Cultivating Ethical Leadership and Social Responsibility
The National Service Scheme (NSS), established in 1969 to mark the birth centenary of Mahatma Gandhi, is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. Its core mission is to instill a spirit of volunteerism, civic responsibility, and ethical leadership among youth through structured community service.
Objectives of NSS at SAS
- Foster civic consciousness and ethical responsibility among actuarial students.
- Apply analytical skills to address community-level challenges and public welfare concerns.
- Build leadership, crisis management, and team coordination skills.
- Promote national unity, social equity, and inclusive development.
- Encourage a service-oriented professional outlook, essential in socially responsible financial and risk-related roles.
Benefits for SAS Students
- Skill Development: Enhances soft skills like leadership, communication, and project management, complementing technical actuarial competencies.
- Interdisciplinary Engagement: Offers collaboration opportunities with NGOs, public agencies, and peer disciplines to tackle multidimensional issues.
- Career Advantage: Demonstrates social consciousness and proactiveness—qualities highly valued in actuarial consulting, insurance, and financial risk management.
- Personal Growth: Cultivates emotional intelligence, ethical awareness, and real-world adaptability.
- Civic Engagement: Reinforces the role of actuaries in shaping socially sustainable economic models and public policies.
