 Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 24: A workshop on Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) was conducted to create awareness about child abuse for supporting staff and teachers in the school premises of Jodhamal Public School. Physical abuse might be the most visible type of abuse but other types of abuse such as emotional abuse, neglect, exploitation also leave deep, lasting scars on the mind of the child. The earlier, abused children get help, the greater chance they have to heal and break the cycle. He also gave 24- hour child helpline number 1098.
The staff learnt about common signs of abuse, the kind of abusers and how they intervention and care can make a huge difference in a child's life.
Being patient, good listeners and not ignoring any behavioural or sudden academic changes can be of great help for children and for identifying and protecting a child from abuse.
The staff was informed about the helpline numbers, apps and the POCSO e-box which came in handy to deal with such problems.
The Principal Trilok Singh Bist expressed deep concern and requested the teachers, supporting staff, driver, conductors to join hands to eradicate this evil from the society so that new generation can face the society fearlessly and lead a life with great self-respect. |
