Sahayog Events

On September 19, 2024, the SAHAYOG Forum, BSW Department in collaboration with the MSc Counselling Department of the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangalore organized an Extension Service Programme aimed at raising awareness about Child Trafficking and Child Abuse. This impactful session was conducted for 23 students of Rosario English Medium School, starting at 2:00 pm. The programme focused on educating young participants about the dangers of child trafficking and abuse while empowering them with strategies to protect themselves from potential threats.

The resource person for the programme, Ms. Jomol Antony, a second-year MSc Counselling student at the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, delivered an engaging and interactive session. Ms. Jomol employed a variety of skills, including interactive activities, real-life examples, and discussions, to ensure that the students were actively involved and could grasp the seriousness of the issues being addressed. Her session effectively conveyed how children could become victims of trafficking and abuse and emphasized the severe physical, psychological, and mental health consequences of such exploitation.

Through the session, the students were sensitized to the tactics used by traffickers and abusers, enabling them to be vigilant and aware of how to safeguard themselves from potential danger. The importance of recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior was underscored, helping the children become more confident in protecting themselves and their peers from these grave threats.

The program was organized by Ms. Bahiya Hanan II BSW, Ms. Krista Nicetas II BSW and Ms. Jamini, I BSW, under the guidance of Field Supervisor Mrs. Veena B.K, HoD, Assistant Professor BSW Department, School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangalore.