Girl Power

In the project area, sex selection is rampant and anti-girl child attitudes predominate. Girls are sent to government schools where they are neglected with low standards of education and violation of child rights common. Teachers often look down on children and particularly girls. Instances of sexual abuse are increasing, with community inactive due to poverty and lack of understanding. By creating awareness among girls about their rights, we will build Girl Power, to act individually and create collectives to act. Parents will be oriented through Child Protection Committees in villages. Child line will act to support and protect children.

We will support mothers not to sell or give away daughters, but to protect them. Regular mobilization of girls in 10 schools-

Inform about the law and share views about equality and justice through games,films and group work.

Enable girls to think for themselves and support each other and call for help to Gramya and Childline.

Set up Child Protection Committees with support from Panchayat leaders, Self-Help group women leaders, teachers and children to act in case of child marriages or other rights violations.

Organization will regularly scan the school and community environment to ensure justice to girls.

Survival of girl child ensured with own parents. Girls in school able to voice their views and problems and seek help when necessary. Community has better appreciation of Child Rights particularly about girls and will act for their welfare. Will support girl child survival, development, protection and participation. Community leaders demand accountability from all stakeholders caring for children including teachers/wardens in hostels and Anganwaadi system. (Integrated Child Development Services provided by Government).