Christmas Pop-Up Sale

 Objective(s) of the Activity:

1. To strengthen community engagement through collaboration with ARZ under the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
2. To support women empowerment by promoting products made by members of WISH–Vasco (Women Initiative for Self-Help).
3. To sensitize students and staff to social responsibility, ethical consumption, and community outreach.

Activity Overview:

The Department of Psychology, Carmel College of Arts, Science and Commerce for Women, Nuvem–Goa, organized a Christmas Pop-Up Sale on 22 December 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. under the College Administrative Block, in collaboration with ARZ – WISH Vasco (Women Initiative for Self-Help). This activity was conducted as part of the ongoing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of Psychology and ARZ, aimed at fostering community engagement and women empowerment.

The pop-up sale showcased a variety of handmade and locally produced items prepared by women associated with WISH-Vasco. The event provided a platform for these women to display, market, and sell their products, thereby encouraging self-reliance and entrepreneurship. Students and staff enthusiastically participated by visiting the stalls, interacting with the women entrepreneurs, and purchasing products, thus extending their support to the initiative.

The activity created a festive atmosphere on campus while reinforcing values of social responsibility, empathy, and community partnership among students. The collaboration successfully translated the objectives of the MOU into meaningful action through hands-on engagement and outreach.

 Outcomes of the Activity:

• Enhanced awareness among students and staff about women empowerment and self-help initiatives.
• Strengthened institutional collaboration with ARZ through effective implementation of MOU-based activities.
• Provided economic and moral support to women entrepreneurs associated with WISH–Vasco.