Kolkata: A workshop on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act was organised by Shri Shikshayatan School, in collaboration with the Platform for Legal Awareness and Networking on Nov 14.
The aim of this session was to enhance awareness and understanding of child safety among the school staff and equip them with the necessary knowledge and tools to support students effectively.
The workshop commenced with the felicitation of the speakers by secretary general of the Shikshayatan Foundation, Vinod Agrawal. The session featured two experts: advocate Soumyajit Raha, a legal professional, and Jhilam RoyChowdhury, a consultant in the social development sector, both of whom provided their valuable insights into the critical aspects of child protection.
Advocate Raha began by introducing the Pocso Act, outlining its constitutional foundations, objectives and key provisions. He emphasized the legal imperative of timely and mandatory reporting of incidents covered by the Act. RoyChowdhury focused on the social and psychological ramifications of child sexual abuse, addressing both immediate and long-term effects on survivors. She stressed the importance of early intervention for mental health and highlighted behavioural indicators of trauma that educators should be aware of.
The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks by principal Sangeeta Tandon.
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