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The 77th Independence Day was celebrated with enthusiasm and fervor at the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru by hoisting of the national flag by Mr. Herold D Souza, President Eye Open International in the presence of the students, faculty and members of the management and singing of National Anthem and patriotic songs.

Mr Herold in his address mentioned that the freedom is close to his heart as he was a victim of human trafficking. He narrated his experience moving out of exploitation and being a voice for many others who are experiencing similar conditions. He further stated that he is lucky to be at School of Social work for the Independence Day celebrations as this institute is close to his heart as the institute always supported and encouraged his work against human trafficking.

He also spoke about his organisation Eyes open international and its work in supporting students and other across India and world who are moving to United States of America. Mr. Herald spoke about his book Frog in the well and about the upcoming movie about his life.

With regard to his positive thinking about life, Mr. Harold claims that positive thinking did not come to him overnight, but that he has gone through ups and downs in life, and that when you wake up, think about being happy and what good he can do in his life. "A short-term pain is a long-term gain, but a short-term gain is a long-term pain," he explained.

He claims that whenever he comes across human trafficking victims, he always works to uplift them, reminding them that since they have come to him for assistance, no one will harm them, and ensuring that they receive justice. He also claims that he never forgets how his friends came to his aid when he was a victim of human trafficking; at the time, he was ashamed to talk about his experience.
Mr. Harold also spoke about his upcoming biopic in Bollywood. The primary theme of the film is that individuals should be optimistic and believe in themselves and he hopes that this film will help people understand that suicide and silence are not a choice, option, or solution.

And he claims that human trafficking has nothing to do with caste, colour, religion, or nationality; it's all about people.

President of the Institute of Social Service Ms. Vida Sequeira, Secretary Ms. Eveleen Bennis, Principal Dr. Sophia N Fernandes, Registrar Ms. Vineetha Rai, Dr. Sandra Lobo, NAAC Co Ordinator, Assoc Prof. Cecilia Farida Goveas, IQAC Co Ordinator, Mr. Sandeep Ullal Physical Director were among others who present during the occasion.