DCPU Tseminyu organised awareness programme to mark World Children’s Day on November 20.
Tseminyu, November 21 (MExN): District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Tseminyu organised awareness programme to mark World Children’s Day on November 20 in schools in Tseminyu including Government Higher Secondary School, Assembly of God School, and Baptist Higher Secondary School, Tseminyu.
The programme focused on Children’s legislation including the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012 and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015, and sensitization of child helpline services and how children can access help in emergencies, a press release from DCPU Tseminyu informed.
The sensitization drive was led by Legal cum Probation Officer (LCPO) Neivotuonuo Rutsa, Tseminyu who elaborated on critical child protection laws. The LCPO explained the purpose of the POCSO Act 2012, designed to prevent and address sexual abuse, harassment, assault and pornography. She emphasized the importance of personal safety by explaining the difference between good touch and bad touch.
She also discussed the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 emphasizing its focus on children in need of care and protection and children in conflict with the law. She explained how the law prioritizes care and reintegration rather than punishment, ensuring young offenders are given access to education, healthcare, and support systems to help them reintegrate into society.
The Child Helpline team provided an overview of their services, elablrating the importance of the toll-free 1098 emergency number, available 24/7 for children in distress. The team reassured the students of the helpline’s confidentiality and accessibility, offering assistance in cases of abuse, neglect or emergencies.
