The 2027 DYUTI National Conference, themed "Social Work for Sustainable Development: Empowering Communities through Innovation, Inclusion, and Partnership," brings together academicians, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, students, and development professionals to deliberate on innovative and collaborative approaches for sustainable development. Aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its vision of "Leaving No One Behind," the conference highlights the vital role of social work in promoting social justice, inclusive development, community empowerment, and sustainable solutions. Through scholarly dialogue and knowledge exchange, DYUTI 2027 aims to strengthen partnerships and advance resilient, equitable, and sustainable communities.
About DYUTI
DYUTI — Developmental Yearnings for a United and Transformed India
Rajagiri with its vision of ‘becoming a centre of excellence in learning
for enriching and fulfilling LIFE’ has been regularly providing an annual
forum for deliberations on vital issues of development from a Rights
perspective. This annual series of deliberation (started in 1998) is
named DYUTI meaning ‘Spark of Life’. DYUTI 2027 is the 26th in its series.
Background
The adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by
the United Nations marked a global commitment to achieving the
17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through integrated social,
economic, and environmental action. However, recent global reports
indicate that progress has slowed due to climate change, widening
inequalities, economic uncertainties, conflicts, and public health
challenges, emphasizing the need for renewed collaboration and innovative,
community-driven solutions.
In India, while notable progress has been made towards several SDGs,
challenges such as poverty, inequality, unemployment,
climate vulnerability, gender disparities, environmental
degradation, and unequal access to quality education,
healthcare, and social protection continue to hinder
inclusive development. Addressing these complex issues
requires coordinated efforts among governments, academia,
civil society, communities, industry, development
professionals and social entrepreneurs.
Social work plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable
development through advocacy, community engagement, policy
action, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based
practice. DYUTI 2027 seeks to provide a platform for
sharing innovative practices, indigenous knowledge, research,
and partnerships that contribute to achieving the
Sustainable Development Goals while strengthening resilient,
inclusive, and sustainable communities.
Rajagiri College of Social Sciences (Autonomous) was established as a result of the indefatigable industry and foresight of the CMI Congregation. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences has been placed 27th in the country in the 'Colleges' category by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2022, MHRD, Govt of India. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences was selected and granted with "College with Potential for Excellence" (CPE) status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India in 2016. The institution was reaccredited in the fourth cycle with an A++ grade and a CGPA of 3.83 by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Rajagiri School of Social Work, started in the year 1955 was one of the pioneering institutions in south India, establishing programmes and setting standards in the field of social work education. According to the India Today - MDRA and OUTLOOK - ICARE Survey of Best Social Work Colleges 2023 ranking, the Social Work Programme of Rajagiri College of Social Sciences rated as the second-best in Pan India. The presence of live labs (extension departments) in the campus adds quality to education through experience.
'Internationalisation' has been a catchword for Rajagiri since its inception and we have completed 25 years of official International collaborations. Currently, Rajagiri has official agreements with 60+ International Universities across 30 countries. Establishing vibrant academic tie-ups with leading universities all over the world has not only helped the students to get international exposure, but also facilitated in sharing of resources for faculty training, curriculum development, research, and consultancy. Our students from PG and UG programmes regularly do short-term study programmes in our Partner Universities with a duration ranging from 1 month to 6 months. We host International students in our regular programmes as full-time students which is also supported by the Study in India (SII) Programme from the Govt of India. The various programmes offered by Rajagiri also have twinning, dual degree arrangements with world-class International Universities across the globe.
Dr. Sr. Bincy C.C,
Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work,
dyuti@rajagiri.edu
Abhiraj. R,
Student Co-ordinator, Dyuti 2027,
Department of Social Work,
msw2502@rajagiri.edu
