CWTS2 MWX-1 GROUP 1 | CWTS 2 Engg
Posted on June 16, 2025
Stepping into the profound impact of relief and compassion is not typically something on the agenda of most people’s to-do lists, similar to mapping the intricate nexus of the interplay of humanitarian efforts, but it is through these apparently ordinary tasks that the very drastic transformations happen. As members of our CWTS 2 class, we entered the heart of the Tzu Chi Foundation, an institution whose purpose has its foundations anchored on Buddhist principles, transcending borders and backgrounds to bring relief and bring about change.
The Tzu Chi Foundation is a beacon of hope for humankind and an institution of compassion motivated by its inherent mission to alleviate pain and instill compassion in practical terms. Acting on Buddhist principles, Tzu Chi became a global force, transcending borders and origins to provide relief where needed most.
Collaboration and Participation
Through a transformative process, students worked with Tzu Chi, participating in the foundation’s multifaceted initiatives. This alliance gave a unique view into the very heart of humanitarian action, where great and small measures alike contribute to a larger crusade of compassion and relief.
Scholarship Grant Maintenance
Students collaborated with the educational charity sector, developing frameworks to monitor the achievements of Tzu Chi scholarship recipients. This initiative ensures educational opportunity is sustained and students are supported along the way.
Archival Work
Tackling the flaw of records, students enabled the structuring of construction documents such that Tzu Chi’s buildings are properly documented and can be used in the future. This exercise showcases the importance of organized documentation to ensure the integrity of the foundation’s infrastructure.
Fabrication and Workflow Improvement
Along with the production crew, the groups devised methods of addressing wood- and metal-working challenges. Through process simplification, they aimed at achieving maximum productivity while limiting potential health risks to employees and workers.
Solid Waste Management
Recognizing the significance of environmental stewardship, students contributed to improving waste segregation and recycling practices. Their efforts in reorganizing metal scraps and developing upcycling methods helped create a cleaner, more efficient environment at Tzu Chi’s headquarters.
Through this partnership, students gained valuable insights into Tzu Chi’s systematic processes and the broader implications of their work. Though the experience itself was highly backstage, it revealed the significant difference that results from disciplined service and empathy in the lives of other people.
A Shared Vision for the Future
This collaboration was not just a collaboration; it was the uniting of hearts with the same vision. As the days of collaboration passed, the realization broke in: even the smallest efforts, when done in earnest, can make a monumental difference in one’s life. A hope for continued growth.
The experience with the Tzu Chi Foundation has planted seeds of hope and inspiration. Moving forward, we intend to continue spreading and expanding the philosophy of relief and compassion. May this be the beginning of a journey that grows with the Tzu Chi Foundation, spreading love and assistance to those in need.