Former Principal of Roshni Nilaya and Founder of Vishwas Trust Dr Olinda Pereira (95) Passes Away
Mangaluru: The Former Principal of School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya and Founder of Vishwas Trust, Dr Olinda Pereira, passed away on May 31. She was 95.
Dr Olinda Pereira was born on August 15, 1925, in Mangaluru. she had her PhD from Mysore University, Mysore; M.A. from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.; B T from St. Ann’s College of Education, Mangalore; and BA from St Agnes College, Mangalore, (Madras University). She was later an Internee at the Institute of Women’s Studies, Manila, Philippines- 1996; Administrative Assistant, Provincial House, Nairobi, Kenya: 1991-1994; Director, Institute of Social Service, Prabhatara, New Delhi: 1985-1990, 1997-1998; Exchange Professor- School of Social Work, McMaster University, Hamilton Canada. 1978, 1979, 1984; Principal, College of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya 1961- 1984; Member of National Committee on Women in 1979.
Her publications include: Understanding Children – 1,2,3, Sallak Publications – 1974; Adjustment and its Correlates among Pre-adolescents – Preeti Publications – 1977; Domestic Workers Struggle For Life-A.T.C Publications – 1985. She was the founder of Vishwas Trust, Care for the Elderly.
Dr Olinda Pereira was the recipient of various awards namely: Mahatma Gandhi Peace Award, McMaster University, Hamilton 1979; Women Achiever Award – St Agnes College 1997; Sandesha Award for Social Service: 2002; Rachana, Woman of the Year: Mangalore Catholic Chamber of Commerce 2008; Woman of the Year Award – Mangalore University 2009; Veera Rani Abbakka Award for work in the field of Social Service -and Outstanding Manager Award 2011-Mangalore Management association.
Mangalorean.com condoles the death of Dr Olinda Pereira. May her soul rest in peace.
The body will be brought to the Auditorium at the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Valencia at 11:00 am on May 31. The funeral rites will be held on June 1, at 3:30 PM at Valencia Cemetary.
Public viewing
May 31, 2020, from 11:30 am to 7:00 pm
June 1, 2020, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Due to COVID-19 Pandemic, the public is not allowed to the Cemetary during burial except family and friends (20 members only)
A fruitful and resourceful life and so many achievements in one life. I hope your soul find even better purpose next.
Very sad news. May her soul rest in peace.
The kindest, most beautiful, free spirited, young soul I’ve known! Olinda maam we will always remember you and cherish you in our hearts.❤️
Dr Olinda spent her life serving the elderly. She was a best teacher, guide and a social activist. May her soul rest in peace.
Dear mam, your legacy through your institution , School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya and its family of mentors, teachers, students, and alumni remains forever to serve the humble and needy
May her soul rest I peace
The passing away of Olinda Pereira who was an institution by herself has saddened all of us. My memory goes back to the year 1958 when I came in contact with her along with Late Fr Agneletto SJ. We can never forget her outstanding services rendered to the ecumenical movement in and around Mangalore and all over Karnataka state. Several seminars talks and workshops were organized by her. Her simple and unassuming soul will ever be remembered. Heartfelt condolences to the institute of social work Roshni Nilaya and bereaved members of the family. May her soul rest in eternal peace.… Read more »
Gladys DCosta
Dear Miss Olinda you were the best. You will remain in our hearts and memories forever.
We, the Council of Catholic Women of India are extremely saddened on the passing away of our beloved founder Member. Love and respect to you dear Dr Olinda Pereira for your matchless contribution to the empowerment of women. May your blessings always be upon us. Deeply missed and lovingly remembered. May your soul rest in peace.
Juliet Ramamurthy, National President, Council of Catholic Women of India
We have lost a precious jewel.We have to thank God for giving Dr. Olinda as a gift to our Mangalore community and I had a good feeling as a good teacher at st Mary’s High School, as my principal at Roshani Social Institute and as our founder member of council of catholic women of India.A very simple and dedicated personality.I miss her a lot.
Sr you will always stay forever in our hearts.We thank God for such a beautiful and loving person that spread joy to all.May your loving soul rest in peace .
Sad news. Rest in peace Dr.Olinda
I am a student from Roshni Nilaya’s 1975-78 degree batch. Sister Pereira was A respected leader Who always had a consideration for her students of diverse cultural backgrounds. She had an open mind To receive students from other states and encouraged their academic growth, giving priority to maintaining a personal relationship With her students. May her soul rest in peace.
Ms Olinda Pereira was a wonderful and lovely personality. She always wanted to help people in need. She did lots of work to help women, children and elderly. I am going to miss her a lot. My heart felt condolences. May her soul rest in peace. ? ?