link from unknown source claims you’ve won money.

5. The Family Emergency – A hacker pretends to be a relative needing urgent money.
   
   

Skit / Role Play Content:

Title: “Don’t Pay the Price, Think Twice”
A short play where:

• One person gets tricked by a scammer asking for OTP

• Another learns about fake job messages

• The victim reports the incident and educates others
  
  

Awareness Materials Distributed:

• Pamphlets with “Dos and Don’ts” of UPI/GPay/OTP usage

• Stickers or posters with slogans:

“Think Before You Click”
“Your OTP is Yours Only”
“Scammers Don’t Wear Masks!”

• Link to Government Cybercrime portal: https://cybercrime.gov.in

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