ROING, Oct 6: The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR), in collaboration with the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Roing organized a Child Rights Awareness & Mass Sensitization Programme at the VKV auditorium here in Lower Dibang Valley (LDV) district on Monday, in which as many as 131 participants attended.
The programme aimed to sensitize students, teachers, community members and stakeholders about child rights, child protection mechanisms and society's collective responsibility in safeguarding children from abuse, exploitation, child marriage, child labour and other forms of harm.
The programme began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address by B Chaitom, DD (ICDS)-cum-DCPO.
Gemin Pertin (ZPM), Pujom Buchi (Deputy Superintendent of Police), and Kabang Apum (Assistant Commissioner) addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of concerted efforts toward child protection.
APSCPCR Member Ngurang Achung spoke on ‘Child Rights and the Role of Community in Protecting Children,’ highlighting the vital role of families and communities in creating a safe and protective environment for children.
The technical sessions covered a wide range of child-related issues.
Dr Tilu Linggi, Legal-cum-Probation Officer DCPU, spoke on the Juvenile Justice Act, child rights, protection mechanisms, role of DCPU/CWC and child marriage.
Ujum Perying, lecturer DIET Roing, spoke on the Right to Education, inclusion and prevention of school dropouts.
Enee Misaya from the District Legal Services Authority sensitized participants on victim compensation, including eligibility, procedures and available assistance and remedies.
DELO Mido Mena spoke on child labour cases and their impact in the district.
A session on Mental Health & Online Safety was conducted by Dr Osunam Pertin, Clinical Psychologist, District Hospital Roing, covering emotional well-being, cyberbullying, social media misuse, gaming addiction and safe internet practices.
Inspector Bharti Mingki, OC Shantipur (LDV), conducted a session on the POCSO Act, stressing the importance of awareness, prevention and timely intervention.
Documentary video clips on POCSO Act were also screened as part of the sensitization programme.
An interactive session provided participants with an opportunity to raise questions and discuss concerns relating to child protection.