Discussion Calls for Stronger Child Protection Laws and Addressing Emerging Challenges
Mr. Amod K. Kanth as Distinguished Speaker at Training Programme on “Essentials of Child Protection”
Our Founder and Mentor Mr. Amod K. Kanth was invited as a distinguished speaker at the Two-Day Training Programme on “Essentials of Child Protection” organised by the Centre for Child Rights (CCR), National Law University Odisha (NLUO), in collaboration with the Crime Against Women & Children Wing (CAW & CW), Odisha Police, held on 18th and 19th May 2026 at Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
The training programme brought together frontline cadre police personnel, District Special Juvenile Police Unit Heads, Child Friendly Police Station personnel, State Nodal Officers, CAW & CW Officers and IAHTUs to strengthen understanding and implementation of child protection laws and mechanisms.
Sessions Delivered
Mr. Kanth delivered extensive sessions on the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, its practical application, the role of police personnel, and other key child protection legislations including the Prevention of Child Marriage Act, 2006 and the Child & Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 2016.
Drawing from decades of experience through Prayas JAC Society and its allied organisations, he shared insights on the evolution of the Juvenile Justice System, NCRB data on crimes against and by children, mechanisms for Children in Need of Care and Protection, the role of Child Welfare Committees, Mission Vatsalya, and the critical responsibilities of police personnel in ensuring child rights and protection.
Distinguished Participants
The programme witnessed the participation of several eminent dignitaries including Prof. Biraj Swain, Prof. Dolly Jabbal, Smt. Shyni S, IPS, Shri Vinaytosh Mishra, IPS, and Dr. (Prof.) Kalpana Purushothaman, among others, who contributed valuable perspectives on child protection, law, mental health, and policing practices.
The sessions reflected the collective commitment towards building a stronger, more child-sensitive justice and protection system in the country.
