Understanding Rights and Responsibilities: A Practical Introduction to Child Rights and Child Protection

Course Title

Understanding Rights and Responsibilities: A Practical Introduction to Child Rights and Child Protection

Organized by

Pacific School of Law,
Pacific Academy of Higher Education and Research University, Udaipur

Target Audience

Students of Classes 8th to 12th and First-Year Undergraduate Students—particularly those interested in law, social work, education, or child welfare.

Tentative Dates

Mid-May 2025

Total Duration

15 Hours

Course Objective

This course aims to empower students with awareness and understanding of child rights as guaranteed under Indian and international laws. It will provide students with the tools to recognize, respect, and advocate for the rights of children, along with understanding protection mechanisms in place to prevent abuse, exploitation, and neglect.

Understanding Rights and Responsibilities: A Practical Introduction to Child Rights and Child Protection

Modules:

• Module 1: Introduction to Child Rights
  • What are Child Rights? History and Importance
  • UNCRC and its Significance
  • Child Rights in the Indian Constitution
• Module 2: Legal Framework for Child Protection
  • Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act
  • POCSO Act: Protection from Sexual Offences
  • Right to Education Act (RTE)
  • Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act
• Module 3: Recognizing Abuse and Taking Action
  • Types of Abuse: Physical, Emotional, Sexual, Neglect
  • Reporting Mechanisms and Helplines
  • Role of Police, Child Welfare Committees, and NGOs
• Module 4: Interactive Engagement
  • Poster Making: "Every Child Matters"
  • Group Role Play: Reporting and Responding to Abuse
  • Quiz: Know Your Rights
• Module 5: Rights in Real Life
  • Children in Conflict with Law
  • Rights of Children in Institutions (Shelters, Schools)
  • Voices of Resilience: Stories of Change and Empowerment

Teaching Methodology:

• Interactive lectures with real-life examples and case studies
• Group activities and visual storytelling
• Awareness videos and legal document demonstrations
• Guest talks by child protection officers and counselors
• Role plays, quizzes, and creative expression tasks

Expert Sessions:

• Child Rights Activist or Social Worker – “Ground Realities and Interventions”
• Juvenile Justice Board Member or CWC Member – “Legal Safeguards and Challenges”
• POCSO Counselor or Child Psychologist – “Dealing with Trauma and Abuse Cases”
• Legal Expert – “How to Report and Prevent Child Rights Violations”

Lecture-wise Division (15 Hours):

1. Lecture 1: Introduction to Child Rights and UNCRC
2. Lecture 2: Child Rights in Indian Law: Constitution and Key Acts
3. Lecture 3: Juvenile Justice Act: Care and Protection Provisions
4. Lecture 4: The POCSO Act: A Child’s Right to Safety
5. Lecture 5: Right to Education and Prohibition of Child Labour
6. Lecture 6: Guest Session – Role of CWC and Legal Aid Mechanisms
7. Lecture 7: Group Activity – Poster Making and Message Writing
8. Lecture 8: Role Play – Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse
9. Lecture 9: Case Study – Juvenile Justice in Action
10. Lecture 10: Guest Session – Child Psychologist/Counselor Interaction
11. Lecture 11: Quiz and Interactive Awareness Games
12. Lecture 12: Discussion – What Can I Do to Protect Child Rights?
13. Lecture 13: Visit to a Child Welfare Organization (Virtual or Actual)
14. Lecture 14: Preparation for Final Presentations
15. Lecture 15: Final Presentations and Certificate Distribution