126th Annual Report 2012-13

2012-13YOUNG MEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION THRISSUR

126th

Annual Report &Audited Accounts

126th Annual Report 2012-13

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Young Men’s Christian Association Thrissur(Registered under Travancore Cochin Literary, Scientific, Charitable Societies Act XII of1955 & Affiliated to the National Council of YMCAs of India)YMCA Tower, Palace Road, Thrissur, Kerala – 680020Email: [email protected] | website: www.ymcathrissur.org

PRESIDENTDr. Justin George

VICE-PRESIDENTMathew Mampilly

TREASURERFrancis Kurian Attokaren

DIRECTORSDr. T.T. Paul

Raphel VadakkanP.M. JoseLeo Louis

Devassy Thomas KollannurFrancis Chandy

Adv. Davies J. ChirammelJames Paul Valappila

George Jacob

GENERAL SECRETARYJ Paul Zachariah

Administrative OfficeYMCA ThrissurYMCA Tower, Palace RoadThrissur, Kerala – 680020Ph: 0487-2331190Email: [email protected]

YMCA International Guest HouseYMCA Tower,Palace Road, ThrissurKerala – 680020Ph: 0487-2331190Mob: 096 33 178 888Email: [email protected]

YMCA International CentreCheenikadavu,Kannara PO, ThrissurKerala – 680652Mob: 094 95 333 010Email: [email protected]

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The President’s MessageDear Members and Friends,

I greet you all with joy and gratitude as we move over from yetanother eventful and glorious year for the YMCA. I consider itGod’s grace that I could sit in the chair, as the President of theYoung Men’s Christian Association Thrissur. Men with a mightyheart and an indomitable spirit gave their all to build a strongfoundation to ensure that this organization would stand the testof time. At this time I fondly pay my respects to all theMembers of the YMCA who departed from us during this reporting year.

As I reach the end of my term as the President of this esteemed organization, I fondlylook back at the past one year in office. There have been challenges and there havebeen opportunities as well. In all, I am extremely thankful to the Lord Almighty forenabling me to face each situation with confidence.

The YMCA being one big versatile team with a common mission, I am deeply thankful tothe Members of the Board for their support and guidance during the past year. I am alsohappy that the work of our International Convention and Youth Centre at Kannara isprogressing well. I express my profound gratitude to Sri. Jose Chiriankandath, a doyenof one of the most reputed business families of Thrissur and also our member, forsponsoring the main hall at our Convention Centre. The hall shall henceforth be calledC.J.Palu Memorial Hall in honour of his late father.

During the past year we had initiated many new social projects, importantly the TribalEducation Project and the Education Scholarship Project for Children with HIV/AIDS. Ithank the Chairmen and the Members of our different Standing Committees for theirenthusiastic efforts in conducting the different programs of our YMCA. I also thank theChief Guests, guests, participants, volunteers and delegates of our various programs. Aspecial word of thanks goes to the various sponsors and facilitators of our programs. Iam also happy to say that this year we have embarked on a new path by strengtheningInternational relations. We hope to develop volunteer and exchange programs with theYMCAs of Germany and the YMCA of Ajman has partnered with us for the TribalEducation Project.

In conclusion, let me share a thought with you. The world that we live in has not yettorn down all the narrow walls of segregation. The world that we live in has not yetgiven meaning and dignity to womanhood. The world that we live in, still ignores thecries of the bonded and oppressed sub-altern. When you are a member of the YMCA youare part of a global family of men, women and children who strive to give meaning tothe existence of human beings. We may be an Indian national but we are also globalcitizens; we may be of a particular religious persuasion but our vision is ecumenical; wemay have different ways of life but we are all united in one mission.

Thank you all once again.

Sd/-Dr. Justin George


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The Annual Report for the Year 2012-13

On behalf of the Board of Directors of YMCA Thrissur I am happy to present to you theAnnual Report for the year 2012-13 and the Audited Balance Sheet and FinancialStatement for FY ending 31st March 2013.

1. The 125th Annual General Body Meeting and Elections

The 125th Annual General Meeting (AGM), presided over by our President Mr.P.M.Josewas held on 15th September, 2012 at our conference hall at the YMCA Tower on PalaceRoad, from 4.00 pm onwards. The other officials at the presidium were Vice PresidentMr. Mathew Mampilly, General Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah and Treasurer Mr.Francis Kurian Attokaren. The meeting opened with the YMCA Prayer led by Mr.Abhilash Varghese, our Uni-Y President. Following the prayer, the AGM observed aminute of silence to mark its respect and pay homage to the honourable members –K. R. Thomas, C.D. Davy, Joseph George Earali and O.T. Lazar - who departed duringthe reporting period.

The formal welcome to all present at the AGM was given by our Vice-President Mr.Mathew Mampilly. The Minutes of the 124th AGM held on 14th October, 2011 waspresented by the General Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah which was passed by theAGM after being proposed by Adv. Sunny Joseph and seconded by Mr. Jose Thettayil.

The President, Mr. P.M. Jose in his presidential address first of all expressed hissincere gratitude to all the members of YMCA Thrissur for their support and confidencein him. He also expressed his thanks to the Members of the Board of Directors, YMCAMembers and the Staff for their co-operation and whole-hearted support. He alsobriefed the AGM about the progress of the second phase of the construction of YMCAInternational Convention Centre at Cheenikadavu, Kannara. He said that the main hallwould be ready to be rented out by October 2012. The hard work and diligence of Sri.Joy George Chiriyankandath in supervising the construction of the Convention Centreby visiting the site every morning was specially mentioned and extolled by thePresident. The President exhorted all members to join hands to achieve the nobleendeavours of Thrissur YMCA. He said that the Thrissur YMCA with the most numberof members in India has a special place and is on the path of achieving greater things.

The Annual Report for the year 2011-12 was presented by the General Secretary Mr. JPaul Zachariah and it was passed by the AGM after being proposed by Adv. SunnyJoseph and seconded by Mr. Thomas Kollannur. The Audited Accounts of FY 2011-12was presented by the Treasurer Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren and was passed by theAGM after being proposed by Mr. Leo Louis and seconded by Mr. George Jacob.

Mr. Biju P.S of M/s Biju George and Associates were proposed as the Auditors for FY2012-13 by Mr. Devassy Thomas Kollannur and seconded by Mr. Leo Louis. The


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remuneration of the auditors was fixed as Rs.7,000/- and it was approved passed bythe AGM.

The President announced that there were no counter nominations to fill the vacancies inthe Board of Directors. As such the AGM elected and approved the four namesnominated by the Nomination Committee. Consecutively the President declared thefollowing as elected and appointed them as Members of the Board of Directors for theterm 2012-2015-

Mr. Raphel Vadakken Er. Francis Chandy Mr. James Paul Valappila Mr. George Jacob (Geo)

The Proposal for decision on sending Annual Report and Audited Balance Sheet andAccounts in Electronic form was proposed by Adv. T.T. Devy and seconded by Mr. BejoJ. Thattil. As part of the Green Initiative in Corporate Governance the Ministry ofCorporate Affairs vide circular nos 17/2011 dated April 21, 2011 and 18/2011 haspermitted sending of notices/documents including notice of AGM, Balance Sheet, Profitand Loss Account, Auditor’s Report, Director’s Report etc in electronic form. In the lightof the above, the following resolution was passed and accepted by the AGM.

“YMCA Thrissur shall send the Annual Report and Balance Sheet hence forth inelectronic form by email to members and the same shall also be displayed on thewebsite of YMCA Thrissur (www.ymcathrissur.org). However the notice for the AGMshall be sent by post. All requirements of the aforesaid reports will be duly compliedwith.”

The President announced the formation of a Constitution Revision Committee to revisethe Constitution and Bye-Laws of YMCA Thrissur according to the Constitution of theNational Council of YMCAs of India. The AGM approved the formation of thisCommittee which shall present the revised constitution at the next AGM in 2013. Mr.Sebi Irimpan was appointed as the Chairman and Mr. John Paul Mannukadan, Adv.Anto Davis Akkara, Adv. Reji Davis and Adv. Jose George were appointed asmembers.

No other written questions or queries were received from the members. The Vote ofThanks was proposed by the General Secretary Mr. J. Paul Zachariah who speciallythanked the members for being present inspite of the hartal called by a political party.

The 125th Annual General Meeting concluded with the National Anthem. A total of 40members were present for the AGM.


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2. Board of DirectorsThe Members of the Board of Directors for the year 2012-13 were the following personswith the General Secretary as ex-officio member of the Board.

1. Dr. Justin George2. Mr. Mathew Mampilly3. Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren4. Dr. T.T. Paul5. Mr. Raphel Vadakkan6. Mr. P.M. Jose7. Mr. Leo Louis8. Mr. Devassy Thomas9. Er. Francis Chandy10. Adv. Davies J. Chirammel11. Mr. James Paul Valappila12. Mr. George Jacob (Geo Kattukaran)

3. Office BearersThe newly constituted Board of Directors at its first meeting on 19th September, 2012after the AGM elected the Office Bearers for the year 2012-13. Whereas, Mr. J. PaulZachariah continues as the General Secretary who shall serve full time.

President : Dr. Justin George Vice-President: Mr. Mathew Mampilly Treasurer : Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren Gen.Secretary: Mr. J Paul Zachariah

4. Standing Committees and ChairmenThe Chairmen of the Standing Committees were appointed by the President inconsultation with the Board. The Committees and the Chairmen were as follows -

1) Personnel & Administration : Mr. Mathew Mampilly2) Finance, Tax & Audit Affairs : Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren3) Social Action : Dr. T.T. Paul4) Media and Communication : Mr. Raphel Vadakkan5) Christian Emphasis : Mr. P.M. Jose6) Ecumenical Action : Mr. Leo Louis7) Youth Work : Mr. Devassy Thomas Kollannur8) Technical Advisory : Mr. Francis Chandy9) Sports and Games : Adv. Davis J Chirammel10) Program : Mr. James Paul Valappilla11) Memberships : Mr. George Jacob(Geo)

We also had the following persons as Vice Chairmen for two committees –1) Mr. Pius Alapatt : Finance, Tax and Audit Affairs2) Mr. Sebi Irimpan : Personnel & Administration


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5. AuditorsMr. Biju P.S of M/s Biju George and Associates were the Statutory Auditors for FY2012-13. We have also appointed a concurrent auditor from April 2013 onwards.

6. Constitution Revision CommitteeThe 125th AGM had approved the formation of a Constitution Revision Committee whichshall present the revised constitution at the 126th AGM this year (2013). This committeeshall revise the Constitution and Bye-Laws of YMCA Thrissur according to theConstitution of the National Council of YMCAs of India. The following persons were theCommittee Members –

Chairman : Mr. Sebi IrimpanMembers : Er. John Paul Mannukadan

: Adv. Anto Davis Akkara: Adv. Reji Davis Parappilly: Adv. Jose George

7. Editorial Board of ‘YMCA News Thrissur’Dr. T.T. Paul continues as the Editor and Mr.Junie Paul Zachariah continues as thePrinter and Publisher of our official newsletter titled ‘YMCA News Thrissur.’ TheMembers of the Board of Editors were Dr. Justin George (President), Mr. MathewMampilly (Vice-President), Mr. Raphel Vadakkan (Chairman of the Media &Communications Committee), and Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren (Treasurer).

8. Membership StrengthAs on 1.09.2012 As on 1.09.2013

Full Members (Life) 736 781Full Members (Ordinary) 373 370Associate Members (Life) 81 87Associate Members (Ordinary) 3 3

9. ObituaryWith a fond remembrance of their involvement with the activities of YMCA, we payhomage to these departed persons who were members of the YMCA. Our deepestcondolences go with the bereaved families.

T.J. Andrews (LA/05)

P.G Ousepachan (LO/05)

Jos C Chacko (LJ/49)

A.J. Pavoo (LP/18)

Adv. K.B. Veerachandra Menon (LAV/02)


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10. PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

Family Meet 2012The Family Meet 2012 was held on 16th September at the YMCA International

Centre at Kannara under the concerted leadership of the then Program committeeChairman Dr. Justin George and presided by then President Mr. P.M. Jose. Thewelcome address was given by Dr. Justin George Vote-of-thanks by the GeneralSecretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah.

At the Family Meet the YMCA Awards of Academic Excellence were handed over to thedeserving children of YMCA Members by the President and other Members of theBoard. After the formal function we had entertainment programs and dinner for thefamilies of our members and other invited guests.

Family Sports Meet 2012The Family Sport Meet 2012 was also held on the same day of the Family Meet

at the International Centre. The Chairman of the Sports and Games Committee Mr.Pius Alapatt and his team conducted and supervised the sports meet. YMCA Memberswith their spouses and kids took part in the games and other activities. Prizes to thewinners were distributed by then President Mr. P.M. Jose.

YWCA/YMCA Week of Prayer and World Fellowship 2012The 138th YWCA/YMCA Week of Prayer and World Fellowship with the theme

“Violence will not have the last word: Working for change that respects rights anddignity,” was held from November 11-17, 2012 across various venues. The openingceremony was presided over by our President Dr. Justin George who also inauguratedthe Week of Prayer. The President of YWCA Thrissur, Mrs. Mariamma Abrahamwelcomed the gathering and the Chairman of the YMCA Christian EmphasisCommittee, Mr. P.M. Jose gave the Vote-of-Thanks.

The venue, speakers and topics covered for each day were as follows –Day 1 – YWCA Hall - Mr. Georgy Ommen (Principal, LIC Divisional Training Centre)- “Peace with Justice”

Day 2 – Chaldean College - Prof. N.N Gokuldas (Chief Resource Person, YMCAHIV/AIDS Awareness Project) – “Family and Reproductive Health and Rights and HIV”Day 3 – YWCA Hall - Rev.Fr. Varghese Abraham (Vicar, St.Thomas Orthodox Church,Chembukavu) – “Family Violence”Day 4 – Marthoma Girls H.S.School – Prof. N.N. Gokuldas – “Climate Change andWomen’s Rights”Day 5 – YWCA Hall – Dr.Sr. Jincy Othottil (Principal, Chaldean College, Thrissur) –“Harmful Traditional Practices”Day 6 – Chaldean Syrian H.S.School - Mrs. Pearly Jos (National Vice-Chairperson,National Council of Churches in India) – “Prevention to Violence against vulnerablegroups”Day 7 – YMCA Hall – Prof. K.M. Francis (Vice-Principal, St. Thomas College, Thrissur)– “The Weapon of Peace”


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The closing ceremony was held on the last day at the YMCA Hall where His Grace Dr.Mar Aprem Metropolitan was the Chief Guest. The ceremony was presided by ourPresident Dr. Justin George. Our Vice-President, Mr. Mathew Mampilly welcomed thecongregation and the President of YWCA Thrissur, Mrs. Mariamma Abraham gave thevote-of-thanks. Members and well wishers of the YMCA and YWCA attended theprogram which was a blessing to all. And it was notable that Mr. Jojo C. Jacob, ourmember and Ms. Neenet Rose, daughter of our member Mr. Johnson Alapatt renderedmelodious songs at the ceremony.

This year was also special as it was the 50th year that H.G. Dr. Mar Aprem had beenparticipating in the YWCA/YMCA Week of Prayer. The Most Reverend Dr. Mar Apremhad first attended the Week of Prayer when he had just joined the clergy of the Churchof the East 50 years ago. Since then His Grace has participated in the Week of Prayerevery year in Thrissur or in other places. A memento to mark this occasion was givenby Mrs. Mariamma Abraham on behalf of the YWCA and YMCA of Thrissur.

The Seventh Ecumenical Christmas Carol CompetitionThe Seventh Edition of the YMCA Ecumenical Christmas Carol Competition was

held on 22nd December, 2012 at the YMCA Hall. The Chief Guest for the program wasDr. Fr. Paul Poovathingal, Director of Chetana Music College, Thrissur who inauguratedthe event by cutting a Christmas cake. Our past President, Mr. Sebi Irimpan gave thewelcome speech at the gathering and our President Dr. Justin George presided.

The winners of the competition were the Mar Aprem Church, Chelakottukara who wonthe Christunes Ever Rolling Trophy and cash prize of Rs.5001. The First Runners-upwere team YMCA Mannuthy and the Second Runners-up were the All Saints CSIChurch, Thrissur. Consolation Prizes were awarded to Mar Narsai Church, Nadatharaand the Mar Adhai Sleeha Church, Paravattani. We congratulate all the winners andparticipants for their efforts.

The prizes were distributed by the Chief Guest Dr. Fr. Paul Poovathingal and ourDirector and Past President Mr. P.M. Jose gave the vote-of-thanks. The master ofceremony was Dr. J.S Nivin and the judges of the competition were – Mr. JimmyMathew, Mr. C.J. John and Mr. Jacob Chengalai. The program was conducted by theEcumenical Action Committee under the Chairmanship of Mr. Leo Louis.

All Kerala Children’s Painting Competition 2012The All Kerala Children’s Painting Competition jointly conducted by Balarama,

YMCA and Kerala State Disaster Management Authority was held on 13th October,2012 all over Kerala. The centre for Thrissur YMCA was, as usual, the Academic Blockof St. Thomas College. The competition was inaugurated by renowned artist Sri.Nandan Pillai. The competition was supervised by our President Dr. Justin George, theProgram Committee Chairman Mr. James Paul Valappila, Members of the Board andMembers of the Program Committee. The volunteers of the Uni-Y were present to co-ordinate the event.


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The unit level prize distribution ceremony was held on 10th November, 2012 at theYMCA Hall. The Chief Guest was noted play-back singer Mr. Anoop Sanker whoinaugurated the ceremony and gave away the prizes. Our President Dr. Justin Georgepresided and our Vice President Mr. Mathew Mampilly gave felicitations. The welcomespeech was given by the Program Committee Chairman Mr. Mathew Mampilly and thevote-of-thanks was proposed by the General Secretary Mr. J. Paul Zachariah.

The Ever-rolling Trophy “Art-piece” and cash prize was again bagged by theParamekavu Vidyamandir for sending the most number of students to participate in thecompetition.

The Judges of the Competition were senior students of the Govt. College of Fine Arts –Ms. Seles K. Babu, Mr. Sudheesh K.U and Mr. Anoopkumar P.N.

YMCA World Challenge – Hoop Springs EternalOn October the 13th, 2012, the Thrissur YMCA joined other sister YMCA units

across the globe to celebrate the eternal spirit of the YMCA through the ‘YMCA WorldChallenge.’ The theme of the program was ‘Hoop Springs Eternal.’ This program wasorganized by the World Alliance of YMCAs with the patronage of UNESCO and FIBA(International Basket Ball Federation). About 100 youth from our YMCA participated inthis program where the main objective was to successfully shoot basket-balls. This wasalso attempted with the aim of a Guiness World Record where the most number ofpeople from around the world would shoot basket-balls in a single day.

The participants, who wore the YMCA T-Shirts and were on motor-bikes, proceededtowards the YMCA International Youth Centre at Kannara where it had been arrangedto shoot basket-balls. The youth started from Thrissur in a motor bike rally which wasflagged-off by the Inspector General of Police of Thrissur Range, Mr. Gopinath IPS.

On arrival at the Youth Centre at Kannara, the netting of basket-balls was inauguratedby H.G Mar Awgin Kuriakose. He also encouraged the YMCA to be the change agentsfor peace and youth empowerment. The program was organized by the Sports andGames Committee of the YMCA under the Chairmanship of Adv. Davis J. Chirammel.Our President Dr.Justin George and other members of the Board were present on theoccasion.

National Youth Day and Inauguration of YMCA Youth WeekThe Thrissur YMCA hosted the Regional Youth Week inauguration and

observance of the National Youth on January 12, 2013. The program was inauguratedby Sri. P.C. Chacko, the Honorable MP of Thrissur. The Metropolitan of the AssyrianChurch of East, H.G Dr. Mar Aprem delivered the Blessing Speech and the RegionalChairman Mr. Lebi Philip Mathew presided. Our President Dr.Justin George, theChairperson of the Regional Youth Work Committee Mrs. Kumari Kurias, Uni-YRegional Chairman Sony Mathews, UniY Thrissur President Mr.Jojo C. Jacob andRegional Development Secretary Mr. Saiju Varghese addressed the gathering.


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The program had begun earlier with a seminar on ‘Youth Empowerment for Justice andPeace’ led by Dr. Niji Justin, a reknowned counselor and consultant Gynecologist.Youth and students from different colleges and church youth groups participated in theseminar and the official program. This program was organized by the Regional YouthCommittee and the Youth Work Committee of YMCA Thrissur.

Blessing of Board Room at International CentreThe Blessing of the Board Room at the International Centre at Kannara was

held in August 2012 by Fr. Sebi Puthur (Vicar, St.Joseph’s Church Kannara) and Fr.Eldho (Vicar, St.Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church) in the presence of the PresidentMr.P.M. Jose, Vice-President Mr. Mathew Mampilly, Treasurer Mr. Francis KurianAttokaren, Members of the Board and other invited guests.

11. INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

German YMCA Officials Visit ThrissurAs our YMCA grows and expands its activities and programs, it is only essential

that our members, especially the youth, get an international exposure in relation to theYMCA. An international partnership with sister YMCAs in a different country wouldenhance the skills and give opportunities for international exposure for our youth. Weexpressed our interest for a partnership to the officials of the German YMCAs whoalready had a very good working relation with many Indian YMCAs. Heeding to ourrequest, top officials from the CVJM Germany (YMCAs of Germany) visited the YMCAThrissur and had a discussion with our President and other Members of Board on thepossibilities of an international partnership between the YMCA Thrissur and CVJMGermany. The CVJM Officials were Mr. Berthold Messinger, Head of the InternationalDepartment of the National Council of German YMCAs and Mr. Eric from the CVJMNord-deutschland Region. The Kerala Regional Secretary Mr.K.P. John was alsopresent. The discussions were mainly on three points - International Youth Exchange;YMCA based Alternative Tourism Program; YMCA as facilitators for an inter-government (city to city) co-operation on matters like waste management. Thediscussions were constructive and it was agreed to have further discussions on theissues.

The German officials also visited the YMCA International Convention and Youth Centrethat we are building at Kannara. The officials appreciated our efforts in the growth of theYMCA. Our President Dr.Justin George, Vice-President Mr. Mathew Mampilly,Treasurer Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren, Social Action Committee Chairman Dr.T.T.Paul, Youth Work Committee Chairman Mr. Devassy Thomas Kollannur and GeneralSecretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah participated in the discussions.

Exposure visit of student from YMCA University in GermanyThe YMCA University of Applied Sciences is a premier institution offering

courses in social work and social management. The university is located in Kassel,Germany. A student of the university Ms. Rebecca Pfenning visited our YMCA as a partof their exposure visit to India to study the work of the YMCA in a developing country.


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She interacted with the members of our Uni-Y, visited the various organizations withwhom YMCA works in close relationship and also called on the President Dr. JustinGeorge.

12. OBSERVANCE OF SPECIAL DAYS

World AIDS Day 2012The World AIDS Day 2012 was observed in a small way this year at the YMCA

where the members of our Board were present. Though we have partnered with theDMO for a grand program, it was cancelled due to the sudden demise of India’s formerPrime Minister Sri.I.K. Gujral. The Social Action Committee Chairman Dr.T.T. Paulannounced that a special program for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS and their familymembers would be organized by the YMCA in March.

Republic Day 2013India’s 64th Republic Day was celebrated with all respects and jubilation by our

YMCA. Our President Dr. Justin George hoisted the national flag and addressed thegathering. He spoke on the importance of fostering a bond of national unity to keep incheck unruly elements from contaminating the minds of the young generation withviolent and fundamentalist thoughts. Our Directors, members and also well-wisherswere present on the occasion. Sweets were distributed to all those who were present.

Women’s Day 2013In a serene ceremony at the YMCA Hall, the members of the Uni-Y of Thrissur

YMCA observed the International Women's Day on March 8th. With a lit candle on onehand, the young men took an oath to "give meaning to the existence of women as amother, sister, daughter, friend and wife." They pledged to make a difference in the lifeof at least one woman who is less privileged than them.

The oath was dictated by Mr. Devassy Thomas Kollannur, Chairman of the Youth WorkCommittee of YMCA Thrissur and former National Board Member (U/30) of the YMCA.The YMCA President Dr. Justin George spoke on “youth as change agents” for theYMCA Mission. The Uni-Y President Mr. Jojo C. Jacob informed that they wouldorganize programs focusing on women and children. Members of the Board and theYouth Work Committee attended the ceremony.

Independence Day 2013India’s 67th Republic Day was celebrated with our President Dr. Justin George

hoisting the national flag at the YMCA Administrative office on Palace Road. OurDirectors, members and also well-wishers were present on the occasion and sweetswere distributed to all those who were present.


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13. SOCIAL PROJECTS

Project for Educational Empowerment of Tribal ChildrenThe objective of Project for Educational Empowerment of Tribal Children is to

support the education of the tribal children including boys and girls who would haveother-wise lived a life of seclusion and ignorance in their jungle hamlets. The programwill also help in the enhancement of their soft skills and open up chances of bettersocial integration. The program will enable the tribal children to avail resources forbooks, school stationary, uniforms, nutritious food and such necessary things thatwould ensure that they go on to successfully finish their high school. We propose toreach 28 children in the first year directly through this program and then 40 childrenover a period of 10 years, and shall see them through till class 12. These children areoriginally inhabitants of the tribal colonies of Kadapara and Thaliyakkal and are studyingin various schools in Kannara near our International Centre.

For this first year (2013-14) the YMCA of Ajman has offered to partner with usand has sponsored 28 children. Earlier the Vice-President of the Ajman YMCA Dr.Rajan Varghese visited the children at Kannara and appraised the project along withour former Presidents Dr. T.T. Paul and Mr. Sebi Irimpan. He also handed over the firstinstallment of their aid to the General Secretary. We are also in constantcommunication with Mr. Sajan Veloor, the President of Ajman YMCA, who wasinstrumental in their support for us. We are extremely thankful to all the members,Directors and office bearers of Ajman YMCA.

The project was officially launched by the MLA of Ollur Mr. M.P. Vincent, at asimple function held at YMCA Thrissur on August 10, 2013. The 28 children wereinvited to YMCA Thrissur and were handed new school bags, umbrellas, books andother essentials for school. The program was presided by our President Dr. JustinGeorge where Mr. Sebi Irimpan welcomed the children and other guests and theGeneral Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah gave the vote-of-thanks. Also present wereBro. Johnson, Director of Alvernia Boys Home, Fr. George, Director of the Sacred HeartHome, teachers of the AUPS Kannara, and YMCA Members and Directors.

Project for Educational Scholarship for Children with HIV/AIDSStarting from July this year, we have launched a program to give a monthly

educational scholarship to children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. This program isin co-operation with TNP+ (Trichur Network of Positive Persons) which is a self-helpgroup of People Living with HIV/AIDS. On July 20, 2013 the YMCA Team under Dr. T.T.Paul, the Chairman of YMCA Social Action Committee visited the office of the TNP+and handed over the official Letter indicating the launch of the program to the Presidentof TNP+. Also present were our Treasurer Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren, past PresidentMr. P.M. Jose and General Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah.


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14. HEALTH AND WELFARE

Support to People Living with HIV/AIDSAt a small program held at the YMCA, we handed over financial help to 15

persons living with HIV/AIDS that included women and children. This was part of theSocial Welfare Program organised by our Social Action Committee under Dr.T.T.Paul.The aid was handed over by Dr. George Kovoor, President of the Y’S Men’s Club ofTrichur. Our President Dr. Justin George in his Presidential Address outlined thedifferent social initiatives of YMCA Thrissur. Our Vice-President, Mr. Mathew Mampilly,Treasurer Mr. Franics Kurian Attokaren, Social Action Committee Chairman Dr.T.T.Paulwere present along with the Members of the Board.

Support to the Pain and Palliative Care Society of ThrissurAt a small program held at the YMCA, we handed over an amount as donation

in appreciation of their remarkable work to the Pain and Palliative Care Society (PPCS)of Thrissur. This was part of the Social Welfare Program organised by our Social ActionCommittee under Dr. T.T. Paul. The cheque was handed over to the Mr. K.P. Achuthan(Secretary of PPCS) by our President Dr. Justin George. Our Vice-President, Mr.Mathew Mampilly, Treasurer Mr. Franics Kurian Attokaren, Social Action CommitteeChairman Dr. T.T. Paul were present along with the Members of the Board. Alsopresent were Dr. Indira Gopinath (former Jt. Secretary, PPCS) and Prof. N.N. Gokuldas(Member, PPCS), representing the Pain and Palliative Care Society.

YMCA Zonal Health SeminarWas a pre-marital medical check-up to detect serious ailments a need? This

was the topic of discussion at the YMCA Zonal Health Seminar organized by the YMCARegional Board under the Chairmanship of our past president and Chairman of theYMCA Medical Board Dr. T.T. Paul. YMCA officials from the North Zone of the SouthWest India Region participated in this discussion. The sessions were led by Dr.Praveen, the Convener of the Regional Medical Board, and Prof. N.N. Gokuldas,Resource Person from KILA. The program was inaugurated by Mr. Lebi Philip Mathew,YMCA Regional Chairman and presided over by Dr. T.T. Paul, Chairman of the YMCARegional Medical Board. Our President Dr. Justin George, Regional Secretary Mr. K.P.John, and Regional Development Secretary Mr. Saiju Varghese also spoke at theseminar.

Medical Camp at ChavakkadA Coastal Medical Camp was conducted at the Swanthanatheeram Clinic at

Blangad Beach, Kadappuram panchayat,Chavakad on August 25, 2013. The Campwas inaugurated by the MLA of Guruvayoor Mr. Abdul Khader in the presence of thePanchayat President Mrs. Ramla Ashraff, who presided over the ceremony. TheChairpersons of the various Standing Committees, officials of the KadapuramPanchayat other guests and the local populace were also present. Officials of theYMCAs of Guruvayur, Kunnamkulam and Pavaratty were also present. The welcomespeech was given by Dr. T.T. Paul, Chairman of the Social Action Committee andformer President of YMCA Thrissur and the vote of thanks was delivered by Fr. PrincePoovathingal, Director of Social Action of the Arch-Diocese of Thrissur.


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The Camp was aimed to benefit the coastal community of the area and was organizedby the Social Action Committee of our YMCA in association with Social Action (Arch-Diocese of Trichur), Trichur Eye Hospital and Diabetes Centre and supported by TTDevassy & Sons Jewellers. The doctors for the camp were from the YMCA DoctorsForum, Trichur Eye Hospital and Diabetes Centre and Jubilee Mission Medical CollegeHospital (JMMCH), Thrissur. A team of para-medical staff from St. Joseph’s Hospitaland JMMCH and students from the St. Paul’s HSS formed the team of volunteerswhose service was utilized for the Camp. We had 7 consulting departments – GeneralMedicine, Dental, Paediatrics, Skin, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology and Diabetes. Allpatients were given free medicines.

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15. UNI-Y REPORT

Vande_mataram 2013The 8th All Kerala Inter-School Patriotic Song Competition called ‘Vande

Mataram 2013’ organized by the Thrissur Uni-Y was held at the YMCA Conference Hallon 14th August, 2013. The inaugural ceremony was presided by the Uni-Y President,Mr. Jojo C Jacob. On behalf of the Assistant City Police Commissioner of Thrissur Mrs.Chandan Choudhary IPS, the program was inaugurated by Mr. Ramachandran CI ofPolice, Thrissur West. The YMCA President Dr. Justin George gave the Key-Noteaddress and Vice-President Mr. Mathew Mampilly gave felicitations. The welcome wasgiven by Mr. Dalton Jose, Past Uni-Y President and the vote of thanks was given by Mr.Nandakumar B, Uni-Y Secretary. The judges of the competition were Mrs. LakshmiAsok, Mrs. Savitha Kiran and Fr. Martin Gabriel.

The winners of the Ever-rolling trophy were Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kolazhy. TheParamekavu Vidyamandir won the Second Prize and the Holy Family CG HS won theThird Prize. Consolation prizes were won by Devamatha CMI Public School, St. ClaresCGHS and St. Clares CGHSS. The Chief Guest for the Prize Distribution ceremony wasMr. P.V. Antony, DGM of the Catholic Syrian Bank Ltd. The official radio partners wereClub FM 104.8.

Uni-Y Inter-Regional Camp at KanyakumariThe Regional Camp of Uni-Y South West India Region was held in October 2013 at theYMCA Camp Centre, Kanyakumari. The Thrissur Uni-Y was represented by Mr. AlvinK.J and Mr. Anoop K.S.

Uni-Y Regional Conference at MaramomThe 36th Annual Regional Conference of Uni-Y South West India Region was

held in May 2013 at Maramon Retreat Centre. The Thrissur Uni-Y was represented byMr. Syamnath and Mr. Goutham Krishna.


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16. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

C.M. George AwardIn recognition of the exemplary and meritorious services rendered to YMCA Thrissur,Mr. Francis Kurian Attokaren has been conferred with the C.M. George Memorial Award2013.

Chammanam Devassy AwardThe Chammanam Devassy Memorial Award which is given in recognition andencouragement to the Best YMCA Worker has been conferred on Mr. Harikrishnan K.Mfor 2013.

17. PARTICIPATION IN YMCA CONFERENCES

National Board MeetingAt the National Board meeting held at Salem in September 2012, our YMCA

was represented by Mr. P.M. Jose, our Board Member and past President.

Resource Mobilisation Program of APAYWith the objective of enhancing the collective brand image of the YMCAs in

India and to equip the YMCA professionals and volunteers to raise resources forvarious social projects, the Asia Pacific Alliance of YMCAs (APAY) had organized twoseminars in India. The program for South India was held at Trivandrum YMCA were allaspects of resource mobilization was imparted to the delegates by the resourcepersons – Ms. Jamie Inman (YMCA Greenville, USA), Mr. Ron Coulumbe (YMCACanada), Ms. Eloisa Borreo (Executive Secretary, APAY), Mr. Jose Varghese (NationalSecretary for Movement Strengthening). Our General Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariahparticipated in this two day workshop and presented our project on Tribal EducationalEmpowerment. This project was ratified by our Board and we have implemented theproject starting from the Academic Year 2013-14 where about 40 tribal students wouldbe given aid to successfully finish their high school without dropping out.

National Consultation on YMCA Brand BuildingAs proposed in the National Strategic Plan, the National Council of YMCAs of

India organized a consultation on YMCA Branding on 24-26 May 2013 at YMCAInternational Centre, Ahmedabad, hosted by the Ahmedabad YMCA. The objective ofthe consultation that was attended by only select delegates of the Indian YMCA wasformulate a framework for building the branding and positioning strategy of the YMCAsin India. Our General Secretary Mr. J Paul Zachariah was also invited to attend theconsultation. The program was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Gujarat Mr.Narendra Modi in the presence of the YMCA National President Mr. Rolland Williams,National General Secretary Mr. John Varughese and the other National Office Bearersand guests.


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18. OUR MEMBERS IN IMPORTANT POSITIONS IN YMCAa. Dr. T.T. Paul - Chairman, Medical Board of YMCA South West India Region

b. Mr. P.M. Jose - Personal Committee Member of National Council of YMCAs

of India

c. Mr. Sebi Irimpan - Finance Committee Member of South West India Region

d. Mr. Bejo J Thattil - Convenor for Youth, Women and Children Concerns

Committee of Thrissur Sub-Region

19. THE ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF

The members of staff of YMCA Thrissur are the following persons -

Mr. J Paul Zachariah- General Secretary

Mr. Thomas C.V - Manager (Finance and Administration)

Mr. Tony Joseph - Manager (YMCA International Guest House)

Mr. Vibindas U.V - Accountant

Mr. Manoj Joseph - Executive Asst (YMCA International Guest House)

Mr. Devassy serves as the Care-taker of YMCA International Centre, Kannara. And wealso have Mr. Balan, Mr. Davis Joseph, Mr. Jose, Mrs. Devaki and Mrs. Mary who serveas sub-staff in the Administrative Office and the Guest House.

20. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The Board of Directors of YMCA Thrissur places on record their sincere thanks andgratitude to the members, friends, well-wishers and other institutions who had extendedtheir support to YMCA Thrissur. Though naming every individual and organisation is notfeasible, we wish to mention the names of some of them and express our specialthanks to them.

1. President, National General Secretary and Officers of the National Council ofYMCAs of India

2. Chairman, Regional Secretary and Officers of the YMCA South West IndaRegion

3. Chairman, Gen.Convenor and Officers of the YMCA Thrissur Sub-Region4. Sri. I.P. Paul, Mayor of Thrissur5. Sri. P.C. Chacko, MP of Thrissur6. Sri. Therambil Ramakrishnan MLA of Thrissur7. Sri. M.P. Vincent, MLA of Ollur8. Sri. K.V. Dasan, Thrissur District Panchayath President


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9. Prof. Annam John, Corporation Councillor10. The Most Reverend Dr. Mar Aprem, Metropolitan of India (Church of the East)11. H.G. Mar Raphael Thattil, Aux. Bishop, Arch-Diocese of Trichur12. Mar Awgin Kuriakose Episcopa, Assyrian Church of the East13. Vicars, presbyters and leaders of the parishes and churches in Thrissur and

Kannara14. District Collector and the office15. Thrissur Municipal Corporation16. Commissionerate of Income Tax17. Commissionerate of Commercial Tax18. Thrissur District Sports Council19. Offices of Pananchery Panchayath and Peechi Village20. Offices of Thrissur Taluk and Chembukavu Village21. Electricity Dept., Thrissur Corporation22. KSEB, Pattikad23. Inspector General of Police, Thrissur Range24. City Police Commissionerate25. Thrissur East Police Circle26. City Traffic Police27. Peechi Police28. The Press, Visual media and Radio29. The Catholic Syrian Bank Ltd30. The Indian Bank31. The South Indian Bank Ltd32. The Federal Bank Ltd33. The Fathima Nagar Cooperative Bank Ltd34. HDFC Bank Ltd35. State Bank of Travancore36. Syndicate Bank Ltd37. Chandy Consultants38. Cheeran Varghese & Co., Chartered Accountants39. Biju & Co., Chartered Accountants40. Our Legal Advisors41. Our Tax Consultants42. Chetana Music College43. St. Thomas College44. Vimala College45. Govt College of Fine Arts, Thrissur46. Trichur Eye Hospital & Diabetes Centre47. Schools and Colleges of Thrissur48. KFRI, Peechi49. TNP+50. Safco Constructions51. Site Developers and Contractors of our Multi-Project Centre, Kannara52. Josco Fashion Jewellers53. Sponsors of our various programs54. Donors of our social activities55. National Council of YMCAs of Germany


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56. Y’s Men International57. YMCA Ajman58. YMCA Greenville, USA59. YWCA Thrissur60. YMCAs in Kerala61. YMCAs in rest of India62. Chairmen and Members of our Standing Committees63. Uni-Y Members64. All staff and volunteers of YMCA

Above all, we glorify God Almighty for His abundant blessings and guidance to ourassociation.

For and on behalf of the Board of Directors

Sd/-J Paul ZachariahGeneral Secretary


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BALANCE SHEETand

INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTSfor

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Auditor’s Report

I have examined the balance sheet of YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION,TOWN HALL ROAD, THRISSUR 680020 as at 31st March, 2013 and the Income and

Expenditure account for the year ended on that date which are in agreement with the

books of account maintained by the said Trust.

I have obtained all the information and explanations, which to the best of my knowledge

and belief were necessary for the purposes of the audit. In my opinion, proper books of

account have been kept by the above named institution visited by me so far as appears

from my examination of the books.

In my opinion and to the best of my information, and according to information given to

me the said accounts give a true and fair view: -

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(i) In the case of the balance sheet, of the state of affairs of the above named

institution as at 31st March, 2013 , and

(ii) In case of the Income and Expenditure Account, the excess of Income over

Expenditure of the accounting year ending on 31st March, 2013

Sd/-Biju P.S, FCAM.NO. 216140

Thrissur04/09/2013


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126th Annual Report 2012-13

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