WORLD Children’s Day is celebrated worldwide on November 20th and is an annual global event dedicated to promoting the well-being and rights of children. The 2023 theme “for every child, every right” underscores the importance of ensuring that every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, enjoys their fundamental rights.
World Children’s Day commemorates the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989. This international treaty outlines the fundamental rights and protections for children. Celebrated globally, World Children’s Day aims to raise awareness about the issues affecting children worldwide and promote their well-being. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to ensure that every child enjoys a safe, healthy and nurturing environment. November 20th is a day to advocate for children’s rights, mobilize support and work towards a future where every child can thrive and fulfill their potential.
In this effort, NGOs play a pivotal role in championing the rights of children across the world and India is no exception. These NGOs work tirelessly to address issues such as education, healthcare, protection from exploitation and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. By focusing on advocacy, awareness campaigns and on-the-ground interventions, NGOs contribute significantly to creating a better future for the younger generation.
Here are 5 NGOs upholding child rights that you can support this World Children’s Day:
Save the Children
Established in 1919, Save the Children has been an independent entity in India since 2008, headquartered in Gurgaon. Operating in 16 states with 65 ongoing projects, Save the Children has positively impacted over 1.4 crore children, focusing on regions such as Delhi, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh and others. Their thematic areas encompass child rights, health, nutrition, education, child protection and advocacy, with a commitment to providing every child with a proper start, quality education, and protection from harm. In a one year period from April 2021 to March 2022, the NGO reached 14.77 lakh children. With a vision to catalyze inclusive development for at least 4 million deprived children by 2024, Save the Children India aspires to influence policies for a broader positive impact. A member of the SC Alliance, founded during World War 1 by Eglantyne Jebb, the NGO, known as Bal Raksha Bharat in India since 2004, envisions a world where every child has the right to survival, protection, development and participation.
Save the Children inspires breakthroughs in global child treatment, placing children’s rights at the core of their work. The NGO prioritizes the most deprived, responding promptly in crises, ensuring child voices are heard and issues addressed urgently. Save the Children’s holistic approach comprehensively addresses a child’s growth, from health and nutrition to education, protection and eventual social assimilation. Save the Children continues to challenge societal norms, encouraging active listening and amplifying the voices of the young. This World Children’s Day you can support Save the Children when you donate here!
Child Rights and You
Child Rights and You is committed to ensuring that every child enjoys a happy childhood with fundamental rights – living, learning, growing and playing. Established to safeguard children’s well-being, Child Rights and You focuses on providing free, high-quality education, primary health care and protection from violence and exploitation. The NGO strives to reduce child malnutrition and empower children to voice concerns impacting their lives. Key areas of concentration include child labor, gender discrimination, poverty, malnutrition, education, child marriage, trafficking and gender inequality. Conducting extensive research, Child Rights and You delves into the root causes of issues like child labor, poverty and gender discrimination, aiming to design effective interventions for systemic change. Their commitment to protecting children’s rights involves informed programs and advocacy for lasting impact.
A significant issue addressed by the NGO is the inadequate education facilities for underprivileged children, coupled with frequent violations of their rights. The organization runs multiple projects covering education, safety, protection, health, nutrition and participation. Over four decades, Child Rights and You has positively impacted three million children across 19 states in India. Their diverse programs include participation initiatives establishing collectives as one-to-one support groups, focusing on child rights awareness. Education programs emphasize early childhood education, school readiness and improved learning outcomes, recognizing the pivotal rights to education and development. Safety and education programs collaborate with local committees at the village level, combating child labor, marriage and trafficking while fostering a safe environment until the age of eighteen. This World Children’s Day you can support Child Rights and You when you donate here!
National Mother and Child Welfare Organisation
For 28 years, the National Mother and Child Welfare Organisation, a registered non-profit in Tamil Nadu, has been dedicated to women and child welfare, with a particular focus on child rights, education and protection. Operating in Thiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai and Cuddalore districts, this NGO has left a lasting impact on the community. The NGO’s multifaceted initiatives include an old age home that has provided a residence for 25 elderly individuals since 2000. This commitment to the elderly is complemented by a children’s home, emphasizing a holistic approach to welfare. Additionally, National Mother and Child Welfare Organisation is involved in various projects such as shrugs, a farmers producer company, Childline – 1098 and free tuition centers, showcasing its diverse efforts to address community needs comprehensively.
The child-focused programs of the NGO align with the broader mission of safeguarding child rights and ensuring access to quality education and protection. Simultaneously, their endeavors extend to other crucial areas, demonstrating a holistic approach to community development. As the National Mother and Child Welfare Organisation continues its valuable work, spanning several decades, it exemplifies a commitment to nurturing and protecting both ends of the age spectrum – the elderly and the young. Through initiatives that range from an old age home to educational support, the NGO showcases a comprehensive and enduring dedication to the welfare of the community it serves in Tamil Nadu. This World Children’s Day you can support National Mother and Child Welfare Organisation when you donate here!
Manav Vikas Seva Sangh
Founded in 1989 in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, Manav Vikas Seva Sangh has dedicated 26 years to humanitarian services, establishing a robust network across 536 villages in five districts: Sagar, Raisen, Vidisha, Guna and Ashoknagar. The NGO is committed to uplifting deprived communities and has undertaken various initiatives such as health programs, safe motherhood and child survival, skill development for dropouts, non-formal education, protection of child rights, awareness campaigns on child labor and education in slum areas.
Manav Vikas Seva Sangh actively engages in addressing the diverse needs of the community, including caring for orphans, feeding the hungry and conducting boarding programs. Their longstanding presence in remote villages underscores their commitment to reaching the most underserved populations, contributing to holistic development. The organization’s efforts extend beyond immediate relief to skill development, education and advocacy, aiming to create sustainable improvements in the lives of those they serve. By actively participating in the betterment of the deprived communities, Manav Vikas Seva Sangh exemplifies a profound dedication to humanitarian service in Madhya Pradesh. This World Children’s Day you can support Manav Vikas Seva Sangh when you donate here!
Kajla Janakalyan Samity
Kajla Janakalyan Samity, an NGO based in Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, traces its origins to the pre-Independence era when the local club “Milita Bandhab” in the village Kajla was formed in 1943. Evolving from this, K ajla Janakalyan Samityofficially took shape in 1945 with a mission extending beyond cultural programs to community development. In its early years (1945-90), Kajla Janakalyan Samity undertook initiatives spanning cultural programs, infrastructure development including roads, a post office and a school library and essential services like telecommunication and electricity. A pivotal shift occurred in 1990, aligning with global changes and economic policies affecting rural communities. Transitioning from welfare activities, Kajla Janakalyan Samity adopted an integrated sustainable development approach, emphasizing holistic development, awareness building and securing entitlements for children and the community.
Specializing in holistic child rights, Kajla Janakalyan Samity prioritizes quality education through its model schools and collaborations with government primary schools. The NGO addresses health, livelihood, food security and disaster risk reduction, collaborating with government and community mechanisms. Gender equity and women’s empowerment are integral components of their work. Kajla Janakalyan Samity operates with a democratic and participatory approach, allowing individuals and organizations from any village within its operational area to become members. Through its dynamic and participatory structure, KJKS continues its mission of comprehensive community development in West Bengal. This World Children’s Day you can support Kajla Janakalyan Samity when you donate here!
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In a country as diverse as India, where socio-economic disparities are prevalent, NGOs act as catalysts for change. They collaborate with communities, government bodies, and other stakeholders to bridge gaps in access to education, health care and social services. NGOs also work towards eradicating child labor, promoting gender equality and preventing child trafficking, thereby safeguarding the rights and dignity of every child.
On World Children’s Day, the call to action is clear: for every child, every right. By actively supporting NGOs, individuals become integral partners in the journey towards a world where every child’s rights are not just acknowledged on paper but are actively protected and upheld in practice. Together, we can create a brighter and more equitable future for the children of India and around the globe.
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