KCS Video on Loop from 0230 PM
Event Start: 3 PM
1. Julie Brugirard Opens the Event
Opening Speech: 2 Minutes
“Good Afternoon, distinguished guests,
My name is Julie Brugirard, and I am honoured to be joined by my co-host, Estelle
Grassie. Together, it is our great privilege to serve as hosts for this extraordinary event.
Today, we gather to celebrate International Literacy Day 2024, an event inspired by
UNESCO's theme: "PROMOTING MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION: LITERACY FOR MUTUAL
UNDERSTANDING AND PEACE."
This theme highlights the critical role that multilingualism plays in fostering educational
development and bridging generational divides. By promoting diverse linguistic skills, we
empower individuals and communities, paving the way for a more inclusive and
knowledgeable world.
We are truly fortunate to be here this evening, celebrating such an incredible initiative.
This event not only emphasizes the significance of multilingual education but also
honours the exceptional individuals whose achievements embody the spirit of this
theme. It is our privilege to recognize their remarkable contributions and dedication, and
we are excited to share this moment with all of you. Thank you for joining us, and we
look forward to an inspiring and unforgettable event today.”
2. Julie Brugirard Calls Following People for Lamp Lighting on Stage
Mr. K Kalimuthu
Mr. Salim Al Hammadi
Mr. Vasu Shroff
Mr. Harikrishna Rankawat
Mr Pankaj Jha
Mr Gautam Kumar
Mr Menaka Shekhar
Mr Sanjeet Jha
Mr Ravi Mohan
3. After the Lamp Lighting Julie calls Mrs Menaka Shekhar to deliver the welcome
speech and leaves the stage
4. Mrs Menaka Shekhar delivers the Welcome Speech
5. Mrs Menaka Shekhar calls upon Chief Guest Mr Kalimuthu & Mr Pankaj Jha on
stage
6. After they reach stage Mr Kalimuthu reaches on stage is felicitated by Mr Pankaj
Jha
7. Mrs Menaka Shekhar requests Mr Kalimuthu to say few words (Keynote speech)
and leaves the stage.
8. After the speech, Julie Brugirard takes over and requests both (Mr Kalimuthu &
Mr Pankaj) to felicitate special guests.
9. Julie Brugirard gives small introduction of guests and calls them on the stage for
felicitation (Question- Will speakers be also called upon for felicitation?)
10. After the felicitation, Julie calls all the 3 speakers 1 by 1 giving their introduction
on the stage to speak
11. After all the 3 speech is over, Julie calls upon Estelle Grassie on the stage and
introduces her.
12. Estelle Grassie delivers below speech followed by action detailed:
Nominating Speech By Estelle:
Good afternoon, distinguished guests,
It is an honour to gather here today to celebrate a remarkable group of young
individuals who have not only envisioned a better world but have taken concrete
steps to make that vision, a reality. Today, we celebrate their unwavering passion,
resilience, and deep dedication to driving social change.
In a world that often feels defined by its challenges, it’s easy to feel daunted by the
magnitude of the problems we face. Yet, these 12 outstanding individuals have
chosen to rise above that, responding with resilience, innovation, and compassion.
Their social work projects are not just endeavours; they are transformative actions
that remind us of the extraordinary power of service.
These young leaders are a testament to what can be achieved when compassion
meets dedication. Their work is a beacon of hope, inspiring all of us to reflect on how
we, too, can contribute to the betterment of our communities and the world.
As we proceed, I would like to invite Mr Gautam Kumar, Director KCS Foundation to
come on stage and start the felicitation ceremony.
13. Mr Gautam speaks about YES Award and requests Estelle to start
Good Afternoon Everyone,
And welcome to the Youth Empowerment & Service Awards, or as we proudly call
them, the YES Awards.
KCS Foundation started this initiative in the year 2023 under the patronage of
Consulate General of India in Dubai, where we celebrate young leaders who are
shaping the future and making a real impact in their communities. These
individuals are proof that age is no barrier to creating positive change. Their
dedication and services inspire us all.
By recognizing their achievements, we not only honour their work but also
encourage more young people to step up as leaders.
The YES Awards remind us that the future is bright when it's in the hands of those
who lead with purpose and passion. Let’s continue to support and empower these
changemakers, ensuring they inspire even greater progress in our world.
I request Estelle to please conduct the felicitation process
14. Estelle
We would request our special guests to come on stage and present the awards,
each Special guest will present 3 awards and we will call them one by one on
stage and would request them to join us & each of our honourees will have the
opportunity to share a brief reflection on their work.
15. Estelle calls Guest Oh Honour number 1 from special guest list starts
calling awardees one by one on stage:
Estelle Grassie starts as below:
To begin, welcome Aarushi Rao (1) to the stage.
(she makes her way to the stage and delivers her speech)
Next I want to call upon Akshay Kotibhaskar (2)
I now would like for Yaash Chopra (3) to come forward for her nomination
Estelle calls Guest Oh Honour 2
I would like to present Kanhai Mehta (4) onto the stage
I now nominate Shloka Gambhir (5) in this prestigious selection
For another exceptional nominee, I call upon Arnav Jain (6)
Estelle calls Guest Oh Honour 3
For our next nominee, I am honored to invite Manit Awtani (7) to the stage.
I would now like to call Sarvesh Chandirani (8) to step forward for his nomination.
Let me bring forth Aditya Kumar Singh (9) as our next distinguished nominee.
Estelle calls Guest Oh Honour 4
Now, I present to you Nehrin Shajith (10) for this nomination
Next up, I invite Arnav Singhvi (11) to join us on the stage
Finally, I am pleased to nominate Kartik Kapoor (12) for this recognition
Now a special award for someone who is consistently available to help and
support at any level, and who ensures smooth logistics for every event organized by
the KCS Foundation.
This "Beacon of Service Award" award is given to Mr. Nurool Honda Ansari, the
recipient of the Beacon of Service Award, exemplifies unwavering dedication and
selflessness. Always available to lend a helping hand, he consistently goes above and
beyond, ensuring every event is meticulously organized and every need is met. His
tireless efforts and commitment to supporting our mission have made him an
invaluable pillar of our NGO, guiding us with his steady presence and
unmatched reliability.
I call Mr Nurul to come to the stage and take the award from our distinguished guest.
16. Estelle Grassie Call upon Mr Vishwa Mohan for special announcement
17. Call Mr Ravi for closing Remarks
18. Mr Ravi will Call all awardees together on stage with Special Guests, Organizers &
speakers for photo session
19. Followed by group photo with all guests also