On August 1, 2023, Kalsi Initiatives (formerly Ummeed), in collaboration with Metro & Metro, organized awareness workshops at Ratan Muni Inter College and Government Girls Inter College in Agra. The focus of these sessions was to educate young girls about the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, empowering them with the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves against sexual offences.
Event Highlights:
The workshops were attended by:
- Dr. Anil Vashishth (Principal, Ratan Muni Inter College)
- Dr. Deepali Sharma (Principal, Government Girls Inter College)
- Mrs. Minakshi Kalsi (Co-President, Kalsi Initiatives)
- Miss Arushi Kalsi (Chief Guest and Speaker)
- Adv. Abhishek (Advocate, Supreme Court)
A total of 90 students from Ratan Muni Inter College and 50 students from Government Girls Inter College (Class 10th) participated, along with their staff.
Workshop Focus:
The sessions, led by Miss Arushi Kalsi and Adv. Abhishek, centred on:
- Raising awareness about the POCSO Act and its role in protecting children under 18 from sexual offences.
- Educating students on how to recognize and report abuse.
- Empowering young girls to be vigilant and informed about their legal rights.
Key Learnings:
Students were introduced to the provisions of the POCSO Act, including how it ensures legal protection and provides a framework for reporting sexual abuse. The discussions also emphasized the importance of creating a safe environment for children and how to identify and combat predatory behaviour.
Positive Reception:
The students were highly engaged, and the college principals and staff expressed their appreciation for the initiative. They suggested extending these workshops to younger students in classes 6th to 8th, recognizing the importance of early education on such sensitive topics.
The event concluded with the distribution of sweets and chocolates to the students, leaving them with a sense of support and solidarity. Through these efforts, Kalsi Initiatives (formerly Ummeed), continues its mission of creating safer, empowered communities.
Join Us in Spreading Awareness:
Through workshops like these, Kalsi Initiatives remains committed to protecting and empowering vulnerable communities. To learn more or get involved, visit our campaigns and initiatives page.