20th Spetember,2024
Awareness programmes play a crucial role in shaping the lives of students, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like child safety. Such initiatives empower young minds to understand their rights, recognize threats, and seek help when necessary. On 20th September 2024, Chanderbala Modi Academy hosted a deeply insightful session on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) and the Juvenile Justice Act (JJA), underlining the significance of these laws in safeguarding children’s futures.
The workshop provided a comprehensive overview of the academic and legal aspects of child safety, highlighting the importance of integrating these principles into the school curriculum.
Ms.Vidushi Jain, a criminologist and Project Manager, led the workshop with remarkable expertise. She presented complex legal provisions in an accessible manner, helping the teachers’ staff grasp the gravity of these issues. Her presentation covered the roles these acts play in protecting children’s rights and ensuring justice is served in cases of abuse.
Ms.Vanshika Das, a Forensic Psychologist and Advocacy Ambassador, accompanied Ms. Jain to the session and made her presence felt throughout the workshop. Her involvement alongside Ms. Jain added depth to the event, highlighting the collective effort required to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Awareness programmes play a crucial role in shaping the lives of students, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like child safety. Such initiatives empower young minds to understand their rights, recognize threats, and seek help when necessary. On 20th September 2024, Chanderbala Modi Academy hosted a deeply insightful session on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) and the Juvenile Justice Act (JJA), underlining the significance of these laws in safeguarding children’s futures.
The workshop provided a comprehensive overview of the academic and legal aspects of child safety, highlighting the importance of integrating these principles into the school curriculum.
Ms.Vidushi Jain, a criminologist and Project Manager, led the workshop with remarkable expertise. She presented complex legal provisions in an accessible manner, helping the teachers’ staff grasp the gravity of these issues. Her presentation covered the roles these acts play in protecting children’s rights and ensuring justice is served in cases of abuse.
Ms.Vanshika Das, a Forensic Psychologist and Advocacy Ambassador, accompanied Ms. Jain to the session and made her presence felt throughout the workshop. Her involvement alongside Ms. Jain added depth to the event, highlighting the collective effort required to ensure the safety and well-being of children.