A workshop on “The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act” was conducted for teachers of KIS on March 4th, 2023 by Adv. Shweta Mahajan Pathak.

A workshop on “The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act” was conducted for teachers of KIS on March 4th, 2023 by Adv. Shweta Mahajan Pathak. She spoke in detail about the prevalence of child abuse in our society and emphasized the role of teachers in ensuring the safety and security of children.
The workshop highlighted the importance of identifying symptoms of behavioral changes in students that may indicate abuse, and the role teachers can play in educating and training students to face the challenges of child abuse. Many shocking incidents of child abuse were revealed, and teachers were informed about helpline numbers, apps, and the POCSO E-box.
The Principal, Dr. Sangeeta Arora expressed deep concern and requested the teachers to join hands to eradicate this evil from society. She concluded by saying that teachers becoming the epitome of love and affection for their students would help break the shackles of this cruel stigma.