March 10, 2022, Guwahati: The Handbook ‘Role of Duty Bearers in Child Protection’ was translated in Assamese and was launched today by World Vision India at Hotel Grand Bhabendra Aley, Guwahati. The handbook was originally authored in English by Shri. Surendra Kumar, IPS, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Assam and has been published by National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam in the year 2019.
Releasing the translated book, Shri Bhaskar Jyoti Mahanta, IPS, Director General of Police Assam said protecting women and children ought to be one of the priorities of everyone. It is very important for the law enforcement agencies especially to be aware of the need to protect children, as they are the future citizens of our country. It is also important for us as a society to ameliorate together and generate awareness to such a level that crimes against children are simply not tolerated.
The four volumes of the translated handbook is a successful attempt to bring clarity and generate awareness of different legislations at one place. This translated book will now be a ready reckoner for all government officials and other child protection functionaries working with children in the state of Assam. This book has identified important legislations pertaining to child protection and has defined roles of duty bearers as mandated under various legislations in Assam. In order to cater to different stakeholders and for their convenience, the book has been written in a very simple language and varied range of info graphics have been used for better understanding of complex processes.
Addressing the gathering, Anam Hilaly, Assam Anti Child Trafficking Project, World Vision India said, “We are proud to have translated this comprehensive guide. This handbook will now help members of Child Welfare Committees, representatives of legal services and representatives from district administration across the state of Assam. Government officials, especially the police are one of the most critical partners for World Vision India’s child protection work in Assam. They are usually the first to respond in any situation where children are in distress. Hence, their sensitivity towards children and the way in which they handle cases are critical for the experience – and the trust – a child will have on the justice system.” She further added, “We are hopeful that this handbook will help the duty bearer to ensure that children receive the protection they deserve during crisis,”
The book launch event was attended by a wide range of stakeholders starting from senior officers of the state, civil society organizations, academic institutions and media houses.
