Introduction
The Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups Cell was established in RCMAS with a fundamental belief: that every student, regardless of their economic background, deserves equal opportunity to pursue higher education and achieve academic excellence. RCMAS recognize that financial constraints should never be a barrier to realizing one’s educational aspirations and potential.
SEDG cell serves as a dedicated support system and advocate for the students. The cell works to identify and address the unique challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students, ensuring they have access to scholarships, financial aid, free educational resources, mentorship programs and emergency assistance when needed. Beyond material support, the cell strives to create an inclusive campus environment where every student feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
Vision
To create an equitable and inclusive academic environment where every student, regardless of socioeconomic background, has equal access to resources, opportunities and support needed to excel academically, grow personally and emerge as empowered leaders who transform their communities and society at large.
Mission
To ensure that no deserving student is left behind due to economic circumstances, and to help every student discover and fulfill their highest potential during their time at our college and beyond.

Objectives

1. Identify and Support: To systematically identify students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and provide them with timely financial assistance, scholarships, and emergency relief funds to ensure uninterrupted education.
2. Enhance Access to Resources: To facilitate access to essential academic resources including textbooks, study materials, technology, internet connectivity, and learning tools required for academic success.
3. Promote Academic Excellence: To implement mentorship programs, tutoring services, career guidance, and skill development initiatives that empower disadvantaged students to achieve their full academic potential.
4. Foster Inclusion: To create an inclusive campus culture that celebrates diversity, eliminates stigma, and ensures equal participation of all students in academic, cultural, and extracurricular activities.
5. Build Partnerships: To establish collaborative networks with government agencies, NGOs, alumni, and corporate partners to expand funding opportunities and support mechanisms for students in need.
6. Facilitate Holistic Development: To address not only financial needs but also provide counseling, health support, accommodation assistance, and nutritional aid to ensure overall student wellbeing.
7. Monitor and Evaluate: To continuously assess the effectiveness of our programs, gather feedback from beneficiaries, and adapt our strategies to better serve the evolving needs of our student community.
8. Advocate for Policy Change: To work with college administration to develop and implement policies that promote equity, accessibility, and social justice within the institutional framework.
9. Empower Through Awareness: To conduct awareness campaigns that educate the campus community about socioeconomic disparities and foster a culture of empathy, solidarity, and collective responsibility.
10. Track Success and Impact: To document student progress, celebrate achievements, and create role models who inspire future generations of students from disadvantaged backgrounds.