Community Engagement Portfolio - Tarila Harilal

Events Involved:

RAG Social

Date & Time: 20 February 2025, 17:00–20:00

Location: Function Hall

Description:
A NATHouse initiative aimed at connecting students with their faculty houses, introducing RAG and encouraging student involvement, and collecting non-perishable goods and sanitary pads for charity.
NATHouse and Commercii were actively involved in assisting with the event’s planning and execution.

RAG Partnership Celebration

Date & Time: 21 February 2025, 17:00–20:00

Location: Function Hall

Description:
A collaborative event between NATHouse and Commercii, styled as a wedding to symbolize the “marriage” of the two faculty houses.
The joyful celebration brought students together in a meaningful display of partnership and unity.

RAG of Hope Day

Date & Time: 22 February 2025, 07:00–18:00

Location: RAG Farm

Description:
A major charity event focusing on sustainable giving and community upliftment.
All profits went to charity, reinforcing NATHouse’s commitment to social responsibility.

Visit to Peas in a Pod Children’s Home

Date & Time: 15 May 2025, 14:00

Location: Peas in a Pod Children’s Home

Description:
A visit to NATHouse and Commercii’s chosen charities to donate funds raised during RAG Week and RAG of Hope Day.
Students also spent time assisting with tasks and engaging with children.

Dance for Change

Date & Time: 1 August 2025, 17:00–19:00

Location: Virgin Active, Hatfield

Description:
A vibrant hip-hop and amapiano dance class in collaboration with Commercii (RAG partner), House Education, and House Humanities.
The event promoted creativity, fitness, and community connection, while raising funds for charity — blending fun with meaningful social impact.