Eco Club

The Eco Club at Madras School of Social Work is a vibrant platform for students who are passionate about environmental sustainability and ecological awareness. Rooted in the core values of social responsibility, the club works towards promoting green practices within and beyond the campus. It nurtures an environmental ethic among students, encouraging them to become eco-conscious citizens who advocate for sustainable living.

The Eco Club functions as a student-led initiative guided by faculty coordinators, aiming to instill a sense of ownership, responsibility, and innovation in environmental stewardship.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ECO CLUB

  1. To promote environmental awareness among students through experiential learning.
  2. To initiate and support green practices within the campus like waste management, tree planting, and water conservation.
  3. To create a platform for dialogue and action on climate change, pollution, and ecological justice.
  4. To encourage student-led eco-initiatives in line with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  5. To collaborate with local NGOs and government bodies for impactful community outreach and environmental programs.

ECO CLUB COMMITTEE COMPRISES OF:

  • Faculty Coordinator – Dr. Soundarya T, B.Sc., Psychology
  • President – Ms. Tejasvi Suresh, I Year B.Sc., Psychology
  • General Secretary – Ms. Anamika. P, I Year B.Sc., Psychology
  • Treasurer – Ms. S. Shriwanthi Athreyi, I Year B.Sc., Psychology

Co-ordinator’s Desk

Dear Students,

In a time when our planet is facing unprecedented ecological challenges, your voice and action matter more than ever. The Eco Club is more than just a student group—it’s a movement. A movement towards conscious living, compassionate thinking, and collective responsibility. As the Coordinator, I warmly invite you to be part of this green journey. Let us learn, act, and inspire together—because protecting the Earth begins with us.

Let’s grow greener, together!

Dr. Soundarya T,

BSC Psychology,

Coordinator, Eco Club,
Madras School of Social Work.

Activities

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2025–2026

Activity Description Tentative Date
Green Campus Drive Inauguration of Eco Club for the academic Year 2025-2026. Saturday, 30 August 2025
Swachh Campus Initiative Clean-up drive and waste audit on campus. Friday, 12 September 2025
Field Visit to Adyar Eco Park Guided educational trip to Adyar Eco Park for biodiversity observation. Friday, 19 September 2025
Eco Talks Guest lecture on “Sustainable Living: From Awareness to Action.” Friday, 21 November 2025
Beach Clean-Up Drive – Marina Community outreach and coastal cleanup in collaboration with local NGOs. Saturday, 22 November 2025
Eco Fest ‘Prithvi’ 2026 Inter-departmental green fest with competitions, stalls, and exhibitions. Friday, 27 February 2026
Outreach: Miyawaki Forest Visit Visit to a community Miyawaki forest to study rapid afforestation model. Friday, 06 March 2026

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Soundarya

Dr. Soundarya T

Assistant Professor

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