Guwahati: A key consultative meeting aimed at strengthening child protection mechanisms was held at National Law University (NLUJ), in Guwahati’s Amingaon, bringing together more than 16 civil society organisations (CSOs) from across the region.
The meeting, aligned with the Government of India’s Mission Vatsalya, focused on prioritizing child safety and enhancing collaborative efforts to safeguard children’s rights and well-being.
Speaking at the event, NLUJ Vice-Chancellor K. V. S. Sarma emphasized the importance of collective action among government, academia, and CSOs to safeguard children’s well-being. He highlighted that collective responsibility and sustained cooperation are essential to create a secure environment for children.
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The meeting fostered a shared commitment to child safety across diverse geographies.
The programme was hosted by the British Asian India Foundation and Northeast Centre for Equity Action on Integrated Development (NEAID) as part of the KAWACH Programme. The event marked a significant step towards collaborative measures to strengthen children protection frameworks, share best practices and build stronger networks.
The stakeholders aim to pool their expertise to achieve large-scale goals for child safety in the region.
