Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a universal problem with grave repercussions & Five years ago Sahyog embarked on its journey to respond the issue. It was a path less tread upon & consequently more Challenging route. It was a world defined by the language of silence, a silence which speaks & a silence, to which, we at Sahyog try to give strong voice.Sahyog feels humbled & proud that we have touched directly almost 1 lakh Children, assisted them to overcome their trauma & move enriched life.
CSA is a form of child abuse in which an adult or older adolescent uses a child for sexual stimulation. Forms of child sexual abuse include engaging in sexual activities with a child (whether by asking or pressuring, or by other means), indecent exposure (of the genitals, female nipples, etc.), child grooming, or using a child to produce child pornography. The sexual abuse of children is a fundamental violation of their rights. It is a universal and complex problem.
We aim to protect children by educating them & their teachers/parents on how to recognize and prevent child sexual abuse through preparedness sessions 1. Sahyog team will conduct workshops on Child Sexual Abuse in 100 Govt schools that promote children's rights, which will enhance student's ability to prevent or avoid sexual abuse & exploitation. 2. Promoting awareness through mobilization in related communities 3. Community Connections 4. Building networks 5. Public awareness and advocacy
After implementation the Personal Safety Education program & awareness sessions , the ability to ask for help within & outside session increased. Skills to deal with unpleasant emotions & expressing them safely Skills to share their difficulties without hesitation & find safe ways to deal being sensitive to each other's need in institutional setups Reduction of self-harming behavior people raise their voice against CSA help to spread awareness into the communities to prepare & respond themselves
