GET TO KNOW US IN OUR WAY!!
OUR VERY FIRST INTERACTION!!
A COMPILATION OF ALL SPORTS INTERVIEWS CONDUCTED BY US!!!
INTERVIEW SUMMARY
SPORTS COACH
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Our sports team had the honour to interview an internationally recognized judge as well as coach Ms. Sadichchha Kulkarni. She has been doing rhythmic gymnastics since she was seven years old and has coached for 4 top-level sports institutes in Mumbai. She represented the Indian team as a coach in several competitions such as Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championship, Asian Championship etc. she is also a Chhatrapati Awardee, we had the chance to interview her which went about like this: -
Q1. How did you manage to practice sports during COVID-19? Initially, online training was tried on zoom and slowly they continued with online training and have been doing it for the past nine months. The online training has helped the students a lot as they got to focus on the small details. Q2. Where do you see India in the field of sports in the next five years? In the next 5 years, it is expected that many young athletes will represent India on an International platform. Besides participation, athletes will also bring medals and accolades back home. |
Q3. In the past, what are some examples of how you kept athletes motivated during the season?
During the competition season normally, the athletes are very stressed out so she tries to tell them that the competition is not their last competition it is a learning experience for them they should work harder and move on. Q4. Are sports facilities well maintained? The facilities are not at 100 per cent but are improving slowly. The Government is trying its best to make more sports academies available for athletes and sports players. Q5. What is the most difficult part of being a youth sports coach? Coaching as a career is not very popular in India as people think being a coach is like being a school sports teacher. There is a difference between a coach and a school teacher being a coach is a professional job which requires a lot of hard work as they are training aspiring athletes for national as well as international competitions. |
SPORTS PLAYER (STUDENT)
Our sports team had interviewed, Ms. Akshohini Priyankar, a student who is a part of the School Football Team
Q1. How has Covid affected the sport you play? ● Cannot attend practices with teammates. ● Confined to their homes therefore practicing at home. ● Missed several seasons hence performance has been set back. ● Has made the players lazy as they are sitting at home every day. ● Lack of motivation. Q2. Since you didn’t practice for months did it strain a bit physically? ● Has become unfit and less active. ● As they are not practicing with other people in the near future might face problems. ● Lost stamina and started running to build it back again. ● Eating a lot of food hence weight gain. Q3. How are you practicing right now? ● Going for long runs whilst socially distancing. ● Exercising at home stretching arms and legs. ● Building muscular strength by eating healthy. ● Trying to maintain a routine to be as active as possible. Q4. Was most of your training taken after school hours, on weekends or was it taken randomly? ● Team practice was 2 or 3 times a week after school hours for a set number of hours. ● Individual practice to stay active during the week |
PARENT OF A SPORTS PLAYER
Our sports team had interviewed a parent of a sportsperson, Ms. Upasana Verma, whose daughter is into Basketball.
Q1. How is your child trying to stay active during COVID? When COVID started, the kids did not have a sense of structure and stimulation provided by the environment and had less opportunities to meet their friends and less social support which is essential for a good mental well-being, so she kept regular exercise sessions at home and kept her occupied with house chores. Q2. How do you react when your child has a weak sports performance? According her, the parent needs to motivate their children about their goals and ambitions. Whenever there’s a weak sports performance, the parent needs to fill up the child’s mind with positive energy and adrenalin which continues to push them to do hard-work and be happy with their efforts despite it being a bad one. Q3. How do you motivate your child? In such cases, a parent needs to be the biggest cheerleader and a fan as well as being the best critic of their child. It’s good to celebrate the small achievements one has earned which increases the happiness quotient of the child. Q4. What do you think about the compulsory “Physical Education” in school? I think it’s important as sports gives a health competition and it’s also required for a healthy mind. It also acts as a stress buster as it allows the kids to get physically active from the burden of school work. |
ONLINE SURVEY
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FAQ
How were people invited to respond?
The survey was conducted via Google Forms. A questionnaire was designed to be sent out to Sports Coaches, Managers, Players, students(12-16 years) and other people(adults i.e. 18 years and above) in our region who are closely associated with sports.
How many people were invited?
Around 50 to 55 people were invited to participate in our survey.
What is the response rate?
The response rate was about 97 to 99%.
Which group member(s) designed the questionnaire and who processed the results?
The questions for the questionnaire were contributed by the entire group viz Jash, Tanishqua, Katha, Muskan and Aaron while the results were processed by Jash.
Which platform was used to conduct the survey?
The survey was conducted via Google Forms. The results are represented graphically as shown above.
The survey was conducted via Google Forms. A questionnaire was designed to be sent out to Sports Coaches, Managers, Players, students(12-16 years) and other people(adults i.e. 18 years and above) in our region who are closely associated with sports.
How many people were invited?
Around 50 to 55 people were invited to participate in our survey.
What is the response rate?
The response rate was about 97 to 99%.
Which group member(s) designed the questionnaire and who processed the results?
The questions for the questionnaire were contributed by the entire group viz Jash, Tanishqua, Katha, Muskan and Aaron while the results were processed by Jash.
Which platform was used to conduct the survey?
The survey was conducted via Google Forms. The results are represented graphically as shown above.
MAP OF THE SURVEY REGION
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SOUTH MUMBAI
South Mumbai is the Mumbai City district which is the southernmost precinct of Greater Mumbai. It extends from Colaba to Mahim. MUMBAI SUBURBAN It consists of three administrative subdivisions: Kurla, Andheri, and Borivali. The district along with Mumbai City district and other suburban localities make up Greater Mumbai on Salsette Island |
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CONCLUSION
MAIN QUESTION:
Are there enough sports facilities available for each age group?
Based on the surveys, research and interviews conducted by the group, we can conclude that 'There are enough Sports Facilities for each age group'. However, the fact that there is still a small portion of the population that does not have access to enough sports facilities cannot be ignored. With that being said, there are a number of ongoing projects which are being undertaken for the maintenance of the existing and construction of new Sports Facilities in India.
Both the Government and the Private Schools and colleges are taking initiative to promote sports among the students by providing them with the best Sports Facilities by constructing good grounds, providing the students with top-notch and modern equipment and investing funds in the maintenance of these facilities. Some schools have also developed Basketball and Tennis courts within the school complex. Therefore, people in age group of 5-18 have enough sports facilities available at their disposal.
For the people above the age of 18, there are enough gymnasiums, sports complexes and clubs in every region which cater to their needs. Generally the equipment in these facilities is highly advanced and durable. These facilities also provide professional trainers to guide and encourage more and more people to get into sports.
There are enough parks in each area with well-paved tracks for children and people who go for regular walks or runs. The parks also have sufficient seating area where people can meet and relax. This is very beneficial for people who fall in the age group of age 55 and above.
In conclusion, we can say that besides all this, an impetus in the sports infrastructure is anticipated in the near future. India is also gearing up to host many International Sports Tournaments. For instance, according to 'The Times of India', India is set to host the Hockey World Cup of 2023 in the 'Bisra Munda International Hockey Stadium of Rourkela, Odisha, India.'
People in India are gravitating more towards sports day by day and this demand is taken care of by the increased number of sports facilities in the country.
Both the Government and the Private Schools and colleges are taking initiative to promote sports among the students by providing them with the best Sports Facilities by constructing good grounds, providing the students with top-notch and modern equipment and investing funds in the maintenance of these facilities. Some schools have also developed Basketball and Tennis courts within the school complex. Therefore, people in age group of 5-18 have enough sports facilities available at their disposal.
For the people above the age of 18, there are enough gymnasiums, sports complexes and clubs in every region which cater to their needs. Generally the equipment in these facilities is highly advanced and durable. These facilities also provide professional trainers to guide and encourage more and more people to get into sports.
There are enough parks in each area with well-paved tracks for children and people who go for regular walks or runs. The parks also have sufficient seating area where people can meet and relax. This is very beneficial for people who fall in the age group of age 55 and above.
In conclusion, we can say that besides all this, an impetus in the sports infrastructure is anticipated in the near future. India is also gearing up to host many International Sports Tournaments. For instance, according to 'The Times of India', India is set to host the Hockey World Cup of 2023 in the 'Bisra Munda International Hockey Stadium of Rourkela, Odisha, India.'
People in India are gravitating more towards sports day by day and this demand is taken care of by the increased number of sports facilities in the country.
OUR GALLERY
Pictures of some Sports Facilities clicked by the team
Andheri Sports Complex |
Shivaji Park Gymkhana |
Willingdon Gymkhana |
Priyadarshini Park |
INTERNET RESEARCH
(2 OF THE MOST POPULAR SPORTS FACILITIES OF THE REGION)
SHIVAJI PARK GYMKHANAThe Shivaji Park Gymkhana known as the Mecca of Mumbai cricketing world is the nursery of Indian Cricket and has produced 21 international players.
The Gymkhana has a well maintained professional cricket pitch. They also have a set of practice nets, which facilitate daily practice sessions. Gymkhana houses the best of breed equipments to maintain its cricket infrastructure. Facilities at Shivaji Park: CRICKET: The Gymkhana has a well maintained professional cricket pitch. We also have a set of practice nets, which facilitate daily practice sessions. Gymkhana houses the best of breed equipments to maintain its cricket infrastructure. TENNIS: The tennis infrastructure consists of 3 well maintained hard tennis courts. To facilitate playing during night, all the courts have high quality flood lights. GYMNASIUM: They have a compact yet fully functional gymnasium. Couple of treadmills, good set of cycles for the cardio section and an array of dumbbells and various weight training equipments to help you attain that fabulous body make our gymnasium a very popular one. Professional Trainers are present in the Gym to guide and train one. MEMBERSHIP: Shivaji Park offers a range of memberships which include: Patron Member, Life Member, Ordinary Member, Honorary Membership, Student Membership, Corporate Membership, Associate Member and Dignitary Member 
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WILLINGDON GYMKHANAThis is one of the most famous Catholic Gymkana in Mumbai. The Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana is located at Santacruz West and is very popular among the Catholic folks not just from Santacruz and Bandra area but from all over Mumbai. This club was started on March 1928 for the Catholic residents of the area. At that time it was just a small shed with a tin roof and it overlooked the sea. Slowly the shed gave way to a building and many more facilities.
Facilities at Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana, Mumbai The gymkhana has two Tennis Courts of Deco Turf surface of international quality and it is open throughout the week. It also has 9.5 feet deep, 30 x75ft well maintained swimming pool, the place is monitored by life guards at all times. It also has a wooden floor, glass back Squash Court, a Badminton Court, 2 billiards tables, Table Tennis room and Carom room and a fully functional gym and fitness centre. The Bridge or the Card Room has 6 rummy tables and 4 bridge tables. The library has a wide array of books from fiction to journals, periodicals, newspapers and magazines. The gymkhana has two air conditioned indoor halls; the Orchid and the Carnation hall, the former hall can accommodate over 200 people. The hall can be used to host functions like weddings, engagements, birthday parties, conference events and more. The Carnation Hall can accommodate 30-70 people respectively and can be used for smaller functions. MEMBERSHIP: The most exclusive and elusive club in Mumbai, membership has been closed since 1985, and only the children of current members can attain membership. Corporate membership is granted for 10 years for two members at a total cost of over Rs. 30 crores(roughly 41,40,000 USD). Almost all members belong to wealthy, old money families. The club is very selective of granting membership to current member's children and the applicant's family background takes top priority along with profession. The creme-de-la-creme of Mumbai society consider Willingdon the most prestigious club in the nation. 
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EVIDENCE OF COMMUNICATION
The best part of EUMIND, hands down, is being able to communicate and interact with people of different cultural backgrounds. Our very first meeting was almost like an Introduction session where we got to know our counterparts and the corresponding groups. It was instrumental in creating the foundation for our future interaction. Later, we exchanged our WhatApp numbers over mail and formed a group. Like any other meeting, both the groups were hesitant to talk at first but soon we developed a strong rapport and became great friends. We decided to hold another video conference a few months later to compare our research. Their research was quite insightful we learned a bunch of new things about the sports facilities in the Netherlands.
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COMPARISON
INTRODUCTION:
Before comparing and drawing various conclusions, our counterparts in the Netherlands and our team did thorough and comprehensive research of the regions in our respective countries.
We made the use of Google Forms to conduct surveys, conducted a bunch of interviews which included the interview with a Sports Coach who is a Rhythmic Gymnast at International level, a student who is a part of the School football team and an adult(Parent of a Sports Person). Some internet research also helped us while formulating the report.
Likewise, our counterparts in the Netherlands conducted surveys through Microsoft Forms. They interviewed many students from their school through Zoom Calls. Both the groups, together, formulated a of set pointers on which the comparative analysis is based on. The pointers are as follows:
Before comparing and drawing various conclusions, our counterparts in the Netherlands and our team did thorough and comprehensive research of the regions in our respective countries.
We made the use of Google Forms to conduct surveys, conducted a bunch of interviews which included the interview with a Sports Coach who is a Rhythmic Gymnast at International level, a student who is a part of the School football team and an adult(Parent of a Sports Person). Some internet research also helped us while formulating the report.
Likewise, our counterparts in the Netherlands conducted surveys through Microsoft Forms. They interviewed many students from their school through Zoom Calls. Both the groups, together, formulated a of set pointers on which the comparative analysis is based on. The pointers are as follows:
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HOW MANY SPORTS CLUB ARE IN THE REGION? ARE THERE ENOUGH TO CATER TO POPULATION OF THAT REGION?
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WHAT IS THE CONDITION OF YOUR LOCAL PLAYGROUND?
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HOW MANY SPORTS DOES YOUR LOCAL SPORTS CLUB/GYMKHANA CATER TO?
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ARE THE SPORTS FACILITIES IN YOUR AREA WELL-MAINTAINED? HOW WELL ARE THEY EQUIPED?
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Private clubs are very well maintained and are hygienic however public clubs are not as well maintained and sometimes lack hygiene.
Our local Gymnasium is full of people who keep fit by enjoying a great work out. People of all ages come together on a regular basis to enjoy the well equipped gymnasium and its clean environment.
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All the clubs in their region are private. There are hardly any Public Clubs. They are very well maintained and are very hygienic
Most of the clubs have gymnasiums. They are generally huge to accommodate more people at a given time. There are facilities for people of all age groups. Although there is a need for more professional trainers in the gym. Most of the equipment in the gymnasium is modern and durable. Like any other gymnasium, even the gymnasium of their region have basic amenities like treadmills, cardio-cycles, dumbbells etc. 
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INDIGENIOUS SPORTS OF INDIA
SOME EXTRA INFORMATION ABOUT OUR TRADITIONAL SPORTS WHICH MAKE US PROUD
INTRODUCTION
India is known for its rich history and originated from that history are the amazing sports that are played to this day. The sports are Kabaddi, Mallakhamb, Khusti, Kho Kho etc. These sports don't require expensive equipment to play, nor does it require any uniform or specific shoes and accessories, all that is required is people to play with and space to play in.
KALARIPAYATTUIt is one of the oldest forms of martial arts practised in the world. The Buddhist monks who travelled the east carried it back to their countries and made it famous worldwide till newer forms of Judo Karate and the other family of martial arts grew stronger. The Manipuri Rhang ta and the Bihari Pari Khanda are meant to be on similar lines for body defense and strengthening one’s personality. It is unfortunate that our affinity towards other Asian martial art forms had let down these very ethnic and original forms of self-defense.
KABADDIKabaddi is one of the most popular sports in Asia. A contact team sport between two teams which take turns raiding and defending, it is Bangladesh’s national sport and has been part of the Asian Games since 1990. India has been the reigning champion at this game, winning many gold medals throughout the championships conducted from 1990-2014.
VALLAM KALIThe popular Snake Boat Race
This sport is celebrated in Kerala on the festive occasion of Onam. Vallam Kali is popularly known as snake boat race due to the length of the boats and is a popular tourist attraction. One of the most popular Vallam Kali events is the Nehru Trophy Boat Race which is one of the most prestigious events of the sport.
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KHO KHOKho Kho is a popular tag game that is native to Maharashtra. Played casually and professionally, it got the name from the sound made by players in the game. The game’s popularity went worldwide which saw establishment of International Kho-Kho Federation in 2018 and has since seen many events like Asian Championships. It has 9 players of a team sitting on their knees while three players avoid being tagged by the opposition.
MALLAKHAMBMallakhamb is a sport that showcases a combination of strength and acrobatic acts. Gymnasts perform postures evident in aerial yoga and other acrobatic acts on a hanging or stationary wooden pole, rope or a cane. Madhya Pradesh declared it as the state sport and it also has international federations such as Mallakhamb Confederation of World (MCW) and South Asian Mallakhamb Federation (SAMF).
PEHELWANIPehalwani is now popularly known as kushti. Popularised in late 1800s and early 1900s by The Great Gama, an Indian wrestler who remained undefeated after contending with one of the world’s best champions. Pehalwani is one of the oldest forms of wrestling. It inspired modern MMA and is fairly popular all over the country. Young athletes start as young as six in Akhadas and train under gurus to earn the title of pehalwan.
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SELF REFLECTION
These 4-5 months of EUMIND have been a roller coaster ride. Although the actual essence of EUMIND lies in travelling and experiencing a whole lot of new things, nothing could occlude us from what we wanted to achieve from this cultural exchange program. It is safe to say that, for me, this program was a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience. I took up this project as the Group Leader with the broad desire to learn more and get out of my comfort zone. EUMIND not only taught me the importance of group hustle but also invigorated me to upskill to complete the projects and meet the deadlines. Every member of the group contributed their bit earnestly in bringing our vision into reality and making this program a success. The teachers in-charge guided us at every step and ensured that our workflow was smooth. Our counterparts in the Netherlands were very cooperative and constantly kept in touch with us. Besides having conversations about the project, we also chatted on a few informal topics such as our school lives etc. After having finished the program, my social skills have improved significantly. I have learnt how to carry out conversations over a video conference which is, apparently, the ‘new normal’ for all of us. I also learnt that how you can build healthy and positive relationships by negotiation. EUMIND has been one of the most comprehensive and insightful extra-curricular activities taken up by me in the High School.
- JASH, GROUP LEADER
- JASH, GROUP LEADER
I was under the impression that due to the COVID-19 pandemic there would be no extracurricular activities that would be conducted in school, but the EUMIND organization came through. Though there were a few glitches we were able to overcome them and make this experience as enjoyable as possible. Communication with the team was a bit taciturn at first but with a few meetings, we became familiar with each other and worked as a synchronized team. Our counterparts in the Netherlands were distant at first which is expected as talking to strangers across the world is quite cumbersome however after some time we were having a good conversation. EUMIND was an enriching experience for me cause I got to use my creative skills which wouldn’t have been possible to use in school. The sports team pulled through and completed projects with utmost dedication. We ensured to divide our work evenly so everyone gets equal amounts of work and that it doesn’t burden one person. EUMIND is an appreciable event and my teammates and I learned a lot about the Netherlands.
-KATHA, MEMBER
-KATHA, MEMBER
For me, I had never experienced an exchange program before. I am glad that EUMIND program continued even in the pandemic and I got this opportunity. As EUMIND program was online I had no difficulties in communicating with my teammates, school teachers or our counterparts abroad. It took me a little time to get comfortable with my teammates as we had never met each other but as time went by we got to know each other better.
Every member put in a lot of effort in all our tasks and spent hours working on it so that we could meet the deadline. Our counterparts in Netherlands were very sweet although we took sometime to get comfortable with each other it was an enjoyable experience. EUMIND was a wonderful experience. I enjoyed coordinating and collaborating with my Netherland counterparts.
-TANISHQUA, MEMBER
Every member put in a lot of effort in all our tasks and spent hours working on it so that we could meet the deadline. Our counterparts in Netherlands were very sweet although we took sometime to get comfortable with each other it was an enjoyable experience. EUMIND was a wonderful experience. I enjoyed coordinating and collaborating with my Netherland counterparts.
-TANISHQUA, MEMBER
Eumind has been a great platform to interact with students from the other side of the world. It was my honor to be one of the few 25 students to be selected, and being a part of EUMIND 2020 – 2021 sports group was a remarkable experience for me. I was a new admission in the school and hence didn’t have much idea about the ‘Eumind” program but through my teammates I learnt what is eumind and how it helps enhance our communication skills.
The activities assigned to each group were quite exciting and refreshing. I was glad to be able to take out a part of the day to give way to do these activities. It was remarkable how the eumind association came up with these enjoyable tasks. For each sub – activity all five of us came together and brainstormed on the ideas. Finally, we created an idea with which everybody was pleased with and loved. This also helped us to come up with an exceptional outcome. As a group member I helped in animating and editing the videos which were uploaded on the website. Meanwhile I continued to know more about the different talents, and expertise of my teammates.
Eumind helped me to understand the importance of sports and also how it was affected the sportspersons of our country. It also showed me how coaches had been working every day, even in this pandemic to train their students so that they stay fit even at their homes.
Although I would have preferred physically meeting our co – parts in Netherlands, our online sessions were quite interactive. At many places we felt connected with our thoughts. I hope that in the near future we get a chance to meet and spend time with each other as well.
Lastly EUMIND gave me a great platform to gain knowledge on many topics, not only in India but also in Netherlands. I am glad that I could be a part of Eumind and look forward to get similar opportunities in the future as well.
-MUSKAN, MEMBER
The activities assigned to each group were quite exciting and refreshing. I was glad to be able to take out a part of the day to give way to do these activities. It was remarkable how the eumind association came up with these enjoyable tasks. For each sub – activity all five of us came together and brainstormed on the ideas. Finally, we created an idea with which everybody was pleased with and loved. This also helped us to come up with an exceptional outcome. As a group member I helped in animating and editing the videos which were uploaded on the website. Meanwhile I continued to know more about the different talents, and expertise of my teammates.
Eumind helped me to understand the importance of sports and also how it was affected the sportspersons of our country. It also showed me how coaches had been working every day, even in this pandemic to train their students so that they stay fit even at their homes.
Although I would have preferred physically meeting our co – parts in Netherlands, our online sessions were quite interactive. At many places we felt connected with our thoughts. I hope that in the near future we get a chance to meet and spend time with each other as well.
Lastly EUMIND gave me a great platform to gain knowledge on many topics, not only in India but also in Netherlands. I am glad that I could be a part of Eumind and look forward to get similar opportunities in the future as well.
-MUSKAN, MEMBER
I was in 7th grade when I first heard about EUMIND, since then there was a deep urge for me to be a part of this by hook or by crook. I was glad to be the part of this program with other 25 school mates of mine.
It was a stunning experience to be a let of the Sports Team of 2020-21 and got to learn about so many things about Netherlands and about my country also which I was so oblivious of. EUMIND taught me to work with teams ans have interactive sessions which I mainly lacked a lot and a lot more due to COVID-19. I had an amazing time working with such great people in my team with an extremely understanding teacher in charge. It was wonderful to see how we divided our work equally and even helped each other when required. It was so great to see people understanding the situations of others and taking over their work. On top of all this getting to know about another country was exciting we not only got to know about the general things but also got to know about the cultural and social life out there. Interacting with the kids out there was a new experience as we had never done such things before but it was great to see that we all mixed up pretty well. At the end of all this all I can say is EUMIND changed my quarantine life into a fun and an exciting one with such fun tasks and brainstorming projects.
-AARON, MEMBER
It was a stunning experience to be a let of the Sports Team of 2020-21 and got to learn about so many things about Netherlands and about my country also which I was so oblivious of. EUMIND taught me to work with teams ans have interactive sessions which I mainly lacked a lot and a lot more due to COVID-19. I had an amazing time working with such great people in my team with an extremely understanding teacher in charge. It was wonderful to see how we divided our work equally and even helped each other when required. It was so great to see people understanding the situations of others and taking over their work. On top of all this getting to know about another country was exciting we not only got to know about the general things but also got to know about the cultural and social life out there. Interacting with the kids out there was a new experience as we had never done such things before but it was great to see that we all mixed up pretty well. At the end of all this all I can say is EUMIND changed my quarantine life into a fun and an exciting one with such fun tasks and brainstorming projects.
-AARON, MEMBER
