Clubs & Associations
Red Ribbon Club
RED RIBBON CLUB
St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Jakhama
P.B. No. 39, Kohima, Nagaland – 797 001
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Red Ribbon Club (RRC)
The Red Ribbon Club (RRC) is a voluntary youth initiative supported by the
National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS,
blood donation, and healthy lifestyles among young people, particularly students. It
is usually established in colleges and universities and operates under the guidance
of institutions and health organizations.
The Red Ribbon symbolizes solidarity with people living with HIV/AIDS and serves
as a reminder of the ongoing fight against the disease. RRC empowers youth to
become change agents in society by promoting awareness, compassion, and
responsible behavior.
Name of the Club: Red Ribbon Club
Nodal Officers: 1) Mrs. Loreni Yanthan
2) Mr. Moatangit Longkumer
3) Dr. Kevizano Jacinta Zashumo
Motto: Empowering Youth for a Healthy Future.
Year of Establishment: 3
rd August, 2006
Objectives of RRC:
1. Educate students about HIV prevention, transmission, and stigma reduction.
2. Encourage regular voluntary blood donation among youth.
3. Promote safe practices, healthy living, and awareness about reproductive
health.
4. Foster leadership and community participation in health-related issues.
Key Activities:
• Organizing seminars, workshops, and awareness rallies on HIV/AIDS and
blood donation.
• Conducting voluntary blood donation camps in collaboration with hospitals.
• Engaging students in street plays, poster-making, and quiz competitions on
health topics.
• Observing important days like World AIDS Day (Dec 1) and National Youth
Day (Jan 12).
