The East Siang District Police’s launch of “Project Muskaan” marks a meaningful step towards building a safer, more supportive environment for children across Arunachal Pradesh. By promoting child safety awareness, strengthening trust between police and students, and establishing clear systems to prevent, report, and respond to abuse or exploitation, the initiative addresses a critical social responsibility shared by every community.
Children, especially in remote and interior areas, often face unique challenges such as limited access to information, hesitation in reporting abuse, and a lack of structured support systems. Project Muskaan seeks to bridge these gaps by educating children about their rights, personal safety, and the importance of speaking up, while also fostering a friendly and approachable image of the police so children feel safe seeking help.
Join the Discussion on MyGov Arunachal Pradesh:
1️⃣ How can Project Muskaan be expanded and adapted to effectively cover all districts of Arunachal Pradesh?
2️⃣ What role should parents, teachers, and community leaders play in supporting child safety initiatives?
3️⃣ How can children in remote and interior areas be encouraged to report abuse without fear or stigma?
4️⃣ What measures can help ensure sustained trust between children and the police?
Your ideas can help strengthen child protection and create safer communities for the future.
BrahmDevYadav 2 months 4 hours ago
What are the six principles of child protection?
The UK government drafted six key principles of safeguarding that can also be implemented in child protection strategies. The six key safeguarding principles are as under:-
Empowerment, Protection, Prevention, Proportionality, Partnerships and Accountability.
BrahmDevYadav 2 months 4 hours ago
What are the measures for protecting child rights?
The following major legislations include:-
1. The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 – Focuses on the care, protection and rehabilitation of children in conflict with the law or in need of care.
2. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 – Addresses sexual abuse and exploitation.
BrahmDevYadav 2 months 4 hours ago
What are the seven strategies to end violence against children?
The seven strategies are: Implementation and enforcement of laws, Norms and values, Safe environments, Parent and caregiver support, Income and economic strengthening, Response and support services and Education and life skills.
BrahmDevYadav 2 months 4 hours ago
When enforcing rules, what helps children develop trust and security?
Set clear boundaries:- Boundaries provide structure and help children understand expectations, they also help children to feel safe. Always follow through, but remain gentle in enforcing rules, and always explain the reasons behind them. Consistent boundaries create a sense of safety and security.
CHANDA NAGARAJU 2 months 3 days ago
1.CHILDLINE 1098
2. Child Safety Homes
3. Legal Protection for Children
4. Role of Community
5. ay “NO” to unsafe touch
Inform parents/teachers immediately
Call 1098 (CHILDLINE) in emergencies
DavidYangfo 3 months 1 week ago
Strengthening Child Safety in Arunachal Pradesh – Short Notes
Child safety means protecting children from abuse, violence, trafficking, neglect, and harmful environments.
The Government of Arunachal Pradesh is working through child protection programs to ensure children feel safe and supported.
Child Safety and Healing Centres provide counselling, legal help, and emotional support to children in need.
Trained support persons help child victims during medical, police, and court procedures.
Narendrasingh 3 months 3 weeks ago
(b) Empowering Children:
Teach Safety Skills and educate kids on body safety, recognizing grooming, saying “No” etc and online safety.
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BrahmDevYadav 4 months 1 day ago
Child Protection is a measure or initiative that addresses orr prevents children from situations of violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation. It refers to protecting children from or against any perceived or real danger/risk.It helps to reduce their vulnerability in harmful situations.
BrahmDevYadav 4 months 1 day ago
Safety refers to a set of conditions that positively or negatively describes the physical and emotional well-being of children. A child may be considered safe when there are not threats of harm present or when protective capacities can manage any foreseeable threats of harm.
Andaluri Srinivas 4 months 1 week ago
To the possible extent, Children should always be tagged to know whereabouts when they are outdoor