Overview

This invited talk focuses on the critical intersection of women empowerment and child protection, highlighting how Naari Shakti can play a transformative role in preventing child trafficking. The session will explore real-world challenges, policy frameworks, and ground-level interventions, offering students valuable insights into building resilient and responsive systems that safeguard vulnerable children.

Objectives of Event

• To understand the link between women empowerment (Naari Shakti) and effective child protection systems.
• To analyze the causes, patterns, and impact of child trafficking in India.
• To explore policy frameworks, institutional mechanisms, and on-ground interventions for prevention and rehabilitation.
• To encourage student awareness and participation in building safer, more resilient communities.

Convener Details

 

Prof. (Dr.) Pramod Kumar
Dean, Students’ Welfare
Sharda University

Dr. Santhi Narayanan
Associate Dean, Students’ Welfare
Program Coordinator, NSS Cell
Sharda University

Lt. (Dr.) Yashodhara Raj
Associate NCC Officer (ANO)

Mr. Rishank Agarwal
Sports Officer
Program Officer, NSS Cell

Ms. Christa Mathew
Associate Professor, SSNSR
Program Officer, NSS Cell

 

Co-ordinators:

Mr. Ashish Vashist
Assistant Manager, DSW

Mr. Kamal Krishna
Student Council Member, NSS

Ms. Tanu
Executive NCC

Ms. Mansi
NCC Senior

Chief Guest Details:

MR. Paresh Shah

Senior Technical Expert & Division Head for Special Cells and Program
(Anti Child Trafficking Cell – North East, J&K & Ladakh and Investigation Cell), National Commission for Protection of Child Rights

Speaker Details:

  • Paresh Shah