At Tarunya Foundation, we believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to grow, learn, and thrive. Recognizing the increasing need for awareness about child safety, we have launched Project Vishwas to empower children, parents, educators, and communities with knowledge and tools to combat child sexual abuse (CSA).
This initiative is designed to create widespread awareness of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, ensuring that everyone understands their role in safeguarding children from harm, creating a culture of safety and openness and upholding their ‘Vishwas’.
Why This Project Matters
High Prevalence of CSA
More than 53% of Indian children report experiencing some form of sexual abuse. Many cases go unreported due to lack of awareness or fear of stigma.
Knowledge Gaps
Many stakeholders, including parents and educators, are unaware of their rights and responsibilities under the POCSO Act.
A Need for Action
By educating communities, we aim to create informed advocates who can prevent, recognize, and respond to CSA effectively.
What We Aim to Achieve
Project Vishwas focuses on
Educating Children
- Empowering them to recognize unsafe situations and speak up.
Training Adults
- Helping parents, teachers, and caregivers identify signs of abuse and take prompt action.
Building Safer Communities
- Encouraging open dialogue and collective responsibility for child safety.
Over the next year, we aim to reach 10,000 individuals across 200 schools and communities in Hyderabad, creating a ripple effect of awareness and change.
What We Offer
Explore our mission-driven initiatives aimed at empowering children and adults across our communities.
Awareness Workshops for Schools
Interactive sessions for students aged 6-16 years, teaching them about body safety, boundaries, and good touch vs. bad touch.
Specialized training for teachers and school staff on identifying and addressing CSA.
Community Training Programs
Seminars and discussions for parents, local leaders, and community members to build a collective understanding of child protection.
Resources and Toolkits
Customized handouts, posters, and videos to reinforce learning. Easy access to helpline information and reporting mechanisms.
Ongoing Support
Follow-up sessions and resources to ensure sustained awareness and vigilance. Partnerships with local authorities and organizations for comprehensive support.
How We Work
Our approach is built on engagement, empathy, and empowerment:
Engagement
- We use interactive activities like puppet shows, role-plays, and storytelling to make sessions relatable and impactful.
Empathy
We create safe, non-judgmental spaces for participants to share and learn.
Empowerment
We equip individuals with actionable strategies to protect children and address abuse effectively.
Impact Highlights
Empowered Children
By teaching children their rights and how to seek help, we enable them to take ownership of their safety.
Informed Adults
Educators and parents become advocates for change, ensuring children are supported at every step.
Stronger Communities
Awareness leads to collective action, creating environments where children feel safe and valued.
