As part of the observance of Child Rights Week from November 14 to 21, the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Mission Vatsalya, Department of Social Welfare, Zunheboto, organized a Block Level Sensitization Programme on Child Rights & Protection and Legal Adoption on November 15 at Atoizu Town Hall, Zunheboto.

The programme was chaired by Alayvi Swu, Outreach Worker, DCPU, who opened the session with introductory remarks. The event began with an invocation, followed by a welcome address delivered by Vivi Chishi, Data Entry Operator (JJB), DCPU.

Addressing the gathering, Ruzonuo Rita Rutsa, District Child Protection Officer (DCPO), DCPU, spoke on Child Rights and Protection, highlighting the legal frameworks, responsibilities of stakeholders, and the need for community participation in safeguarding children.

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This was followed by a session on Different Child Protection Mechanisms and Legal Adoption presented by Luaying Konyak, Legal-cum-Protection Officer, DCPU, who briefed participants on the procedures, legal provisions, and the role of statutory bodies in ensuring safe and lawful adoption practices.

The discussion hour was moderated by Thujosayi Keyho, Social Worker, DCPU, allowing participants to raise queries and share concerns regarding issues related to child rights and welfare.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ruzonuo Rita Rutsa, expressing gratitude to all participants, resource persons, and organizing members for their active involvement.

The sensitization programme aimed to strengthen awareness at the grassroots level and reinforce the collective responsibility of the community in protecting and promoting the rights of children.