On November 13, 2025, the Lions Club of Mapuca, in collaboration with the MOHAN Foundation, conducted an enlightening awareness session on Brain Death and Organ Donation at Assagao Union High School, Assagao. The program, designed for students of Classes 8 to 10, aimed to educate young minds about the life-saving significance of organ donation. The session saw active participation from students, Lions Club members, and school faculty, fostering a meaningful dialogue on this vital social cause.

The program began at 1:00 PM with a warm welcome from the Headmaster, Mr. Shreedhar Naik, who graciously received the resource person, Mr. Gabriel Pereira, Organ Donation Ambassador from the MOHAN Foundation, along with other distinguished guests. In his welcome address, Mr. Naik emphasised the school’s dedication to holistic education and community service, noting how initiatives like this contribute to shaping responsible citizens.

Following this, MJF Lion Goculdas Nagvenkar gave a brief overview of the Lions Club of Mapuca. He highlighted the club’s partnership with the MOHAN Foundation, a leading organisation in promoting organ donation across India.

Mr. Pereira then conducted the core awareness session, explaining the concept of brain death, its medical aspects, and the life-saving potential of organ and tissue donation. Using simple examples and visual aids, he helped students understand complex topics with ease and encouraged them to support organ donation when they become eligible. The interactive session sparked thoughtful questions, reflecting the students’ engagement and Mr. Pereira’s ability to connect with youth.

The program was efficiently compered by Teacher Eeshwari Narvekar, who ensured a smooth flow and encouraged active participation throughout. Her energy and involvement added value to the overall experience.

Gabriel expressed his appreciation to the Lions Club of Mapuca and the school administration for their efforts in making the program impactful and successful.

This awareness talk showcases the Lions Club of Mapuca’s commitment to community education and aligns with the MOHAN Foundation’s mission to promote organ donation. By engaging school students, the organisers have planted the seeds of awareness in a younger generation, creating a foundation for a more informed and compassionate society. Future collaborations of this nature are expected to further amplify the message: “One Donor, Multiple Lives.”

Close to 300 students attended the session.