Empowering Villages, Nurturing Lives.
Child Protection
What do we do?
In 2014, we embarked on a journey to safeguard vulnerable children in nine villages of Jalna district of Maharashtra through the power of kinship care and community monitoring. This grassroots initiative ignited a wave of change, proving its efficacy in 64 villages and ultimately inspiring the Jalna district administration to scale this community-led approach to 200 more villages. The transformative story continues as we empower districts like Beed, Palghar, Kolhapur, and Dhule to build local capacity and create a safety net for children affected by parental migration.
How do we do?
WE FIND
We find the challenges faced by villages and impoverished communities affected by seasonal migration. We explore the resources and potentials within the village to solve their challenges.
WE CONNECT
We connect children, families, schools, communities, and villages to
government schemes on health, education. and child development .
WE STRENGHTEN
We strengthen the capacity of balmitra, gram panchayats, village child protection committees, and other panels at the village and district levels, to protect children.
WE BUILD NETWORKS
We actively network with district administrations of different districts, block level functionaries, other NGOs, and UN bodies.
PARTNERSHIPS
Our collaboration with UNICEF allows us to address the unique challenges faced by children from seasonal migrant families in Jalna district. Through this partnership, we work hand-in-hand with government officials to ensure comprehensive care, protection, and safety for these young individuals.
Additionally, our partnership with CHILDLINE India Foundation enables us to operate the CHILDLINE helpline (1098) in Jalna district. This vital service provides a 24/7 lifeline for children in need, offering immediate support and intervention in emergency situations.
Impact
- 9,740 migrant households connected to government social protection schemes.
- 3,750 vulnerable children supported with nutrition, education, and protection through kinship initiatives.
- 64 village child development committees capacitated with tools to monitor and implement child protection.
- 265 Balmitras facilitated to link children with caregivers and support their needs.