Topic: ‘Bully to Buddy’ ,Venue: Auditorium Date & Day : 07 Aug 2024
“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” — Dan Millman
The workshop commenced with welcoming of resource person –Ms. Manya Khanna, A UNESCO Expressive Art Based Therapist in Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Fortis Healthcare. The session was held on the topic “Bully to Buddy’’ The objective of this session was to aware students about different types of bullying done at different stages of life.
The session was attended by Grades of VI and VII. The discussion was held by the speaker with the students on how bullying affects mental and social well-being of a person. A power point presentation was shown to students in which detailed topic was highlighted, as: how can we deal with various types of bullying, what can we do, what are bystanders, to make anti-bullying squad etc.
The students were quite participative, asked question and shared their experiences. They were able to relate the things of their daily life. This gave students to find a way and approach the people around them i.e. parents and teachers. They understood about teasing, cyber bullying, body shaming, verbal abuse etc. This workshop has enlightened the students to become vigilant about their mental health and should not stigmatized it.
The workshop was concluded with vote of thanks and students addressed for their personal queries, which were resolved emphatically and aesthetically.
Organizing Committee ( Mrs. Rima Ailawadi (Principal), Ms. Jyoti Verma (PGT Psychology))
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WITH REAL LIFE CONNECT
Speaker: Mr. Kartik Goel (Date: – 08 Aug 2024)
The workshop titled “Artificial Intelligence with Real Life Connect” was organized for the students of Grades 8, 9, and 11 at G D Goenka Public School Model Town. Approx 500 students and 35 teachers attended the workshop.
The workshop was very interactive. Majority of the students were promptly ansering the queries raised by Mr. Kartik from time to time. He discussed about –
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Definition and AI technologies: Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Robotics, and Natural Language Processing.
- Discussion on the importance and impact of AI in various industries.
- Real-Life Applications of AI
- Presentation on AI in everyday life: Virtual Assistants (e.g., Siri, Alexa), Recommendation Systems (e.g., Netflix, Amazon), and AI in Healthcare (e.g., diagnosis tools).
- Case studies of AI in business, education, and entertainment.
Hands-on demonstration of AI tools and apps that students can use.
CYBER SECURITY
Online Platform :- Google Meet (Date: – 27 July 2024)
Speaker: Mr. Rakshit Tandon
Mr. Rakshit Tandon emphasized the importance of having an updated Cyber Council to ensure effective implementation of cyber security practices within educational institutions. The Cyber Council should oversee and guide cyber security initiatives, educate students, and act as a point of contact for any cyber security concerns.
The speaker highlighted the rapid increase in cybercrimes, which have become a global pandemic, affecting individuals and organizations alike. Emphasis was placed on the rising sophistication of cyber-attacks and their potential impact on personal data, financial security, and institutional integrity.
- Mobile Hijacking: Rakshit Tandon discussed the increased ease of mobile hijacking in the post-COVID era. This is largely due to increased mobile usage and less stringent security measures.
- AI in Hacking: Artificial Intelligence tools are being leveraged by cybercriminals to enhance their hacking capabilities, making attacks more effective and harder to detect.
Types of Threats
- Malware: Malicious software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
- Spyware: Software that secretly monitors and collects user information.
- APK Files: Risks associated with downloading and installing APK files from unverified sources.
- Call Forwarding Malware: A type of malware that redirects calls to unauthorized numbers, potentially leading to financial loss and privacy breaches.
Action Items:
- Strengthen the role and activities of the Cyber Council.
- Increase awareness and education about cyber threats and preventive measures among students.
- Regularly update and implement security protocols to address emerging cyber threats.
Conclusion
Mr. Rakshit Tandon’s session aimed to enhance awareness among cyber ambassadors about the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the importance of maintaining robust cyber hygiene. The update on the Cyber Council and the discussion on various cyber threats were critical in reinforcing the need for proactive measures in cyber security.