News Excerpt: 

The India International Science Festival (IISF) is set to host the National Social Organisations and Institutions Meet (NSOIM). 

More about NSOIM:

• It will be held from 17th Jan to 19th Jan 2024 at the DBT-THSTI-RCB (Department of Biotechnology-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute-Regional Centre for Biology) Campus in Faridabad, Haryana.
• It has been a national platform for bringing together all the stakeholders who believe in the transformative power of science, technology, and innovation  for societal good.
• The event allows the social and scientific community to exchange their ideas for livelihood-centric development, showcasing grassroots models having scope for social diffusion and commercialization from various scientific & research institutions that can lead to a self-reliant India.
• NSOIM is where science meets society, and innovation becomes the catalyst for grassroots development.
• Participants from Science & Technology (S&T) based Social Organizations, Societal Research & Academic institutions, and Entrepreneurs engaged in societal development will be invited to discuss scientific interventions and sustainable models for societal development and nation-building.
• The central theme for NSOIM-2023 is 'Technological Innovations for Grassroots Development'.  and it will encompass the following sub-themes:

• • Grassroot Innovations for Livelihood Generation.
  • Addressing emerging societal challenges.
  • Water and environmental conservation, management and security.
  • Food and Nutrition Solutions for a healthy society.
  • Livelihood-Centric S & T Systems for Multidimensional Poverty Alleviation.

Objectives of NSOIM-2023: 

• Encourage the development and dissemination of innovative solutions that enhance livelihood opportunities at the grassroots level.
• Showcase success stories and best practices in leveraging technology Innovations for sustainable livelihoods.
• Highlight the role of cutting-edge research, education, and information dissemination in tackling contemporary societal issues.
• Focus on technological advancements and strategies for the sustainable conservation and management of water resources and the environment. 
• Examine innovative approaches to address food and nutrition challenges, with an emphasis on promoting health and well-being. 
• Showcase technological solutions for enhancing food production, distribution, and nutritional awareness.
• Explore comprehensive science and technology-driven approaches to alleviate multidimensional poverty.
• Present and recognize grassroots models that have successfully integrated scientific and technological innovations to address societal challenges. Encourage the adoption and replication of these models to benefit communities across the nation.

Highlights of NSOIM-2023:

• NSOIM Declaration: It is a commitment to foster collaboration and innovation at the intersection of science and societal development.
• Grassroots Development Models: Recognizing Excellence - NSOIM-2023 will shine a spotlight on 15 outstanding grassroots development models, acknowledging their significant impact on communities.
• "Navonmesh -2" Handbook Launch: "Navonmesh -2" is a digital handbook aimed at empowering nation-building organizations with valuable insights and resources.