ഷിക്കാഗോ കെ. സി. എസ്. വിമൺസ് ഫോറം ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി അത്യുജ്വലമായി
ഷിക്കാഗൊ കെ. സി. എസിന്റെ ശക്തിശ്രോതസ്സായി പ്രവര്‍ത്തിക്കുന്ന വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറത്തിന്റെ ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി അവസ്മരണീയമായി. ജനുവരി 28 ശനിയാഴ്ച ഷിക്കാഗോ ക്നാനായ കമ്മ്യൂണിറ്റി സെന്ററിൽ ചേര്‍ന്ന സമ്മേളനം മലയാള സിനിമകളിലെ പ്രധാന നായകനടിയും നർത്തകിയുമായ ഗീത ഉല്‍ഘാടനം ചെയ്ത് പ്രസംഗിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം പ്രസിഡന്റ് ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ അദ്ധ്യക്ഷത വഹിച്ചു. സെക്രട്ടറി ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ടായിരുന്നു എം.സി. ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ, മുഖ്യാതിഥി ഗീത, കെ. സി. എസ്. പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജെയിൻ മാക്കിൽ, ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം നാഷ്ണല്‍ ജനറൽ സെക്രട്ടറിയായി തിരഞ്ഞെടു ക്കപ്പെട്ട ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര, ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ട് എന്നിവർ തിരി തെളിച്ചു.
ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ടിന്റെ ആമുഖത്തോടെ ആരംഭിച്ച ഈ പാർട്ടി, തട്ടുകടയിലെ പ്രഭാത ഭക്ഷണത്തോടെ തുടക്കം കുറിച്ചു. ബേബി മേനമറ്റത്തിൽ, ബിനി ചാലുങ്കൽ എന്നിവരുടെ ഐസ് ബ്രേക്കറിലൂടെ ഏവർക്കും പരസ്പരം പരിചയപ്പെടുവാനും, കുസൃതിചോദ്യത്തിലൂടെ ഏറെ അടുത്ത് ബന്ധപ്പെടുവാനും സാധിച്ചു. തുടർന്ന് നടന്ന പൊതുയോഗത്തിൽ വിശിഷ്ടാധിധികളെ ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ട് സദസിന് പരിചയപ്പെടുത്തുകയും, അവരെ സ്റ്റേജിലേക്ക് സ്വാഗതം ചെയ്തു. സിന്ധു പുളിക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ പ്രാര്‍ത്ഥനാ ഗാനം ആലപിച്ചു. വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര സ്വാഗതവും, ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ ഏറെ ഹ്രദ്യവും പ്രചോദനനവുമായ അദ്ധ്യക്ഷ പ്രസംഗവും, ജെയിൻ മാക്കിൽ സമുദായാംഗങ്ങളെ ചലനാത്മകമാക്കുകയും പ്രോത്സാഹിപ്പിക്കുകയും ചെയ്യുന്ന ആശംസപ്രസംഗം നടത്തി. ഷിക്കാഗോ കെ. സി. എസ്സിൽ സാമൂഹികവും സാമുദായികവുമായ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ കൈവരിച്ച് അംഗീകാരത്തിന്റെ അവാർഡ് നേടിയ പ്രതിഭ, ചാരി, ഫെബിൻ എന്നിവർക്ക് പ്രശസ്ത ചലചിത്ര നായിക ഗീത പുനരസ്കാരങ്ങൾ നൽകി ആദരിച്ചു, ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ കൃതജ്ഞതയും പറഞ്ഞു.
മരം കോച്ചുന്ന മഞ്ഞില്‍ കുളിച്ച്, എല്ലുതുളച്ചുകയറുന്ന തണുപ്പിനെ അവഗണിച്ച് ഏകദേശം മുന്നൂറോളം യുവതികൾ പങ്കെടുത്ത ഈ പാർട്ടി പുതിയ എക്സിക്കൂട്ടീവിന്റെ ഉജ്വലമായ പ്രാരംഭ സംരംഭമായി. വിവിധതരം ഗെയിമുകൾ, ലൈവായുള്ള സംഗീതം, ഡിജെ, വിവിധതരം കലാപരിപാടികള്‍ എന്നിവ കോർത്തിണക്കി വ്യത്യസ്തമായ രീതിയിലാണ് ഈ ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി സംഘടിപ്പിച്ചത്. ആസ്വാദകരമായുള്ള അനേക തരം ഭക്ഷണ പാനീയങ്ങൾ ഈ പാർട്ടിയെ ഏറെ ആസ്വാദകരമാക്കി.
ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ, ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര, ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ട്, ബിനി മണപ്പള്ളിൽ (ട്രഷറർ), ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ, ഏരിയ കോഡിനേറ്റേഴ്സ് എന്നിവർ ഈ ഹോളിഡേ പാര്‍ട്ടിക്ക് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി. ടോമി ഇടത്തിൽ, സിറിൽ കട്ടപ്പുറം എന്നിവരായിരുന്നു ഗ്രാൻഡ് സ്പോൺസേർസ്. കെസിഎസ് വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിനോ കക്കാട്ടിൽ, ട്രഷറർ ബിനോയ് കിഴക്കനടിയിൽ എന്നിവർ പൊതുയോഗത്തിൽ സന്നിഹതരായിരുന്നു.
ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ടിന്റെ ആമുഖത്തോടെ ആരംഭിച്ച ഈ പാർട്ടി, തട്ടുകടയിലെ പ്രഭാത ഭക്ഷണത്തോടെ തുടക്കം കുറിച്ചു. ബേബി മേനമറ്റത്തിൽ, ബിനി ചാലുങ്കൽ എന്നിവരുടെ ഐസ് ബ്രേക്കറിലൂടെ ഏവർക്കും പരസ്പരം പരിചയപ്പെടുവാനും, കുസൃതിചോദ്യത്തിലൂടെ ഏറെ അടുത്ത് ബന്ധപ്പെടുവാനും സാധിച്ചു. തുടർന്ന് നടന്ന പൊതുയോഗത്തിൽ വിശിഷ്ടാധിധികളെ ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ട് സദസിന് പരിചയപ്പെടുത്തുകയും, അവരെ സ്റ്റേജിലേക്ക് സ്വാഗതം ചെയ്തു. സിന്ധു പുളിക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ പ്രാര്‍ത്ഥനാ ഗാനം ആലപിച്ചു. വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര സ്വാഗതവും, ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ ഏറെ ഹ്രദ്യവും പ്രചോദനനവുമായ അദ്ധ്യക്ഷ പ്രസംഗവും, ജെയിൻ മാക്കിൽ സമുദായാംഗങ്ങളെ ചലനാത്മകമാക്കുകയും പ്രോത്സാഹിപ്പിക്കുകയും ചെയ്യുന്ന ആശംസപ്രസംഗം നടത്തി. ഷിക്കാഗോ കെ. സി. എസ്സിൽ സാമൂഹികവും സാമുദായികവുമായ നേട്ടങ്ങൾ കൈവരിച്ച് അംഗീകാരത്തിന്റെ അവാർഡ് നേടിയ പ്രതിഭ, ചാരി, ഫെബിൻ എന്നിവർക്ക് പ്രശസ്ത ചലചിത്ര നായിക ഗീത പുനരസ്കാരങ്ങൾ നൽകി ആദരിച്ചു, ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ കൃതജ്ഞതയും പറഞ്ഞു.
മരം കോച്ചുന്ന മഞ്ഞില്‍ കുളിച്ച്, എല്ലുതുളച്ചുകയറുന്ന തണുപ്പിനെ അവഗണിച്ച് ഏകദേശം മുന്നൂറോളം യുവതികൾ പങ്കെടുത്ത ഈ പാർട്ടി പുതിയ എക്സിക്കൂട്ടീവിന്റെ ഉജ്വലമായ പ്രാരംഭ സംരംഭമായി. വിവിധതരം ഗെയിമുകൾ, ലൈവായുള്ള സംഗീതം, ഡിജെ, വിവിധതരം കലാപരിപാടികള്‍ എന്നിവ കോർത്തിണക്കി വ്യത്യസ്തമായ രീതിയിലാണ് ഈ ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി സംഘടിപ്പിച്ചത്. ആസ്വാദകരമായുള്ള അനേക തരം ഭക്ഷണ പാനീയങ്ങൾ ഈ പാർട്ടിയെ ഏറെ ആസ്വാദകരമാക്കി.
ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ, ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര, ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട്ട്, ബിനി മണപ്പള്ളിൽ (ട്രഷറർ), ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ, ഏരിയ കോഡിനേറ്റേഴ്സ് എന്നിവർ ഈ ഹോളിഡേ പാര്‍ട്ടിക്ക് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി. ടോമി ഇടത്തിൽ, സിറിൽ കട്ടപ്പുറം എന്നിവരായിരുന്നു ഗ്രാൻഡ് സ്പോൺസേർസ്. കെസിഎസ് വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിനോ കക്കാട്ടിൽ, ട്രഷറർ ബിനോയ് കിഴക്കനടിയിൽ എന്നിവർ പൊതുയോഗത്തിൽ സന്നിഹതരായിരുന്നു.
KCS Women's Forum Achievement Award
KCS Women's Forum is recognizing outstanding women achievers in academic or professional levels among the Knanaya Community. Please send your nominees for academically and professionally successive women in our community to [email protected] or contact women's forum executives with their brief bio before 01/27/2023 for their achievement recognition during women's forum holiday party on January 28th 2023.
Tosmy Kaithakkathottiyil - 775 544 2010
(President)
Shiny Viruthakulangara - 847 5711180
(Vice President)
Febin Thekkanat - 630 818 7696
(Secretary)
Dr. Susan Edukkutharayil - 630 674 6201
(Joint Secretary)
Bini Manapallil - 630 290 9105
(Treasurer)
Tosmy Kaithakkathottiyil - 775 544 2010
(President)
Shiny Viruthakulangara - 847 5711180
(Vice President)
Febin Thekkanat - 630 818 7696
(Secretary)
Dr. Susan Edukkutharayil - 630 674 6201
(Joint Secretary)
Bini Manapallil - 630 290 9105
(Treasurer)
ഷിക്കാഗോ കെ. സി. എസ്. വുമൺസ് ഫോറം ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി ജനുവരി 28 ശനിയാഴ്ച
ജനുവരി 28 ശനിയാഴ്ച രാവിലെ 11:30 മുതൽ ഷിക്കാഗോ ക്നാനായ കമ്മ്യൂണിറ്റി സെന്ററിൽ കെ. സി. എസ്. വുമൺസ് ഫോറം ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി നടത്തുന്നു. മലയാള സിനിമകളിലെ പ്രധാന നായകനടിയും നർത്തകിയുമായ ഗീതയാണ് മുഖ്യാതിഥി. വിവിധതരം ഗെയിമുകൾ, ലൈവായുള്ള സംഗീതം, ഡിജെ, എന്നീ പരിപാടികൾ കോർത്തിണക്കി ഏറെ വ്യത്യസ്തമായ രീതിയിലാണ് ഇത്തവണ ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി സംഘടിപ്പിക്കുന്നത്. ആസ്വാദകരമായുള്ള അനേക തരം ഭക്ഷണ പാനീയങ്ങൾ ഈ പാർട്ടിയിലെ പ്രത്യേകതയാണ്. ഷിക്കാഗോ കെ. സി. എസ്സിലെ എല്ലാ വനിതകളും, ഈ പാർട്ടിയിൽ പങ്കെടുത്ത് ഇത് അനുഭവേദ്യമാക്കാൻ ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിലിന്റെ നേത്ര്യുത്വത്തിലുള്ള വുമൺസ് ഫോറം താത്പര്യപ്പെടുന്നു.
ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ (പ്രസിഡന്റ്), ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര (വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ്), ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട് (സെക്രട്ടറി), ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ (ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി), ബിനി മനപ്പള്ളിൽ (ട്രഷറർ) എന്നിവരെ കൂടാതെ ഏകദേശം ഇരുപതോളം ഏരിയ കോഡിനേറ്റേഴ്സ്, ഈ പാർട്ടിക്ക് പിന്നിൽ പ്രവർത്തിക്കുന്നു. ടോമി ഇടത്തിൽ, സിറിൽ കട്ടപ്പുറം എന്നിവരാണ് ഗ്രാൻഡ് സ്പോൺസേർസ്
ടോസ്‌മി കൈതക്കത്തൊട്ടിയിൽ (പ്രസിഡന്റ്), ഷൈനി വിരുത്തികുളങ്ങര (വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ്), ഫെബിൻ തെക്കനാട് (സെക്രട്ടറി), ഡോ. സൂസൻ ഇടുക്കുതറയിൽ (ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി), ബിനി മനപ്പള്ളിൽ (ട്രഷറർ) എന്നിവരെ കൂടാതെ ഏകദേശം ഇരുപതോളം ഏരിയ കോഡിനേറ്റേഴ്സ്, ഈ പാർട്ടിക്ക് പിന്നിൽ പ്രവർത്തിക്കുന്നു. ടോമി ഇടത്തിൽ, സിറിൽ കട്ടപ്പുറം എന്നിവരാണ് ഗ്രാൻഡ് സ്പോൺസേർസ്
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Women's Forum Holiday Party
New leadership for KCS Women's ForuM
KCWF Cooking & Saree Draping Class
it's a free event on this Sunday at 6 pm by women's forum inviting all the women. Please share with your friends and family if any woman would like to come please let us know. So we can arrange the food accordingly.
KCS Women’ Forum Holiday Party
കെ.സി.എസ്. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം മാതൃദിനം ആഘോഷിച്ചു
ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് സൊസൈറ്റിയുടെ പോഷക സംഘടനയായ വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം മെയ് 21-ാം തീയതി കെ.സി.എസ്.കമ്മ്യൂണിറ്റി സെന്ററില്‍ വച്ച് മാതൃദിനം ആഘോഷിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റത്തിന്റെ അദ്ധ്യക്ഷതയില്‍ കൂടിയ യോഗത്തില്‍, മാതൃദിനത്തിന്റെ ഉത്ഭവത്തെപ്പറ്റിയും, ത്യാഗങ്ങളിലൂടെ: സഹനങ്ങളെ അതിജീവിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് കുടുംബങ്ങളുടെ വിളക്കായി മാറിയ എല്ലാ അമ്മമാരെയും പ്രത്യേകം ആദരിക്കേണ്ട ദിനമാണ് മാതൃദിനമെന്ന് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം തന്റെ അദ്ധ്യക്ഷ പ്രസംഗത്തില്‍ മാതൃദിനത്തില്‍ പങ്കെടുക്കാനെത്തിയ എല്ലാ അമ്മമാരോടും അഭ്യര്‍ത്ഥിച്ചു.
തുടര്‍ന്ന് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ട്രഷറാര്‍ ആന്‍സി കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട് ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക്ക് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ഓഫ് നോര്‍ത്ത് അമേരിക്കയുടെ നേതൃത്വത്തില്‍ ഒക്ടോബര്‍ 13, 14, 15 തിയ്യതികളില്‍ ലാസ് വേഗസില്‍ വച്ചു നടത്തുന്ന കെ.സി.ഡബ്ലി.എഫ്.എന്‍.എ. സമറ്റിനെപ്പറ്റി വിശദീകരിക്കുകയും , അതിൻ്റെ കിക്കോഫ് കെ .സി .എസ് പ്രസിഡണ്ട് ബിനു പൂത്തുറയില്‍ നിന്നും ചെക്ക് സ്വീകരിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് നടത്തപ്പെട്ടു. മാതൃദിന ആഘോഷമായി എല്ലാ അമ്മമാരെയും കെ.സി.എസ്. പ്രസിഡന്റ് ബിനു പൂത്തുറ റോസപൂക്കള്‍ നല്‍കി ആദരിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ആന്‍ കരികുളം വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറത്തിന്റെ ഭാവി പ്രവര്‍ത്തനങ്ങളെ കുറിച്ച് സംസാരിക്കുകയും, ചിന്നു തോട്ടം സൂബ ഡാന്‍സ് ക്ലാഡിന് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കുകയും ചെയ്തു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് അനി വാച്ചാച്ചിറ, സെക്രട്ടറി ബിനി തെക്കനാട്ട് എന്നിവര്‍ പരിപാടികള്‍ക്ക് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി.
തുടര്‍ന്ന് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ട്രഷറാര്‍ ആന്‍സി കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട് ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക്ക് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ഓഫ് നോര്‍ത്ത് അമേരിക്കയുടെ നേതൃത്വത്തില്‍ ഒക്ടോബര്‍ 13, 14, 15 തിയ്യതികളില്‍ ലാസ് വേഗസില്‍ വച്ചു നടത്തുന്ന കെ.സി.ഡബ്ലി.എഫ്.എന്‍.എ. സമറ്റിനെപ്പറ്റി വിശദീകരിക്കുകയും , അതിൻ്റെ കിക്കോഫ് കെ .സി .എസ് പ്രസിഡണ്ട് ബിനു പൂത്തുറയില്‍ നിന്നും ചെക്ക് സ്വീകരിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് നടത്തപ്പെട്ടു. മാതൃദിന ആഘോഷമായി എല്ലാ അമ്മമാരെയും കെ.സി.എസ്. പ്രസിഡന്റ് ബിനു പൂത്തുറ റോസപൂക്കള്‍ നല്‍കി ആദരിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ആന്‍ കരികുളം വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറത്തിന്റെ ഭാവി പ്രവര്‍ത്തനങ്ങളെ കുറിച്ച് സംസാരിക്കുകയും, ചിന്നു തോട്ടം സൂബ ഡാന്‍സ് ക്ലാഡിന് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കുകയും ചെയ്തു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് അനി വാച്ചാച്ചിറ, സെക്രട്ടറി ബിനി തെക്കനാട്ട് എന്നിവര്‍ പരിപാടികള്‍ക്ക് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി.
കെ സി എസ് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ആഗോള വനിതാദിനം ആചരിച്ചു
ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് സൊസൈറ്റിയുടെ പോഷക സംഘടനയായ വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം കെ സി എസിന്റെ ചരിത്രത്തില്‍ ആദ്യമായി ആഗോള വനിതാ ദിനം ആചരിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം, വിസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് അനി വാച്ചാച്ചിറ, സെക്രട്ടറി ബിനി തെക്കനാട്ട്, ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ആന്‍ കരികുളം, ട്രഷറര്‍ ആന്‍സി കൂപ്ലിക്കാട്ട് എന്നിവരും ഡയറക്ടര്‍ ബോര്‍ഡ് അംഗങ്ങളും ചിക്കാഗോ സെന്റ് മേരീസ് ക്നാനായ ഇടവക ദൈവാലയത്തിൽ വച്ച് നടത്തപ്പെട്ട പരിപാടികൾക്ക് നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി. വനിതകളെ ബഹുമാനിക്കുവാനും അവരുടെ കഴിവുകളെ പരിപോഷിപ്പിക്കുവാനും നേട്ടങ്ങളെ അംഗീകരിക്കുവാനും വേണ്ടിയുള്ള വനിതാ ദിനാചരണത്തില്‍ വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം വനിതാ ദിന സന്ദേശം നല്‍കി. സ്ത്രീകളുടെ ആരോഗ്യ സംരക്ഷണത്തെപ്പറ്റി ഡോ. എമിലി ചാക്കോ പൂവത്തുങ്കല്‍ ക്ലാസെടുത്തു. യോഗാ ക്ലാസിനു ജോസ്മി ഇടുക്കുതറ നേതൃത്വം നല്‍കി. ലൂസി കണിയാലി, ജെന്നി തണ്ണിക്കരി, മിഷാല്‍ ഇടുക്കുതറ എന്നിവര്‍ കുക്കിംഗ് ഷോ നടത്തി. വൈവിധ്യമാര്‍ന്ന ഗെയിംസും നടത്തപ്പെട്ടു.
KCS Womens Forum Holiday Party and Activity Inauguration
ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് സൊസൈറ്റിയുടെ പോഷകസംഘടനയായ ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം ഓഫ് ചിക്കാഗോ സംഘടിപ്പിച്ച ഹോളിഡേ പാര്‍ട്ടി ശ്രദ്ധേയമായി. ലിഡോ ബാന്‍ക്വറ്റ് ഹാളില്‍ ചേര്‍ന്ന സമ്മേളനം വികാരി ജനറാള്‍ മോണ്‍ തോമസ് മുളവനാല്‍ ഉല്‍ഘാടനം ചെയ്തു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം അദ്ധ്യക്ഷത വഹിച്ചു. ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ആന്‍ കരികുളം, ട്രഷറര്‍ ആന്‍സി കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട് എന്നിവരായിരുന്നു എം.സി.മാര്‍. ആന്‍ വര്‍ഷ വിലങ്ങുകല്ലേല്‍ പ്രാര്‍ത്ഥനാ ഗാനം ആലപിച്ചു. വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം 2015-2016 പ്രസിഡന്റ് പ്രതിഭ തച്ചേട്ട് റിപ്പോര്‍ട്ട് അവതരിപ്പിച്ചു. പുതിയ പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം പുതിയ ബോര്‍ഡ് അംഗങ്ങളെ സദസ്സിന് പരിചപ്പെടുത്തുകയും, മോണ്‍ തോമസ് മുളവനാല്‍ സത്യപ്രതിജ്ഞ ചൊല്ലിക്കൊടുക്കുകയും ചെയ്തു. ചിക്കാഗോ കെ.സി.എസ്. പ്രസിഡന്റ് ബിനു പൂത്തുറയില്‍, ക്നാനായ കാത്തലിക് വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം നാഷ്ണല്‍ പ്രസിഡന്റ് സ്മിത വെട്ടുപാറപ്പുറം എന്നിവര്‍ ആശംസകള്‍ നേര്‍ന്നു. കെസിഎസ് വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് സാജു കണ്ണമ്പള്ളി, സെക്രട്ടറി ജോണികുട്ടി പിള്ളവീട്ടില്‍, ജോയിന്റ് സെക്രട്ടറി ഡിബിന്‍ വിലങ്ങുകല്ലേല്‍, ട്രഷറര്‍ ഷിബു മുളയാനിക്കുന്നേല്‍ എന്നിവരും സന്നിഹിതരായിരുന്നു. വൈസ് പ്രസിഡന്റ് അനി വാ്ച്ചാച്ചിറ സ്വാഗതവും സെക്രട്ടറി ബിനി തെക്കനാട്ട് കൃതജ്ഞതയും പറഞ്ഞു.
വിഭവസമൃദ്ധമായ ബാന്‍ക്വറ്റിനുശേഷം നടത്തിയ കലാപരിപാടികള്‍ക്ക് കോര്‍ഡിനേറ്റര്‍മാരായ ഡോ.ബെന്‍സി പടിഞ്ഞാത്ത്, റ്റാനിയ പുത്തന്‍പറമ്പില്‍ എന്നിവര്‍ നേതൃത്വം ന്ല്‍കി. പാര്‍ട്ടി ഡാന്‍സ് ഈ പ്രോഗ്രാമിന്റെ പ്രധാന ആകര്‍ഷണമായിരുന്നു. നിരാലംബരായ സ്ത്രീകളെ സഹായിക്കുന്നതിനുവേണ്ടി വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം നടത്തുന്ന ചാരിറ്റി ഫണ്ട് റെയ്‌സിംഗ് പ്രോഗ്രാം തദവസരത്തില്‍ ഉല്‍ഘാടനം ചെയ്യപ്പെട്ടു. അസീസ് മെഡിക്കല്‍ സെന്റര്‍, ഡോ. സൂസന്‍ ഇടുക്കുതറ, ജോണ്‍ കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട്, ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം എന്നിവര്‍ ഗ്രാന്റ് സ്‌പോണ്‍സര്‍മാരായും, ഡോ.മാത്യു ജോസഫ് തിരുനെല്ലി പറമ്പില്‍, ജെയ്ബു മാത്യു കുളങ്ങര, സിറിയക് കൂവക്കാട്ടില്‍, ബിജിലി റ്റാജു കണ്ടാരപ്പള്ളില്‍, എന്നിവര്‍ സ്‌പോണ്‍സര്‍മാരായും പ്രോഗ്രാമിന് പിന്തുണ നല്‍കി.
വിഭവസമൃദ്ധമായ ബാന്‍ക്വറ്റിനുശേഷം നടത്തിയ കലാപരിപാടികള്‍ക്ക് കോര്‍ഡിനേറ്റര്‍മാരായ ഡോ.ബെന്‍സി പടിഞ്ഞാത്ത്, റ്റാനിയ പുത്തന്‍പറമ്പില്‍ എന്നിവര്‍ നേതൃത്വം ന്ല്‍കി. പാര്‍ട്ടി ഡാന്‍സ് ഈ പ്രോഗ്രാമിന്റെ പ്രധാന ആകര്‍ഷണമായിരുന്നു. നിരാലംബരായ സ്ത്രീകളെ സഹായിക്കുന്നതിനുവേണ്ടി വിമന്‍സ് ഫോറം നടത്തുന്ന ചാരിറ്റി ഫണ്ട് റെയ്‌സിംഗ് പ്രോഗ്രാം തദവസരത്തില്‍ ഉല്‍ഘാടനം ചെയ്യപ്പെട്ടു. അസീസ് മെഡിക്കല്‍ സെന്റര്‍, ഡോ. സൂസന്‍ ഇടുക്കുതറ, ജോണ്‍ കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട്, ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം എന്നിവര്‍ ഗ്രാന്റ് സ്‌പോണ്‍സര്‍മാരായും, ഡോ.മാത്യു ജോസഫ് തിരുനെല്ലി പറമ്പില്‍, ജെയ്ബു മാത്യു കുളങ്ങര, സിറിയക് കൂവക്കാട്ടില്‍, ബിജിലി റ്റാജു കണ്ടാരപ്പള്ളില്‍, എന്നിവര്‍ സ്‌പോണ്‍സര്‍മാരായും പ്രോഗ്രാമിന് പിന്തുണ നല്‍കി.
കെ.സി.എസ്.വുമൻസ് ഫോറം ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി ഫെബ്രുവരി 18ന്
ചിക്കാഗോ കെ.സി.എസ്.പോഷക സംഘടനയായ വുമൻസ് ഫോറം നേതൃത്വം നൽകുന്ന ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടി ഫെബ്രുവരി 18ന് ചിക്കാഗോയിലുള്ള ലിഡോ ബായ്ങ്കറ്റ് ഹോളിൽ നടക്കും. ചിക്കാഗോ യിലെ മുഴുവൻ ക്നാനായ വനിതകളെയും ഉൾപ്പെടുത്തിയുള്ള ഈ കൂട്ടായ്മയ്ക്ക് വുമൻസ് ഫോറം ഭാരവാഹികൾ പ്രത്യേക ക്രമീകരണങ്ങൾ നടത്തിവരുന്നു. ചിക്കാഗോയിലെ മുഴുവൻ ക്നാനായ വനിതകളും ഈ സംരഭത്തിൽ പങ്കെടുത്ത് ക്നാനായ സമുദായത്തിന്റെ കൂട്ടായ്മയും കെ.സി.എസ് നുള്ള ജന പിന്തുണയും അറിയിക്കണമെന്ന് പ്രസിഡന്റ് ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം അഭിപ്രായപ്പെട്ടു . ഇക്കുറി നടത്തുന്ന വ്യത്യസ്തമായ ഹോളിഡേ പാർട്ടിക്കു ജിജി നെല്ലാമറ്റം , അനി വാച്ചാച്ചിറ , ബിനി തെക്കനാട്ട്, ആൻസി കുപ്ലിക്കാട്ട് , ആൻ കരകുളം എന്നിവർ നേതൃത്വം നൽകും.
KCWF activities for the term 2015-2016
It was a great honor to serve as the Chicago KCWF Executive committee members for the Term 2015-2016. Thank you all for your enormous support for the WF activities that were conducted during this term. We are confident that we served the community to the best of our abilities. Hope you all enjoyed the various events that were conducted during this term. We would like to extend our great appreciation to all the sponsors and the WF board members. We would also like to extend our gratitude to the KCS EC for their great support during this term. To summarize we conducted the following activities for the WF during the past two years:
1.Holiday Party 2015, honored all WF leaders from the past
2.Dance/Fashion Show by KCWF board members (KCS inaugural meeting)
3.Sargamela 2015 & Yoga class
4.Essay competition for the ladies
5.Knanya Nite WF program "Elsamma enna pennkutty"
6.Seminar by Prof Sheela Stephen on How to keep love alive in a marriage, BCM college Alumni meeting, & Seminar on Underage drinking awareness by Dr Agimol Puthenpurackal
7.Holiday Party 2016 & Seminar by Dr Sam George on How to keep healthy relationships in a marriage, honored all current WF board members
8.Project Deepti Fund raising by the board members to provide educational scholarship to Knanaya girls
9. KCCNA convention 2016 Dance/Fashion show by Chicago KCWF members
10. Lake Geneva one- day trip
11. Donation for a housing project for a Knanaya lady in India
Now as our term is coming to an end we need to elect new Executive committee members. Please see the attached nomination form and the most recent KCWFNA constitution. Anyone interested to serve in the KCWF Executive committee for the next term please submit the form prior to November 26, 2016. We will be following the same procedures for the KCWFNA (National) election process for the local election as well, except the fact that election won't be electronic in nature. There will be a general body conducted on Sunday 12/4/16 for the KCWF members at the KCS community center.
Thank you,
Chicago KCWF Executive committee
Prathibha Thachet (President)
Sheeba Mutholam (Vice President)
Binu Edakarayil (General Secretary)
Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer)
1.Holiday Party 2015, honored all WF leaders from the past
2.Dance/Fashion Show by KCWF board members (KCS inaugural meeting)
3.Sargamela 2015 & Yoga class
4.Essay competition for the ladies
5.Knanya Nite WF program "Elsamma enna pennkutty"
6.Seminar by Prof Sheela Stephen on How to keep love alive in a marriage, BCM college Alumni meeting, & Seminar on Underage drinking awareness by Dr Agimol Puthenpurackal
7.Holiday Party 2016 & Seminar by Dr Sam George on How to keep healthy relationships in a marriage, honored all current WF board members
8.Project Deepti Fund raising by the board members to provide educational scholarship to Knanaya girls
9. KCCNA convention 2016 Dance/Fashion show by Chicago KCWF members
10. Lake Geneva one- day trip
11. Donation for a housing project for a Knanaya lady in India
Now as our term is coming to an end we need to elect new Executive committee members. Please see the attached nomination form and the most recent KCWFNA constitution. Anyone interested to serve in the KCWF Executive committee for the next term please submit the form prior to November 26, 2016. We will be following the same procedures for the KCWFNA (National) election process for the local election as well, except the fact that election won't be electronic in nature. There will be a general body conducted on Sunday 12/4/16 for the KCWF members at the KCS community center.
Thank you,
Chicago KCWF Executive committee
Prathibha Thachet (President)
Sheeba Mutholam (Vice President)
Binu Edakarayil (General Secretary)
Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer)
Chicago KCS Lake Geneva Trip
Chicago KCWF arranged a one day trip to Lake Geneva and a lunch cruise there on October 1st. 50 ladies participated and had a great time enjoying the scenic beauty of Lake Geneva and having a relaxing day with their friends. The ladies commented that there should be more trips such as this by the KCWF. We thank all KCWF members who participated in this event making it a memorable one.
Project Deepti
Chicago KCWF raised $12,000 for Project Deepti, a KCWFNA initiative. The money raised will be used to provide educational scholarship for Knanaya women admitted to professional courses after Plus II. The eligibility for scholarship will be considered based on merit and income basis. The scholarship application is available at the website http://www.kccna.com/initiatives/KCWF/project-deepti
We are extremely grateful to all the grand sponsors, sponsors, and KCS members who participated in the Raffle ticket sale for Project Deepti, making this KCWFNA initiative a success! The Raffle drawing is on Saturday August 7th during the 2016 KCCNA convention in Houston.
The Chicago Grand Sponsors are Mr & Mrs Chackochen and Shiji Kizhakkekuttu, Mr and Mrs Tomy & Sherly Nellamattom, Mr and Mrs Thomas and Julie Puthettu.
The Chicago Sponsors are as follows:
Jose & Lucy Kaniyaly
Kunjumon & Thankamma Nediakalayil
Sunny & Molly Mutholam
Joby & Manjiri Thekkunilkkunathil
Jiju & Deepa Thekkumkattil
Sunny & Annice Menamattathil
Tomy & Nancy Chackumkal
Saibu & Reji Pathiyil
Nimi & Denny Thuruthivellil
Peter & Meyamma Vettikkattu
Raju & Kunjamma Nediakalayil
Shaji & Mini Edat
Siby & Anisha Kadalimattom
Jeeno & Beena Kothaladiyil
Jaimon & Shiny Nanthikattu
Thampi & Shiny Viruthikulangara
Cyriac & Sophi Puthenpurayil
Vipin & Bini Challumkal
Also special thanks to the Chicago KCWF Vice President Sheeba Mutholam and Board member Selma Nellamattom for selling the most tickets for the Raffle ticket Sale.
Thank you,
Prathibha Thachet
KCWFNA President
Term 2015-2016
We are extremely grateful to all the grand sponsors, sponsors, and KCS members who participated in the Raffle ticket sale for Project Deepti, making this KCWFNA initiative a success! The Raffle drawing is on Saturday August 7th during the 2016 KCCNA convention in Houston.
The Chicago Grand Sponsors are Mr & Mrs Chackochen and Shiji Kizhakkekuttu, Mr and Mrs Tomy & Sherly Nellamattom, Mr and Mrs Thomas and Julie Puthettu.
The Chicago Sponsors are as follows:
Jose & Lucy Kaniyaly
Kunjumon & Thankamma Nediakalayil
Sunny & Molly Mutholam
Joby & Manjiri Thekkunilkkunathil
Jiju & Deepa Thekkumkattil
Sunny & Annice Menamattathil
Tomy & Nancy Chackumkal
Saibu & Reji Pathiyil
Nimi & Denny Thuruthivellil
Peter & Meyamma Vettikkattu
Raju & Kunjamma Nediakalayil
Shaji & Mini Edat
Siby & Anisha Kadalimattom
Jeeno & Beena Kothaladiyil
Jaimon & Shiny Nanthikattu
Thampi & Shiny Viruthikulangara
Cyriac & Sophi Puthenpurayil
Vipin & Bini Challumkal
Also special thanks to the Chicago KCWF Vice President Sheeba Mutholam and Board member Selma Nellamattom for selling the most tickets for the Raffle ticket Sale.
Thank you,
Prathibha Thachet
KCWFNA President
Term 2015-2016
Chicago KCS Women's Forum Holiday Party
Chicago KCS Women's Forum conducted the 2016 Holiday Party as a couples party, on Friday, January 29, 2016 at Atlantis Banquets in Arlington Heights. Women's Forum believes in healthy families and relationships between couples and therefore we conducted our Holiday Party for the couples this year. This was our tribute to the guys who work hard to nurture our families. Special thanks to all the guys who attended the Party, hosted by the Women's Forum! More events such as this in the future will give more opportunities for couples to go out and spend time together.
The program started with a social hour and Women's Forum President Prathibha Thachet welcomed the crowd. The highlight of the event was the very enlightening and useful seminar by Dr. Sam George. He talked about how to maintain a healthy relationship in the marriage and gave many practical tips for a lasting and fulfilling marriage. Dr. George represents the Parivar International, a non-profit organization that works with the Indian- American families.
The event was inaugurated by Rev.Fr.Abraham Mutholam by lighting the candles. Chicago KCS President Mr.Jose Kaniyaly, KCS excutive team members Mr.Roy Nedumchira, Mr.Jeeno Kothaladiyil, Mr.Stephen Kizhakekuttu,Women's Forum executive members, Prathibha Thachet, Sheeba Mutholam, Binu Edakarayil, Teena Kulangara, Bincy Poothurail and WF Board Members were also present at the lighting of the candles.
During the badging ceremony, Fr.Abraham Mutholam presented badges to all WF Executives and Board members for their hard work and contribution to the community during this term. The most talented couples Mr.Sibu Kulangara and Teena Kulangara, were the emcees of the event. They conducted variety of fun games and the winners are rewarded with gifts.
The essay competition winners Josmy Edukkutharayil and Shiny Viruthikulangara received their rewards during the event. Josmy is the winner of the Malayalam Essay competition and Shiny is the winner of the English Essay competition. Special appreciation was given to Sheeba Mutholam and Selma Nellamattam for selling the most raffle tickets for Project Deepti, a KCWFNA initiative.
The Bollywood line dance by Shingari's School of Rhythm was a great dancing experience for all who participated. Everyone took the pictures with the Instagram screen made by Jomole Cheriyathil. Angela Viruthikulangara was the photographer for the night. All those who attended, enjoyed the fun games, the seminar,the Bollywood line dance, and the delicious food. The participants appreciated the timeliness and complimented how much engaging and fun the games and activities were for the evening.
Thank you women's forum!
Sincerely,
Binu Edakarayil
General Secretary
The program started with a social hour and Women's Forum President Prathibha Thachet welcomed the crowd. The highlight of the event was the very enlightening and useful seminar by Dr. Sam George. He talked about how to maintain a healthy relationship in the marriage and gave many practical tips for a lasting and fulfilling marriage. Dr. George represents the Parivar International, a non-profit organization that works with the Indian- American families.
The event was inaugurated by Rev.Fr.Abraham Mutholam by lighting the candles. Chicago KCS President Mr.Jose Kaniyaly, KCS excutive team members Mr.Roy Nedumchira, Mr.Jeeno Kothaladiyil, Mr.Stephen Kizhakekuttu,Women's Forum executive members, Prathibha Thachet, Sheeba Mutholam, Binu Edakarayil, Teena Kulangara, Bincy Poothurail and WF Board Members were also present at the lighting of the candles.
During the badging ceremony, Fr.Abraham Mutholam presented badges to all WF Executives and Board members for their hard work and contribution to the community during this term. The most talented couples Mr.Sibu Kulangara and Teena Kulangara, were the emcees of the event. They conducted variety of fun games and the winners are rewarded with gifts.
The essay competition winners Josmy Edukkutharayil and Shiny Viruthikulangara received their rewards during the event. Josmy is the winner of the Malayalam Essay competition and Shiny is the winner of the English Essay competition. Special appreciation was given to Sheeba Mutholam and Selma Nellamattam for selling the most raffle tickets for Project Deepti, a KCWFNA initiative.
The Bollywood line dance by Shingari's School of Rhythm was a great dancing experience for all who participated. Everyone took the pictures with the Instagram screen made by Jomole Cheriyathil. Angela Viruthikulangara was the photographer for the night. All those who attended, enjoyed the fun games, the seminar,the Bollywood line dance, and the delicious food. The participants appreciated the timeliness and complimented how much engaging and fun the games and activities were for the evening.
Thank you women's forum!
Sincerely,
Binu Edakarayil
General Secretary
Chicago KCS Women's Forum Holiday Party: January 29, 2016
Knanaya night and seminar
Chicago KCWF has completed two big events recently. On Nov 7th we did a half-hour show named "Elsamma Enna Pennkutty" for the Knanaya Night 2015. It consisted of variety programs such as dances, skit, and Vanitha shingarimelam. Almost 65 participants were in this program. The essential message of this program was to encourage the women to be independent, to strive hard and to "help themselves" when they are faced with challenges. We would like to thank all participants in this program and hope it was a memorable event for you!
The next day Nov 8th, Chicago KCWF facilitated the BCM College Alumni meeting at the KCS Community Center and Prof. Sheela Stephen presided the meeting. She talked about the significance of the BCM College in the prosperity of Knanaya community. She remembered the women who completed their education in BCM and St. Stephen's Colleges and supported their families in the early 70s, 80s and 90s, which resulted in massive migration of our community members to Western Countries including USA, England and Australia. Many students and faculty of BCM also shared their experience in BCM college. We thank our board members Josmy Edukutharayil and Tessy Njaravellil for coordinating this event.
This was followed by a Seminar by Prof Sheela Stephen for the couples, "Thirayum Theeravum." Prof Sheela Stephen encouraged the couples to try to communicate with each other better and to lead a life based on Christian principles and to be role models to their children as the children are watching everything the adults do. She encouraged the couples to pray for each other and for our future generation. She encouraged the couples to listen to their "inner self'" when faced with peer pressure and challenges.
On the same day, Chicago KCWF also conducted a class for the parents to increase the awareness of the problem of Underage drinking among the teenagers. Dr Agimol Puthenpurayil led the class. She gave tips for the parents to communicate with the children. She also gave safety tips to follow and what to do when the kids are under peer pressure. The class was very informative and we thank Dr Agimol in leading the class. The parents also took home an informative brochure prepared by Mrs. Sheeba Mutholam on this topic for this KCWFNA initiative of increasing the awareness of Underage drinking.
Women's Forum is extremely grateful to all of our sponsors who made these events a reality!!
Sincerely,
Binu Edakarayil
General Secretary
Chicago KCWF
The next day Nov 8th, Chicago KCWF facilitated the BCM College Alumni meeting at the KCS Community Center and Prof. Sheela Stephen presided the meeting. She talked about the significance of the BCM College in the prosperity of Knanaya community. She remembered the women who completed their education in BCM and St. Stephen's Colleges and supported their families in the early 70s, 80s and 90s, which resulted in massive migration of our community members to Western Countries including USA, England and Australia. Many students and faculty of BCM also shared their experience in BCM college. We thank our board members Josmy Edukutharayil and Tessy Njaravellil for coordinating this event.
This was followed by a Seminar by Prof Sheela Stephen for the couples, "Thirayum Theeravum." Prof Sheela Stephen encouraged the couples to try to communicate with each other better and to lead a life based on Christian principles and to be role models to their children as the children are watching everything the adults do. She encouraged the couples to pray for each other and for our future generation. She encouraged the couples to listen to their "inner self'" when faced with peer pressure and challenges.
On the same day, Chicago KCWF also conducted a class for the parents to increase the awareness of the problem of Underage drinking among the teenagers. Dr Agimol Puthenpurayil led the class. She gave tips for the parents to communicate with the children. She also gave safety tips to follow and what to do when the kids are under peer pressure. The class was very informative and we thank Dr Agimol in leading the class. The parents also took home an informative brochure prepared by Mrs. Sheeba Mutholam on this topic for this KCWFNA initiative of increasing the awareness of Underage drinking.
Women's Forum is extremely grateful to all of our sponsors who made these events a reality!!
Sincerely,
Binu Edakarayil
General Secretary
Chicago KCWF
Essay contest winners
Announcing the Chicago KCWF Essay contest winners!!
Malayalam : 1st Prize winner is Josmy Edukkutharayil
English : 1st Prize winner is Shiny Viruthikulangara
Congratulations to both Josmy and Shiny!!
Malayalam : 1st Prize winner is Josmy Edukkutharayil
English : 1st Prize winner is Shiny Viruthikulangara
Congratulations to both Josmy and Shiny!!
Project Deepti
Project Deepti (Ray of Hope) is a KCWFNA Educational Scholarship Scheme to provide financial support for the education of Knanaya women admitted to professional courses. Education of women is the optimal way of empowering women. KCWFNA is thewomen's wing of KCCNA.
The amount endowed to the scholars, need not be paid back if the scholar finishes the professional course. To be eligible for this scholarship, the girls must be admitted to a professional program, must meet the financial-income criteria as described below, must be a member of a Knanaya parish, and be recommended by a Knanaya parish Vicar.
Applications will be approved by the KCWFNA executives.This scheme will be initiated (the principal will be deposited) the year of 2016-2017 from the profit generated from the raffle ticket sale done by KCWFNA executives and board members of the term 2015-2016.
The initial Scholarship will be provided using the interest generated in the year of 2017. Most eligible Scholars must meet the following criteria:
1. Admission to professional program after Plus 2 only in general merit (not capitation merit).
2. Professional courses can be Engineering, Nursing, Medicine, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Physical Therapy, Law, M Phil, Computer applications,Business Administration, Accounting or other equivalent courses.
3. Family income must be less than Rs 20,000 per month or Rs 2.5 lakhs per year.
4. Must be of Knanaya Origin.
5. Recommendation letter by a Knanaya parish Vicar.
6. Children of Widows or Handicapped girls will get special consideration for the scholarship.
7. Must provide proof of completion of the program once the course is done otherwise the scholar will be liable to pay back the money to KCWFNA.
8. Proof of annual household income must be provided from the Panchayat office.
Each year, female scholars in the community will be selected and provided a scholarship from the interest generated. The interest will be equally divided among the scholars. The same student can apply for a maximum of 3 times for this scholarship. The trustees of this Scheme shall be the contemporaneous KCWFNA Executives.
Upcoming KCWFNA executives can add to the principal amount as years go by to increase the principal amount (thus increasing the interest rate) and or the number of girls that are being helped.
In any case if this scheme is discontinued, the principal amount must only be donated for a non profit organization that provides education for the women in the Knanaya Community and be used for educational purpose only. KCCNA officers must be updated on any deposits and any withdrawals of this account.
Thank you,
KCWFNA Executive Committee
The amount endowed to the scholars, need not be paid back if the scholar finishes the professional course. To be eligible for this scholarship, the girls must be admitted to a professional program, must meet the financial-income criteria as described below, must be a member of a Knanaya parish, and be recommended by a Knanaya parish Vicar.
Applications will be approved by the KCWFNA executives.This scheme will be initiated (the principal will be deposited) the year of 2016-2017 from the profit generated from the raffle ticket sale done by KCWFNA executives and board members of the term 2015-2016.
The initial Scholarship will be provided using the interest generated in the year of 2017. Most eligible Scholars must meet the following criteria:
1. Admission to professional program after Plus 2 only in general merit (not capitation merit).
2. Professional courses can be Engineering, Nursing, Medicine, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Physical Therapy, Law, M Phil, Computer applications,Business Administration, Accounting or other equivalent courses.
3. Family income must be less than Rs 20,000 per month or Rs 2.5 lakhs per year.
4. Must be of Knanaya Origin.
5. Recommendation letter by a Knanaya parish Vicar.
6. Children of Widows or Handicapped girls will get special consideration for the scholarship.
7. Must provide proof of completion of the program once the course is done otherwise the scholar will be liable to pay back the money to KCWFNA.
8. Proof of annual household income must be provided from the Panchayat office.
Each year, female scholars in the community will be selected and provided a scholarship from the interest generated. The interest will be equally divided among the scholars. The same student can apply for a maximum of 3 times for this scholarship. The trustees of this Scheme shall be the contemporaneous KCWFNA Executives.
Upcoming KCWFNA executives can add to the principal amount as years go by to increase the principal amount (thus increasing the interest rate) and or the number of girls that are being helped.
In any case if this scheme is discontinued, the principal amount must only be donated for a non profit organization that provides education for the women in the Knanaya Community and be used for educational purpose only. KCCNA officers must be updated on any deposits and any withdrawals of this account.
Thank you,
KCWFNA Executive Committee
Underage Drinking: The Role of A Parent
Underage drinking awareness campaign, a KCWFNA initiative. Please see the brochure prepared to increase nation-wide awareness of this issue. The data presented in this brochure reflects the general American population in this age group.
Special thanks to Mrs. Sheeba Mutholam, Chicago KCWF Vice President 2015-2016 for her dedication to Women's Forum.
Special thanks to Mrs. Sheeba Mutholam, Chicago KCWF Vice President 2015-2016 for her dedication to Women's Forum.
| Underage Drinking Awareness Brochure |
Essay contest for Women's Forum members
Chicago KCWF is conducting an Essay contest for the WF members. Please pick ONE topic listed below.
Topics for the Contest:
If you were to write the story of your life until now, what would you title it and why? How do you define yourself?
OR
Pick one woman in history or fiction to converse with for an hour and explain your choice. What would you talk about?
Rules for the Contest:
Essay contest is for WF members, 21 and up if married OR 25 and up if unmarried.
Essays can be written in English or Malayalam.
Last day of submission is 10/10/15. Submit to the email ID: [email protected]
Essays will be judged on the following criteria:
Essays must be 1,000 – 1,500 words.
Applicants must use proper grammar and spelling in the essay.
Applicants are not permitted to include any forms of media other than plain text in their essays, such as photos, diagrams, or charts.
Essays must be typed in 12 point Times New Roman font, double spaced.
Essays must be the original work of the applicant. Essays must neither have been entered in another competition nor have been published previously in any form or sold for publication.
Applicants may opt to cite external references in their essays, such as statistics or quotes. All external references must be properly cited as parenthetical citations, footnotes, or endnotes. Footnotes and citations will not be counted as part of the essay.
Thank you,
Women's Forum Executive Team
Topics for the Contest:
If you were to write the story of your life until now, what would you title it and why? How do you define yourself?
OR
Pick one woman in history or fiction to converse with for an hour and explain your choice. What would you talk about?
Rules for the Contest:
Essay contest is for WF members, 21 and up if married OR 25 and up if unmarried.
Essays can be written in English or Malayalam.
Last day of submission is 10/10/15. Submit to the email ID: [email protected]
Essays will be judged on the following criteria:
- Creativity & originality
- Persuasiveness
- Grammar & spelling
- Understanding of subject matter
- Relevancy of response to topic question
Essays must be 1,000 – 1,500 words.
Applicants must use proper grammar and spelling in the essay.
Applicants are not permitted to include any forms of media other than plain text in their essays, such as photos, diagrams, or charts.
Essays must be typed in 12 point Times New Roman font, double spaced.
Essays must be the original work of the applicant. Essays must neither have been entered in another competition nor have been published previously in any form or sold for publication.
Applicants may opt to cite external references in their essays, such as statistics or quotes. All external references must be properly cited as parenthetical citations, footnotes, or endnotes. Footnotes and citations will not be counted as part of the essay.
Thank you,
Women's Forum Executive Team
Vanitha Sargamela 2015
KCS Chicago Women's Forum conducted a Sargamela, on Saturday, May 2 at the Community Center.It was a fun-filled day with saree & jewelry sale,painting exhibition,vegetable carving, recipe presentation, yoga session, and food. The saree & jewelry sale started around 12:00 pm followed by the meeting and the lamp lighting .The meeting started with a prayer song by Sindhu Pulickathottiyil and the Sargamela is officially inaugurated by Gracy Vachachira, former National Women's Forum President. Meyamma Vettikat, former KCS Prsident, and the WF executive members were present during the lighting of the lamp.
During the meeting,Shiny Viruthikulangara demonstrated the recipe of Banana bread,Michelle Edukkuthara presented the recipe of Plasma Cake and Bini Theccanat explained how to make a table centerpiece from fresh flowers .The tasty main dish items are prepared by Lucy Kaniyaly,Saba Nedumchira,Prathibha Thachet,Teena Kulangara,Bincy Poothurail,and Binu Edakarayil. The yummy snacks are prepared by Liza Panayaparambil,Selma Nellamattam and Anitha Panayaparambil. The mouthwatering deserts are prepared by Teena Kulangara, Shila Mullapally, Deepa Thekkumkattil, Simi Kizhakekuttu,Shini Viruthikulangara,Michelle Edukkuthara and Samaya Thekkumkattil. Vinitha Perikalathil prepared and served the fruit punch for everyone.The beautiful paintings and drawings by Jomole Cheriyathil and Prathibha Thachet were displayed. Everyone enjoyed an hour long yoga session by Body & Brain Yoga Center.The earrings and necklaces crafted by Lucy Kaniyaly and Jomole Cheriyathil were very beautiful.All the Women's Forum Board members , Kavya Vettikat ,Emily Thachet and Olivia Kulangara helped us with photos,saree sale and all other arrangements in the community center.
All the proceeds of this fund raising event will be used for Women's Forum activities and for donations to charitable organizations that help women in US or in India.We appreciate the generous support of the following sponsors:
Kuruvilla & Susan Edukkutharayil
Biju & Dolly Kizhakkekuttu
Jaimon & Shini Nanthikattu
George & Lissy Thottapuram
Jaibu & Alamma Kulangara
Joy & Fincy Nediyakalayil
Thampi & Shiny Viruthikulangara
Febin & Manju Kaniyaly
Benni & Ani Vachachira
Sibi & Anisha Kadalimattam
Jessmon & Nisha Puramadathil
Cyriac & Siju Koovakattil
Jose & Mary Pinarkayil
Sanju & Sindhu Pulickathottiyil
During the meeting,Shiny Viruthikulangara demonstrated the recipe of Banana bread,Michelle Edukkuthara presented the recipe of Plasma Cake and Bini Theccanat explained how to make a table centerpiece from fresh flowers .The tasty main dish items are prepared by Lucy Kaniyaly,Saba Nedumchira,Prathibha Thachet,Teena Kulangara,Bincy Poothurail,and Binu Edakarayil. The yummy snacks are prepared by Liza Panayaparambil,Selma Nellamattam and Anitha Panayaparambil. The mouthwatering deserts are prepared by Teena Kulangara, Shila Mullapally, Deepa Thekkumkattil, Simi Kizhakekuttu,Shini Viruthikulangara,Michelle Edukkuthara and Samaya Thekkumkattil. Vinitha Perikalathil prepared and served the fruit punch for everyone.The beautiful paintings and drawings by Jomole Cheriyathil and Prathibha Thachet were displayed. Everyone enjoyed an hour long yoga session by Body & Brain Yoga Center.The earrings and necklaces crafted by Lucy Kaniyaly and Jomole Cheriyathil were very beautiful.All the Women's Forum Board members , Kavya Vettikat ,Emily Thachet and Olivia Kulangara helped us with photos,saree sale and all other arrangements in the community center.
All the proceeds of this fund raising event will be used for Women's Forum activities and for donations to charitable organizations that help women in US or in India.We appreciate the generous support of the following sponsors:
Kuruvilla & Susan Edukkutharayil
Biju & Dolly Kizhakkekuttu
Jaimon & Shini Nanthikattu
George & Lissy Thottapuram
Jaibu & Alamma Kulangara
Joy & Fincy Nediyakalayil
Thampi & Shiny Viruthikulangara
Febin & Manju Kaniyaly
Benni & Ani Vachachira
Sibi & Anisha Kadalimattam
Jessmon & Nisha Puramadathil
Cyriac & Siju Koovakattil
Jose & Mary Pinarkayil
Sanju & Sindhu Pulickathottiyil
Vanitha SargaMela - 05/02/2015
Chicago KCWF is conducting “ Vanitha SargaMela 2015”, a Creative Arts Fair for the ladies on May 2nd at the KCS Community Center. Please come and support the ladies as they show case their talents such as cooking, cake decoration, vegetable carving, painting, Jewelry making and much more. There will be entertainment and games by the ladies such Chiriarangu and live music. Ladies can relax with a Yoga class as well. We are also planning a Saree and Jewelry sale on that day too!! Those interested please contact us before April 15th.
Thank you,
Binu Edakara
General Secretary, Chicago KCWF
Thank you,
Binu Edakara
General Secretary, Chicago KCWF
New KCWFNA President - Prathibha Thachett
Prathibha Thachet was selected as the KCWFNA President with no oppositions on 1/28/15. She has been an active member of KCS Chicago since 1992. She has served as the Kids Club coordinator, KCJL coordinator, Chicago KCWF and national KCWFNA Joint Secretary during the term 2011-2012. She has also served in many committees both locally and at national conventions. She was the Chair-Person of the Opening Ceremony and KCJL/Kids club activities committee for the 2014 KCCNA Convention. She also serves as the Legislative Member of KCS Chicago, and was the entertainment Chairperson of 2014. She has also been a CCD teacher of the St. Mary's Knanaya Catholic Church.
KCS Activity Inauguration - KCS Women's Forum Dance & Fashion Show - 02/14/2015
KCS Women's Forum Holiday Party - 01/24/2015
KCS Chicago Women's Forum held their Holiday Party on January 24, 2015 at Atlantis Banquets in Arlington Heights. The event was a grant success with the participation of
around 175 people. The program started with a fun warm up game, asking funny Malayalam questions . Binu Edakarayil, KCS WF Secretary and Teena Kulangara, KCS WF Joint Secretary > were the emcees for the event. Jomole Cheriyathil, Previous KCS WF Vice president introduced the emcees to the gathering .
The meeting started with a Prayer song by Brenda Edukuthara and followed by Welcome speech by Sheeba Mutholam, KCS WF Vice President, Presidential address by Chinu Thottam, Previous KCS WF President and Report by Betty Mullapallil,Previous KCS WF Joint Secretary.
The meeting continued with the inaugural speech by Rev.Fr.Abraham Mutholath, and the lighting of the candles by Fr.Abraham Mutholath, accompanied by Chicago KCS President,Mr.Jose Kaniyaly, Rev.Fr.Suni Padinjarekara, Chinu Thottam, and Prathibha Thachett .
In her acceptance speech, Prathibha Thachet, KCS WF Prsident, assured that all our activities will uphold the Women's Forum Motto' Women Empowering Women', with her team members for the coming term.The exchange of positions from the previous office bearers to the new office bearers was done by exchanging the candles.
The felicitations are given by Mr.Jose Kaniyaly and Rev.Fr.Suni Padinjarekara. The KCS excutive team members Mr.Roy Nedumchira, Mr.Jeeno Kothaladiyil,Mr.Sunny Idiyalil and Mr.Stephen Kizhakekuttu were also present during the event.
The new Women's Forum executive presented flowers to all the former Women's Forum executives, Chinu Thottam,Gracy Vachachira, Della Nediyakalayail, Jaya,Kulangara, Susan Edukkuthara, Mercy Thirunelliparambil, Salykutty Kulangara, Sibi Kadiampally, Jomol Theccanatt, Chinnamma Njaravelil, and Sibia Viruthikulangara, and the KCS executives, Meyamma Vettikattil, Mary Karapilly, and Ruby Puthenparambil , to show our appreciation for their valuable contribution to our community.Meeting concluded with the Vote of Thanks by Bincy Poothurail, KCS WF treasurer. Everyone who came greatly enjoyed the fun games, the Hawaiian dance session, and the delicious food.
Manju Manappallil was the Photographer of the evening.
Binu Edakara,
Secretary
around 175 people. The program started with a fun warm up game, asking funny Malayalam questions . Binu Edakarayil, KCS WF Secretary and Teena Kulangara, KCS WF Joint Secretary > were the emcees for the event. Jomole Cheriyathil, Previous KCS WF Vice president introduced the emcees to the gathering .
The meeting started with a Prayer song by Brenda Edukuthara and followed by Welcome speech by Sheeba Mutholam, KCS WF Vice President, Presidential address by Chinu Thottam, Previous KCS WF President and Report by Betty Mullapallil,Previous KCS WF Joint Secretary.
The meeting continued with the inaugural speech by Rev.Fr.Abraham Mutholath, and the lighting of the candles by Fr.Abraham Mutholath, accompanied by Chicago KCS President,Mr.Jose Kaniyaly, Rev.Fr.Suni Padinjarekara, Chinu Thottam, and Prathibha Thachett .
In her acceptance speech, Prathibha Thachet, KCS WF Prsident, assured that all our activities will uphold the Women's Forum Motto' Women Empowering Women', with her team members for the coming term.The exchange of positions from the previous office bearers to the new office bearers was done by exchanging the candles.
The felicitations are given by Mr.Jose Kaniyaly and Rev.Fr.Suni Padinjarekara. The KCS excutive team members Mr.Roy Nedumchira, Mr.Jeeno Kothaladiyil,Mr.Sunny Idiyalil and Mr.Stephen Kizhakekuttu were also present during the event.
The new Women's Forum executive presented flowers to all the former Women's Forum executives, Chinu Thottam,Gracy Vachachira, Della Nediyakalayail, Jaya,Kulangara, Susan Edukkuthara, Mercy Thirunelliparambil, Salykutty Kulangara, Sibi Kadiampally, Jomol Theccanatt, Chinnamma Njaravelil, and Sibia Viruthikulangara, and the KCS executives, Meyamma Vettikattil, Mary Karapilly, and Ruby Puthenparambil , to show our appreciation for their valuable contribution to our community.Meeting concluded with the Vote of Thanks by Bincy Poothurail, KCS WF treasurer. Everyone who came greatly enjoyed the fun games, the Hawaiian dance session, and the delicious food.
Manju Manappallil was the Photographer of the evening.
Binu Edakara,
Secretary
KCS WOMEN'S FORUM HOLIDAY PARTY - 01/24/2015
Dec 6th, 2014 - Womens Forum General Body/Minutes of the meeting
Dear all,
Chicago KCS Women’s Forum Seminar on Domestic Violence and a Women's Forum General Body was held on 12/6/14 at the Community Center. Radhika Shah from the Apna Ghar Foundation of Chicago presented the seminar on the prevalence of Domestic Violence among the South Asian Women and the provided very informative session on the resources available for the South Asian Women in Chicago. It was an eye-opener for all the members attended and appreciated the efforts of this great Organization and Chicago Women's Forum under the leadership of Chinu Thottam in organizing this seminar.
Following the seminar was the General Body, presided by Chinu Thottam. Current KCS President and the newly elected KCS executive members were present. Mr. George Thottapuram gave an overview of the Women's Forum and appreciated the hard work of Chinu Thottam, Jomole Cheriyathil, Jane Mundaplackal, Betty Mullappally, & Anitha Panayaparambil.
After that the names of the new Women's Forum executives were nominated by the current executive and with no opposition the following members were appointed for the next two years. Prathibha Thachet (President), Sheeba Mutholam (Vice President), Binu Edakarayil (Secretary), Teeena Kulangara (Joint Secretary), Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer).
Mr. Jose Kaniyaly congratulated the new Women's Forum executive and wished them the best and offered his full support for the future activities of Women's Forum. Prathibha Thachet announced her team members and presented the board to the General body.
Women’s Forum Executives
1. Prathibha Thachet (President)
2. Sheeba Mutholam (VP)
3. Binu Edakara (Secretary)
4. Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
5. Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer)
Board members
1. Anisha Kadalimattom
2. Liza Panayaparambil
3. Elamma Chollampel
4. Samaya Thekkumkkattil
5. Mittu Edukuthara
6. Josmy Edukuthara
7. Vineetha Perikalathil
8. Bini Theccanat
9. Anice Menmattathil
10. Selma Nellamattom
11. Shila Mullappally
12. Deni Pullappally
13. Dally Kadamurayil
14. Lucy Kaniyaly
15. Saba Nedumchira
16. Beena Kothaladi
17. Mercy Idiyali
18. Cimi Kizhakkekkuttu
Advisory committee
1.Tessy Njaravelly
2.Agimol Puthenpurayil
3.Chinu Thottam
4.Mary Alumkal
5.Nancy Chakumkal
Thank you,
Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
For Chicago KCS WF 2015-2016
Chicago KCS Women’s Forum Seminar on Domestic Violence and a Women's Forum General Body was held on 12/6/14 at the Community Center. Radhika Shah from the Apna Ghar Foundation of Chicago presented the seminar on the prevalence of Domestic Violence among the South Asian Women and the provided very informative session on the resources available for the South Asian Women in Chicago. It was an eye-opener for all the members attended and appreciated the efforts of this great Organization and Chicago Women's Forum under the leadership of Chinu Thottam in organizing this seminar.
Following the seminar was the General Body, presided by Chinu Thottam. Current KCS President and the newly elected KCS executive members were present. Mr. George Thottapuram gave an overview of the Women's Forum and appreciated the hard work of Chinu Thottam, Jomole Cheriyathil, Jane Mundaplackal, Betty Mullappally, & Anitha Panayaparambil.
After that the names of the new Women's Forum executives were nominated by the current executive and with no opposition the following members were appointed for the next two years. Prathibha Thachet (President), Sheeba Mutholam (Vice President), Binu Edakarayil (Secretary), Teeena Kulangara (Joint Secretary), Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer).
Mr. Jose Kaniyaly congratulated the new Women's Forum executive and wished them the best and offered his full support for the future activities of Women's Forum. Prathibha Thachet announced her team members and presented the board to the General body.
Women’s Forum Executives
1. Prathibha Thachet (President)
2. Sheeba Mutholam (VP)
3. Binu Edakara (Secretary)
4. Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
5. Bincy Poothurail (Treasurer)
Board members
1. Anisha Kadalimattom
2. Liza Panayaparambil
3. Elamma Chollampel
4. Samaya Thekkumkkattil
5. Mittu Edukuthara
6. Josmy Edukuthara
7. Vineetha Perikalathil
8. Bini Theccanat
9. Anice Menmattathil
10. Selma Nellamattom
11. Shila Mullappally
12. Deni Pullappally
13. Dally Kadamurayil
14. Lucy Kaniyaly
15. Saba Nedumchira
16. Beena Kothaladi
17. Mercy Idiyali
18. Cimi Kizhakkekkuttu
Advisory committee
1.Tessy Njaravelly
2.Agimol Puthenpurayil
3.Chinu Thottam
4.Mary Alumkal
5.Nancy Chakumkal
Thank you,
Teena Kulangara (Joint Secretary)
For Chicago KCS WF 2015-2016
March 31st, 2014 - Cancer Fund Charity by Womens Forum
Hello everyone,
With the onset of Lenten season and keeping afloat Women's Forums commitments to help the needy, we have decided to make a donation from our charity fund to a cancer patient in our community, here or in India, who is currently undergoing treatment and is looking for financial help. If you think you know or have heard of someone who is in need, please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] OR call Jane Mundaplackil at 847-533-5919 before Mar 31st, 2014.
Your one act of kindness can help a family in need.
Thank You.
On behalf of KCS Chicago Women's Forum Executive Board,
Jane Mundaplackil, Secretary KCS Chicago Women's Forum
With the onset of Lenten season and keeping afloat Women's Forums commitments to help the needy, we have decided to make a donation from our charity fund to a cancer patient in our community, here or in India, who is currently undergoing treatment and is looking for financial help. If you think you know or have heard of someone who is in need, please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] OR call Jane Mundaplackil at 847-533-5919 before Mar 31st, 2014.
Your one act of kindness can help a family in need.
Thank You.
On behalf of KCS Chicago Women's Forum Executive Board,
Jane Mundaplackil, Secretary KCS Chicago Women's Forum
Women's Forum Holiday party - Jan 25th, 2014 (Saturday)
KCS Chicago Women's Forum Holiday Party will be held on Saturday, Jan 25th, 2014 at 5:30p.m at Holiday Inn, 200 East Rand Road, Mount Prospect, IL – 60056.
More details will be coming in the upcoming newsletter. We cordially invite all Knanaya women to come an attend an evening filled with fun, frolic and laughter with your beloved Knanaya family and friends.We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who graciously contributed to our national fund raising in lieu of assisting needy widows and children from our community. Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have sold almost all of our raffle tickets. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed their recipes to the Knanaya cookbook. We look forward to your continued support and wish you a very merry holiday season ahead.Thank You.
Jane Mundaplackil
Secretary for KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
More details will be coming in the upcoming newsletter. We cordially invite all Knanaya women to come an attend an evening filled with fun, frolic and laughter with your beloved Knanaya family and friends.We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who graciously contributed to our national fund raising in lieu of assisting needy widows and children from our community. Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have sold almost all of our raffle tickets. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed their recipes to the Knanaya cookbook. We look forward to your continued support and wish you a very merry holiday season ahead.Thank You.
Jane Mundaplackil
Secretary for KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
KCS Chicago Women's Forum initiative
Hello everyone,
With the onset of Lenten season and keeping afloat Women's Forums commitments to help the needy, we have decided to make a donation from our charity fund to a cancer patient in our community, here or in India, who is currently undergoing treatment and is looking for financial help. If you think you know or have heard of someone who is in need, please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] OR call Jane Mundaplackil at 847-533-5919 before Mar 31st, 2014.
Your one act of kindness can help a family in need.
Thank You.
On behalf of KCS Chicago Women's Forum Executive Board,
Jane Mundaplackil, Secretary KCS Chicago Women's Forum
With the onset of Lenten season and keeping afloat Women's Forums commitments to help the needy, we have decided to make a donation from our charity fund to a cancer patient in our community, here or in India, who is currently undergoing treatment and is looking for financial help. If you think you know or have heard of someone who is in need, please feel free to send us an email at [email protected] OR call Jane Mundaplackil at 847-533-5919 before Mar 31st, 2014.
Your one act of kindness can help a family in need.
Thank You.
On behalf of KCS Chicago Women's Forum Executive Board,
Jane Mundaplackil, Secretary KCS Chicago Women's Forum
Women's Forum Holiday party - Jan 25th, 2014 (Saturday)
KCS Chicago Women's Forum Holiday Party will be held on Saturday, Jan 25th, 2014 at 5:30 P.M at Holiday Inn, 200 East Rand Road, Mount Prospect, IL – 60056.
More details will be coming in the upcoming newsletter. We cordially invite all Knanaya women to come an attend an evening filled with fun, frolic and laughter with your beloved Knanaya family and friends.We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who graciously contributed to our national fund raising in lieu of assisting needy widows and children from our community. Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have sold almost all of our raffle tickets. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed their recipes to the Knanaya cookbook. We look forward to your continued support and wish you a very merry holiday season ahead.Thank You.
Jane Mundaplackil
Secretary for KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
More details will be coming in the upcoming newsletter. We cordially invite all Knanaya women to come an attend an evening filled with fun, frolic and laughter with your beloved Knanaya family and friends.We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who graciously contributed to our national fund raising in lieu of assisting needy widows and children from our community. Thanks to your overwhelming response, we have sold almost all of our raffle tickets. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed their recipes to the Knanaya cookbook. We look forward to your continued support and wish you a very merry holiday season ahead.Thank You.
Jane Mundaplackil
Secretary for KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
KCWFNA - Recipes for Cook Book
Hi All,
KCWFNA is collecting recipes for our “Knanaya Cook Book” which will be published during our 2014 KCCNA convention. We would like to publish at
least 250 authentic Kerala/Indian recipes. We divided the number of recipes among all units and chicago can send 25 recipes. The recipes will be published along with the owners name and photograph.
Please e-mail your recipes to [email protected] ASAP. Once collected, we will look for repetition and contact you accordingly. Please send recipes for Main dishes, side dishes, appetizers, and desserts (authentic Kerala / knanaya dishes preferred). It is “first come first serve” so, send in your best recipes to get a spot in our one and only “Knanaya Cook Book”.
Thank you,
For KCWFNA
Chinu Thottam, Vice President
KCWFNA is collecting recipes for our “Knanaya Cook Book” which will be published during our 2014 KCCNA convention. We would like to publish at
least 250 authentic Kerala/Indian recipes. We divided the number of recipes among all units and chicago can send 25 recipes. The recipes will be published along with the owners name and photograph.
Please e-mail your recipes to [email protected] ASAP. Once collected, we will look for repetition and contact you accordingly. Please send recipes for Main dishes, side dishes, appetizers, and desserts (authentic Kerala / knanaya dishes preferred). It is “first come first serve” so, send in your best recipes to get a spot in our one and only “Knanaya Cook Book”.
Thank you,
For KCWFNA
Chinu Thottam, Vice President
Knanaya Night Dance Practices - Registration Open
CO-ORDINATED BY KCS WOMENS FORUM
Dear all,
KCS Women’s Forum is organizing a 20 minute dance/fashion show for knanaya night on October 26th 2013 choreographed by Shingari’s School of Rhythm with the theme of different stages of a Woman. This program will include kids (boys and girls) and adults (men and Women) of all ages and if you or your child would like to participate in the show please e-mail at [email protected]. With all of your cooperation and participation we can make this an amazing show.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women’s Forum Board
CO-ORDINATED BY KCJL
Dear all,
KCJL is planning to do a 10 minute program for Knanaya Night on 10/26/13. This will include a dance by Thomas Ottakkunnel and a skit by the kids. Boys and girls who are interested in doing the dance and the skit and are in the grades 5th through 8th, please contact us. Classes will be starting soon.
Thank you,
KCJL Coordinators
Prathibha Thachet, (224)805-2433, [email protected]
Rajesh Kizhakkethil, (847)345-3552, [email protected]
Dear all,
KCS Women’s Forum is organizing a 20 minute dance/fashion show for knanaya night on October 26th 2013 choreographed by Shingari’s School of Rhythm with the theme of different stages of a Woman. This program will include kids (boys and girls) and adults (men and Women) of all ages and if you or your child would like to participate in the show please e-mail at [email protected]. With all of your cooperation and participation we can make this an amazing show.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women’s Forum Board
CO-ORDINATED BY KCJL
Dear all,
KCJL is planning to do a 10 minute program for Knanaya Night on 10/26/13. This will include a dance by Thomas Ottakkunnel and a skit by the kids. Boys and girls who are interested in doing the dance and the skit and are in the grades 5th through 8th, please contact us. Classes will be starting soon.
Thank you,
KCJL Coordinators
Prathibha Thachet, (224)805-2433, [email protected]
Rajesh Kizhakkethil, (847)345-3552, [email protected]
Cancer awareness at KCS Picnic - June 23rd, 2013
Dear All
Breast cancer touches the lives of everyone from every background and in every community across our Nation, including our knanaya community. Though we have made great strides in combating this devastating illness, more than 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and tens of thousands are expected to lose their lives to the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget
to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. With the theme of Breast cancer awareness KCS Women’s Forum will be conducting a play for life tournament on June 23rd with the KCS Picnic starting at 1200 noon.
There will be a throw ball tournament for Ladies and a Kapadi tournament for the Guys. Everyone who registers to play will pay $5 and the money collected will be donated to American cancer society for cancer research and better treatments. We request all of you to come and support us, register to play in a team or sponsor someone to play.
Remember to PLAY if you CARE, more people play more lives can be saved
from this tragic disease. Women's Forum will also have other activities such as cotton candy, ice cream, t-shirt sales and educational handouts for ladies on breast cancer awareness. So please come by for a day of family fun for a Noble cause.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
Breast cancer touches the lives of everyone from every background and in every community across our Nation, including our knanaya community. Though we have made great strides in combating this devastating illness, more than 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and tens of thousands are expected to lose their lives to the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget
to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. With the theme of Breast cancer awareness KCS Women’s Forum will be conducting a play for life tournament on June 23rd with the KCS Picnic starting at 1200 noon.
There will be a throw ball tournament for Ladies and a Kapadi tournament for the Guys. Everyone who registers to play will pay $5 and the money collected will be donated to American cancer society for cancer research and better treatments. We request all of you to come and support us, register to play in a team or sponsor someone to play.
Remember to PLAY if you CARE, more people play more lives can be saved
from this tragic disease. Women's Forum will also have other activities such as cotton candy, ice cream, t-shirt sales and educational handouts for ladies on breast cancer awareness. So please come by for a day of family fun for a Noble cause.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
Report of Charity baby shower - April 7th, 2013
KCS Chicago Women’s Forum conducted a Charity Baby Shower on April 7th
3pm-7pm at the community center. The purpose of the event was to collect baby items and donate, for the poor babies who have been saved from the brutal act of abortion and brought to life through the Women’s Center of Chicago. The Event started with a silent prayer remembering the souls of innocent babies who has been murdered in their mother’s womb thru abortion, followed by a special message from KCS President Mr. George Thottapuram. It was an evening filled with great food and games where around 75 ladies and kids participated. Three minivans full of baby items were collected and donated to the Women’s Center Chicago. It was one of the most fun and rewarding experience for all the people who attended. KCS Chicago Women’s Forum would like to thank all the people for their generous donations and their participation
For Womens Forum,
Chinu Thottam
3pm-7pm at the community center. The purpose of the event was to collect baby items and donate, for the poor babies who have been saved from the brutal act of abortion and brought to life through the Women’s Center of Chicago. The Event started with a silent prayer remembering the souls of innocent babies who has been murdered in their mother’s womb thru abortion, followed by a special message from KCS President Mr. George Thottapuram. It was an evening filled with great food and games where around 75 ladies and kids participated. Three minivans full of baby items were collected and donated to the Women’s Center Chicago. It was one of the most fun and rewarding experience for all the people who attended. KCS Chicago Women’s Forum would like to thank all the people for their generous donations and their participation
For Womens Forum,
Chinu Thottam
COMMENT RECEIVED
1. FROM EX-KCCNA PRESIDENT - "What a great idea for a noble cause. Hearty congratulations to all who were behind the idea and executing it!!! I sincerely hope that our community will participate more and more in such mainstream activities in North America which will make our kids proud about our community and will make ourselves visible in public as a responsible citizens who “give back” to the society we live while being great example to our next generation. "
Shiens Akasala
2. FROM SHEENA LUKOSE - Thank you again Women's Forum leaders for initiating such an endeavor. We are called to help those in need and never judge. We ought to applaud the women who had the courage to seek help from the Women's Center at such difficult times and choose life for their babies! Looking forward to helping these courageous mothers and their babies!
Thank you,
Sheena E. Lukose
1. FROM EX-KCCNA PRESIDENT - "What a great idea for a noble cause. Hearty congratulations to all who were behind the idea and executing it!!! I sincerely hope that our community will participate more and more in such mainstream activities in North America which will make our kids proud about our community and will make ourselves visible in public as a responsible citizens who “give back” to the society we live while being great example to our next generation. "
Shiens Akasala
2. FROM SHEENA LUKOSE - Thank you again Women's Forum leaders for initiating such an endeavor. We are called to help those in need and never judge. We ought to applaud the women who had the courage to seek help from the Women's Center at such difficult times and choose life for their babies! Looking forward to helping these courageous mothers and their babies!
Thank you,
Sheena E. Lukose
Charity Baby Shower Drive - April 7th, 2013 (Sunday)
KCS Chicago Women’s forum is hosting a charity Baby Shower drive on Sunday April 7th from 3pm-7pm at the community center.
It will be an evening filled with fun games, and food (donated by Usmania and Tava Restaurants) for a good cause. Baby items collected will be donated to the less fortunate Women and their babies at the Women's center Chicago, an organization run by Volunteers and Charity. Their purpose is to reach desperate young women with a message of hope and help. Many young ladies and families are tempted to use abortion to solve the problem of an unexpected pregnancy--resulting in greater long term physical, emotional, and spiritual damage to the participants, as well as the death of the unborn child. At the Women's Center, they counsel mothers from abortion and help them with their pregnancy, delivery and care of mother and child after birth. Here is there website if you would like more information: http://www.womens-center.org/.
Items they are in need are Diapers sizes Newborn, 1 & 5, outfits, sleepers, onesies (sizes newborn to 12 months for boys & girls) receiving blankets, bibs, baby bath wash & shampoo, towels & washcloths, and baby wipes. They also accept used
items in good condition , Maternity clothing, clothing for mom (average age is 22yrs. old), clothing for children up to size 12, infant car seats, infant strollers, fixed-side cribs, bouncers, pack ‘n play. We invite all knanaya Women to come and support this event, and to donate items if you are not able to attend.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women’s Forum Board.
It will be an evening filled with fun games, and food (donated by Usmania and Tava Restaurants) for a good cause. Baby items collected will be donated to the less fortunate Women and their babies at the Women's center Chicago, an organization run by Volunteers and Charity. Their purpose is to reach desperate young women with a message of hope and help. Many young ladies and families are tempted to use abortion to solve the problem of an unexpected pregnancy--resulting in greater long term physical, emotional, and spiritual damage to the participants, as well as the death of the unborn child. At the Women's Center, they counsel mothers from abortion and help them with their pregnancy, delivery and care of mother and child after birth. Here is there website if you would like more information: http://www.womens-center.org/.
Items they are in need are Diapers sizes Newborn, 1 & 5, outfits, sleepers, onesies (sizes newborn to 12 months for boys & girls) receiving blankets, bibs, baby bath wash & shampoo, towels & washcloths, and baby wipes. They also accept used
items in good condition , Maternity clothing, clothing for mom (average age is 22yrs. old), clothing for children up to size 12, infant car seats, infant strollers, fixed-side cribs, bouncers, pack ‘n play. We invite all knanaya Women to come and support this event, and to donate items if you are not able to attend.
Thank you
KCS Chicago Women’s Forum Board.
New KCWFNA Executive Vice-President - Chinnu Thottam
Chicago KCS is highly excited to announce to our members that Chinnu Thottam, Chicago KCS Women’s Forum President, has been elected as the new Executive Vice- President of Knanaya Catholic Women’s Forum of North America (KCWFNA).
As we know, she is a well-known choreographer, a dancer with an exceptional talent and a leader with excellent organizational skills. Previously, she had served as a KCCNA National Council Member.
We congratulate her on her new achievement and wish her all the best in her new endeavor! We believe that her presence in the national level will take KCWFNA to new heights.
As we know, she is a well-known choreographer, a dancer with an exceptional talent and a leader with excellent organizational skills. Previously, she had served as a KCCNA National Council Member.
We congratulate her on her new achievement and wish her all the best in her new endeavor! We believe that her presence in the national level will take KCWFNA to new heights.
Womens Forum Entertainment program - Feb 9th, 2013
KCS Chicago Women's forum is planning a 10 minute entertainment program including singing, dancing and a fashion show for the KCS Pravarthanolkadanam on sunday February 10th evening at the community center. If you are interested in participating please e-mail us at [email protected]. We will be starting the practices soon.
Thank you, KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
Thank you, KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board.
KCS Women's forum holiday party - A report
KCS Chicago Women’s forum held their Holiday celebration on January 12th 2013 at Holiday Inn, Mount Prospect. Around 150 people participated in this event and made this event a grant success.
Jeny Erikat and Ann Karikulam were the Master of ceremony for the event. The meeting part of the celebration started with a prayer song by Brinda Edukkuthara and Bini Chalungal, followed by Welcome speech by Della Nediakalayil outgoing KCS Chicago Women’s forum vice president, ecretary report by Lissy Thottapuram KCS Chicago and National Women’s forum secretary for the last 2 years, Presidential address by Gracy Vachachira KCS Chicago and National Women’s forum President for the
last 2 years. Chinu Thottam the next KCS Women’s forum president said the acceptance speech and introduced her new executive board. Meeting continued with the inaugural speech followed by lighting of the lamp by Monsignor Abraham Mutholam, accompanied by KCS Chicago President George Thottapuram, Sister Xavior, Gracy Vachachira, and Chinu Thottam.
Felicitation Speech by George Thottapuram and the presence of the KCS executive team was inspiring for the audience. Meeting concluded with vote of Thanks by Jane Mundaplakil, KCS Chicago Women’s forum Secretary for the year 2013-2014. Everyone who came enjoyed the great food from Usmania restaurant and the games organized by the area coordinators.
KCS Chicago Women’s forum Board would like to thank everyone who came and supported this event and is kindly requesting everyone’s continued support and prayers in the future.
Jeny Erikat and Ann Karikulam were the Master of ceremony for the event. The meeting part of the celebration started with a prayer song by Brinda Edukkuthara and Bini Chalungal, followed by Welcome speech by Della Nediakalayil outgoing KCS Chicago Women’s forum vice president, ecretary report by Lissy Thottapuram KCS Chicago and National Women’s forum secretary for the last 2 years, Presidential address by Gracy Vachachira KCS Chicago and National Women’s forum President for the
last 2 years. Chinu Thottam the next KCS Women’s forum president said the acceptance speech and introduced her new executive board. Meeting continued with the inaugural speech followed by lighting of the lamp by Monsignor Abraham Mutholam, accompanied by KCS Chicago President George Thottapuram, Sister Xavior, Gracy Vachachira, and Chinu Thottam.
Felicitation Speech by George Thottapuram and the presence of the KCS executive team was inspiring for the audience. Meeting concluded with vote of Thanks by Jane Mundaplakil, KCS Chicago Women’s forum Secretary for the year 2013-2014. Everyone who came enjoyed the great food from Usmania restaurant and the games organized by the area coordinators.
KCS Chicago Women’s forum Board would like to thank everyone who came and supported this event and is kindly requesting everyone’s continued support and prayers in the future.
KCS Women's Forum Holiday Celebrations - Jan 12th 2013 (Saturday)
KCS Chicago womens forum cordinally invites every Chicago Knanaya women to our holiday celebration to be held at Holiday Inn, 200 East Rand Road, Mount Prospect, IL - 60056 on Saturday Jan 12th at 5.30 pm.
Food will be catered by Usmania one of the best restaurants in Chicago area and the charge is only $35.00 per person. Please come with your Knanaya lady friends, cousins, sisters and mothers for an evening filled with good food, games and fun. Please RSVP to Chinnu Thotam at [email protected] or 630-863-4989, or to any KCS Women's forum board members before Jan 8th, so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Hope to see all of you there.
Thanks,
KCS Chicago Womens forum Board
Food will be catered by Usmania one of the best restaurants in Chicago area and the charge is only $35.00 per person. Please come with your Knanaya lady friends, cousins, sisters and mothers for an evening filled with good food, games and fun. Please RSVP to Chinnu Thotam at [email protected] or 630-863-4989, or to any KCS Women's forum board members before Jan 8th, so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Hope to see all of you there.
Thanks,
KCS Chicago Womens forum Board
KCS Womens Forum Members (2013-2014 Term)
Executive Board Members
Area Coordinators
Advisory Board Members
Congratulations to the New KCS Chicago Women's Forum Board selected on 12/21/2012
KCS Womens Forum General Body Meeting - Dec 21, 2012
Hello all,
The term for Chicago KCS WF team consisting of Gracy Vachachira, Lizzy Thottapuram, Prathibha Thachet, Mercy Thirunelliparambil and Della Nediakalayil is almost over. It was a pleasure to serve our community for the last 2 years. We were able to achieve many goals during this term. We had a Holiday Party, computer class, seminar with Dr. Baumann, seminar with Dr. Tom (psychologist). We were able to do a fund raising program and use the money for charity work. The money was donated to poor families in India to help them to meet the wedding expenses of their daughters and build an altar in a remote church. We chaired 3 committees for the KCCNA convention and we had a combined program (with KCJL, KCYL, and WF) for the Knanaya night 2012. We highly appreciate all your co-operation in making these events a huge success.
Now it is time to hand over the leadership to a new team. Anyone who is interested to be part of the new WF team please contact one of us. There will be a general body meeting on 12/21/12 at 7 pm at the community center.
Thank you,
Prathibha Thachet
The term for Chicago KCS WF team consisting of Gracy Vachachira, Lizzy Thottapuram, Prathibha Thachet, Mercy Thirunelliparambil and Della Nediakalayil is almost over. It was a pleasure to serve our community for the last 2 years. We were able to achieve many goals during this term. We had a Holiday Party, computer class, seminar with Dr. Baumann, seminar with Dr. Tom (psychologist). We were able to do a fund raising program and use the money for charity work. The money was donated to poor families in India to help them to meet the wedding expenses of their daughters and build an altar in a remote church. We chaired 3 committees for the KCCNA convention and we had a combined program (with KCJL, KCYL, and WF) for the Knanaya night 2012. We highly appreciate all your co-operation in making these events a huge success.
Now it is time to hand over the leadership to a new team. Anyone who is interested to be part of the new WF team please contact one of us. There will be a general body meeting on 12/21/12 at 7 pm at the community center.
Thank you,
Prathibha Thachet
Chiristmas Celebration - Jan 28th, 2012 (Saturday)
The KCS Chicago Womens Forum invites everyone for a family get together on Saturday (01-28-2012) at the "LONE TREE MANOR RESTAURANT" located at 7730 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles 60714.
There will be a cover chanrge of $25.00 per head.
There will be a cover chanrge of $25.00 per head.
Ulsava 2011 - Sept 24th, Saturday (6.30PM)
The KCS Womens Forum is presenting to the Knanaya commuity of greater Chicago an evening of entertainment program named "Ulsava 2011".
The program will be conducted on September 24th at Taft High School (6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago) from 6.30 pm onwards.
The purpose of Ulsava 2011 is to help raise funds to conduct marriages for girls from financially disadvantaged families in Kerala, India.
A dance program coordinated and presented by Ms.Chigari Makora of Texas with KCS kids will be the highlight of the evening. In addition to the grand program this will be an evening filled with Skits, Comedy, Ganamella etc.
The KCS Womens Forum requests you all to Sponsor and purchase tickers to make this program a grand sucess and assist in this nobel cause.
The program will be conducted on September 24th at Taft High School (6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago) from 6.30 pm onwards.
The purpose of Ulsava 2011 is to help raise funds to conduct marriages for girls from financially disadvantaged families in Kerala, India.
A dance program coordinated and presented by Ms.Chigari Makora of Texas with KCS kids will be the highlight of the evening. In addition to the grand program this will be an evening filled with Skits, Comedy, Ganamella etc.
The KCS Womens Forum requests you all to Sponsor and purchase tickers to make this program a grand sucess and assist in this nobel cause.
Seminar for pre-teens and teenagers and their parents on July 8th 2011 (Friday)
Hello All,
Hope everyone is having a nice summer break!!
How about a little inspiration and fine-tuning on improving communication between pre-teens, teenagers and their parents- a must have skill
in family life!!
Women's Forum Chicago and KCJL will be conducting a short seminar for pre-teens and teenagers and their parents on Friday 7/8/11 @ 7:30pm
at the Community center. Seminar will be led by Dr. Naratadam, a Malayalee child psychologist. The first half will be with the children alone and the next half with the parents alone.
Hope to see you all there,
Sincerely,
KCS Women's Forum and KCJL coordinators.
Hope everyone is having a nice summer break!!
How about a little inspiration and fine-tuning on improving communication between pre-teens, teenagers and their parents- a must have skill
in family life!!
Women's Forum Chicago and KCJL will be conducting a short seminar for pre-teens and teenagers and their parents on Friday 7/8/11 @ 7:30pm
at the Community center. Seminar will be led by Dr. Naratadam, a Malayalee child psychologist. The first half will be with the children alone and the next half with the parents alone.
Hope to see you all there,
Sincerely,
KCS Women's Forum and KCJL coordinators.
ULSAV 2011 on September 4th ---- Audition on Saturday May 14th 2011
KCS Women's Forum Chicago will be conducting a fund raising program ULSAV 2011 on 9/4/11. The highlight of the program will be a 40 minute opening- segment by the young and well known artist in the US Ms. Shingari Makkora. She will be doing the opening segment which will consist of 5 dances of different age groups. Girls and boys between the ages of 10 and 60 who are interested in participating in this segment please contact Prathibha Thachet @ 224-805-2433 or Lizy Thottapuram @ 224-217-0389. All participants should also be present at the audition day 5/14/11 @ 10.00am at the community center. There will be only 4 practices with Shingari, 5/14/11, 6/10/11 and the other dates will be announced later. Participants will be responsible for the teacher and costume fee.
Sincerly, KCS Chicago Womens Forum Executives.
Sincerly, KCS Chicago Womens Forum Executives.
How To Handle your pre- teens and teens - Seminar - May 7th 2011 (Saturday)
Dear all,
KCS Women's Forum Chicago will be conducting a seminar for the parents of preteens, teens, and young adults on Saturday 5/7/11 at 12 pm at the Community Center.
Dr. Baumann, a Hines physician who is a Harvard Univ graduate will be conducting the seminar.
The topics covered will be how to improve communication with teens, how to identify signs and symptoms of drug use and depression among the youngsters. Everyone who is interested please be on time on 5/7 th.
Sincerely, KCS Women's Forum Executives.
KCS Women's Forum Chicago will be conducting a seminar for the parents of preteens, teens, and young adults on Saturday 5/7/11 at 12 pm at the Community Center.
Dr. Baumann, a Hines physician who is a Harvard Univ graduate will be conducting the seminar.
The topics covered will be how to improve communication with teens, how to identify signs and symptoms of drug use and depression among the youngsters. Everyone who is interested please be on time on 5/7 th.
Sincerely, KCS Women's Forum Executives.
Family Night - April 29th 2011 (Friday)
KCS Womens Forum is organizing a family night open for all Knanaya Families at the Schaumburg Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament on 04/29/2011. It will be at 7.15pm.
The Schaumberg Medival Times is a very popular family outing center which included thems from the Medival times and dinner. Its located at 2001 N Roselle Road, Schaumburg. There is an all inclusive fees of $30 per Head.
Please contact any of the KCS Womens Forum co-ordinators for furthur details.
The Schaumberg Medival Times is a very popular family outing center which included thems from the Medival times and dinner. Its located at 2001 N Roselle Road, Schaumburg. There is an all inclusive fees of $30 per Head.
Please contact any of the KCS Womens Forum co-ordinators for furthur details.
KCS Womes Forum Holiday Party - Feb 2011
KCS Womens Forum conducted a Holiday Party at the Holiday Inn, Mount Prospect, IL (Feb 2011).
Click on "Pictures" to see the photo's of the event.
Click on "Pictures" to see the photo's of the event.
KCS Womens Forum Members (2011-2012 Term)
