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Childhood Enhancement through Training and Action - CHETNA CHETNA is a grass-roots Indian NGO working for the empowerment of street-connected children in Delhi

05/10/2026

What happens when a conversation about periods leaves the room and enters the community?

It becomes a conversation that cannot be ignored. With 120 adolescent girls and women coming together, CHETNA’s Period Poverty Campaign brought menstruation out of silence and into the heart of the community. The journey began with an e-rickshaw awareness drive, led by adolescent girls alongside the CHETNA team. Moving through the community, they carried messages of menstrual hygiene, dignity and healthy practices—not just as participants, but as young voices leading the conversation.

And the conversation did not stop there. Interactive stalls, music, theatre and group discussions created spaces for questions, learning and exchange, turning a topic often surrounded by myths, hesitation and discomfort into something people could openly talk about. The participation of Ms. Neelam, Cluster Coordinator, Samagra Shiksha West, and Ms. Meenakshi, Child Protection Officer, DCPU North West, further highlighted the importance of collective efforts in building safer and more informed communities.

Because menstrual health is not simply about periods. It is about dignity. It is about knowledge. It is about breaking silence. And it is about ensuring that no girl or woman has to feel ashamed of something that is a natural part of life. Sometimes, change begins with something as simple as starting a conversation—and 120 women and girls helped start one.

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22/09/2026

बढ़ते कदम लीडर्स ट्रेनिंग बच्चों की आवाज़, बच्चों की पहल

बढ़ते कदम के लीडर्स और बालकनामा रिपोर्टर्स के साथ नेतृत्व और पत्रकारिता से जुड़ा एक विशेष प्रशिक्षण आयोजित किया गया। प्रशिक्षण के दौरान बच्चों ने अपने समुदाय में मौजूद चुनौतियों को पहचानने, महत्वपूर्ण मुद्दों पर खबर तैयार करने, खबर की सही तरीके से पुष्टि करने और उसे प्रभावी ढंग से प्रस्तुत करने के बारे में सीखा।

चर्चा, समूह गतिविधियों और अनुभव साझा करने के माध्यम से बच्चों ने न केवल अपनी नेतृत्व क्षमता और संवाद कौशल को मजबूत किया, बल्कि अपने आसपास हो रहे बदलावों को समझने और उन्हें अपनी आवाज़ के माध्यम से सामने लाने का आत्मविश्वास भी विकसित किया।

यह प्रशिक्षण बच्चों को सिर्फ अपनी आवाज़ उठाने के लिए नहीं, बल्कि अपने समुदाय की आवाज़ बनने के लिए प्रोत्साहित करने की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण कदम रहा।

16/09/2026

As part of our efforts to make learning engaging and experiential, children from CHETNA’s Khilti Kaliyan Project, Gurugram, recently visited the National Rail Museum, New Delhi for an educational exposure visit.

The visit gave children an opportunity to explore India’s rich railway heritage and learn about the evolution of trains and railway technology. They explored the museum’s collection of historic locomotives, coaches, railway equipment and other exhibits, while discovering fascinating stories from the past.

A special highlight of the visit was the joy ride, which brought excitement and curiosity to the learning experience.

Beyond textbooks and classrooms, such exposure visits help children observe, explore, ask questions and connect learning with the world around them.

A day filled with curiosity, discovery, and joyful learning!

14/09/2026

On 7 September 2026, CHETNA, in collaboration with SBI Foundation, organised a one-day Teachers’ Training Programme on Child Rights and Protection, bringing together 198 participants, including 164 teachers from 79 schools.

The programme focused on POCSO, Child Labour and Corporal Punishment, using expert-led sessions, interactive discussions and participatory activities to strengthen educators’ role in creating safe, supportive and child-friendly schools.

The programme concluded with a shared commitment to protect the rights, dignity, safety and well-being of every child.

Freedom shines brightest when every child can dream, learn and grow with dignity. 🇮🇳On India’s 80th Independence Day, CH...
15/08/2026

Freedom shines brightest when every child can dream, learn and grow with dignity. 🇮🇳

On India’s 80th Independence Day, CHETNA celebrates the courage of our freedom fighters and renews its commitment to building an India where every child is safe, empowered and heard.

Wishing everyone a very Happy Independence Day!

वंदे मातरम्! भारत माता की जय!

An inspiring exposure visit to the National Science Centre, New Delhi, where our children discovered the wonders of scie...
12/08/2026

An inspiring exposure visit to the National Science Centre, New Delhi, where our children discovered the wonders of science through interactive exhibits, hands-on experiments, and engaging learning experiences.

The visit sparked curiosity, encouraged creativity, and nurtured a spirit of scientific exploration—making learning fun, experiential, and truly meaningful!

13/07/2026

डीएलएफ फेज़-5 समुदाय में सेक्टर-53 थाना पुलिस के सहयोग से बाल सुरक्षा एवं संरक्षण विषय पर प्रभावी जागरूकता कार्यक्रम आयोजित किया गया। इस अवसर पर SI अजय जी, ASI सतपाल जी एवं पुलिस टीम ने बच्चों और समुदाय के सदस्यों से संवाद करते हुए उन्हें अपने आसपास होने वाली गतिविधियों के प्रति सतर्क रहने, नशे के दुष्प्रभावों से बचने, सुरक्षित व्यवहार अपनाने तथा किसी भी आपात या असुरक्षित स्थिति में बिना डर के पुलिस से सहायता लेने की प्रक्रिया के बारे में जानकारी दी।

कार्यक्रम के दौरान POCSO अधिनियम सहित महत्वपूर्ण बाल संरक्षण कानूनों पर भी विस्तार से चर्चा की गई। समुदाय से सामने आए छेड़छाड़ और बच्चों की सुरक्षा से जुड़े मुद्दों पर खुलकर संवाद हुआ तथा ऐसी परिस्थितियों में किन बातों का ध्यान रखना चाहिए और समय पर शिकायत करना क्यों आवश्यक है, इस पर विशेष जोर दिया गया।

बाल संरक्षण अधिकारी ने भी समुदाय को यह समझाया कि किस प्रकार समुदाय, बाल संरक्षण अधिकारी और पुलिस के बीच एक मजबूत समन्वय स्थापित कर बच्चों के लिए सुरक्षित एवं संरक्षित वातावरण तैयार किया जा सकता है। उन्होंने सभी से मिलकर बच्चों की सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करने और संभावित खतरों को समय रहते पहचानकर रोकने की अपील की।

इस कार्यक्रम में लगभग 80 बच्चों एवं समुदाय के सदस्यों ने उत्साहपूर्वक भाग लिया। यह कार्यक्रम केवल जानकारी साझा करने तक सीमित नहीं रहा, बल्कि बच्चों की सुरक्षा के प्रति सामूहिक जिम्मेदारी और सहयोग की भावना को भी मजबूत करने का एक सार्थक प्रयास रहा।

11/07/2026

When awareness meets action, change begins.

We successfully organized a Community Awareness Programme on Child Rights and Child Protection Laws in collaboration with Gurugram Police, at community near JMD bringing together children, parents, and community members to strengthen collective responsibility towards child safety.

We were honoured to be joined by Additional SHO, Sector 65 Police Station, Shri Vinod Ji, and SI Shri Vijay Ji, who shared valuable insights on the POCSO Act, Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, and the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act. They emphasized that every child deserves a safe childhood, access to education, and protection from all forms of exploitation.

The session also highlighted CHETNA's ongoing efforts to promote child rights, quality education, and child protection through community-based interventions.

What made the programme truly impactful was the open dialogue that followed. Parents and community members actively participated, raised their concerns, and received practical guidance from the police officers. These conversations reinforced an important message protecting children is not the responsibility of one institution alone; it is a shared commitment of families, communities, schools, civil society, and law enforcement.

With the enthusiastic participation of 80 community members, including 30–40 children, the programme reflected the power of collaboration in creating informed, empowered, and child-friendly communities.

Every conversation creates awareness. Every informed parent protects a child. Every educated child builds a stronger future.

🌱 Celebrating 24 Years of Badhte Kadam Sangh – Empowering Children, Inspiring Change! 💚The 24th Foundation Day of Badhte...
10/07/2026

🌱 Celebrating 24 Years of Badhte Kadam Sangh – Empowering Children, Inspiring Change! 💚

The 24th Foundation Day of Badhte Kadam Sangh was celebrated with immense joy and enthusiasm across our five Alternative Education Centres in Jaipur, alongside the incredible children who continue to inspire us every day.

A special highlight of the celebration was the "Champion Tree (Sankalp Vriksh)" activity, where children identified the Child Champion role they aspire to become based on their interests and strengths. They proudly wrote and displayed their pledges for the coming year, committing themselves to themes such as education, reading, sports, health and hygiene, environmental protection, equality, and child rights.

The celebration also provided a meaningful space for children to reflect on their journeys, sharing how their lives have transformed since becoming part of Badhte Kadam Sangh. Their heartfelt stories, combined with their energetic performance of the "Badhte Kadam" song, filled the day with hope, pride, and celebration.

More than a celebration, the event reinforced our commitment to nurturing leadership, responsibility, self-confidence, and active community participation among children, empowering them to become confident changemakers for a brighter and more inclusive future.

💙 Together, we continue to take Badhte Kadam towards a world where every child can learn, lead, and thrive.

Dear NGO Member,Greetings!You may be aware of the recent guidelines and updates related to the Foreign Contribution (Reg...
03/07/2026

Dear NGO Member,
Greetings!
You may be aware of the recent guidelines and updates related to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), including the launch of the new FCRA Portal 2.0.
To help NGOs understand these changes, clear their doubts, and become familiar with the new portal, we are organizing a webinar on Saturday, 4 July 2026 in both Hindi and English.
हिंदी सत्र (Hindi Session)
विषय: FCRA New Portal 2.0 पर वेबिनार (हिंदी)
दिनांक: 4 जुलाई, 2026 (शनिवार)
समय: प्रातः 11:00 बजे से 12:00 बजे तक
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89852184378
Meeting ID: 898 5218 4378
Passcode: 1BJA0S
पंजीकरण अनिवार्य है।
कृपया पंजीकरण हेतु यह फॉर्म भरें। यह फॉर्म भरना अनिवार्य है तथा इसे केवल संस्था (NGO) के अधिकृत पदाधिकारी द्वारा ही भरा जाना चाहिए।
Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmUvElZO2Vnd2Pp1lth5WTPlrEX60UdW86SzbUcQM-VLLFFg/viewform?usp=header

• ⏳ पंजीकरण First Come, First Served के आधार पर किया जाएगा।
• 👥 केवल प्रथम 300 पंजीकृत प्रतिभागी ही Zoom के माध्यम से वेबिनार में शामिल हो सकेंगे।
• 📺 अन्य सभी प्रतिभागी चर्चा का सीधा प्रसारण CHETNA के सोशल मीडिया चैनलों पर देख सकते हैं:
▶️ YouTube:
https://youtube.com/?si=Em7gsw8SGNIEw_Hy
💼 LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/childhood-enhancement-through-training-and-action-chetna/
📘 Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BcgXcZzR3/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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English Session
Topic: Webinar on FCRA Portal 2.0 (English)
Date: Saturday, 4 July 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM (IST)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84859142231
Meeting ID: 848 5914 2231
Passcode: 877296
Registration is mandatory.
This form must be filled out only by the authorized office bearers of the NGO.
Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHTwatHeIqXsH1cFYRHa906XzShhtRE5JVtei52xGygmzUKQ/viewform?usp=header
We encourage all NGOs to participate in this informative session to better understand the latest FCRA guidelines and the features of the new FCRA Portal 2.0.
We look forward to your participation.
With regards,
⏳ Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• 👥 Only the first 300 registered participants will be able to join the webinar via Zoom.
• 📺 All other participants can watch the live discussion on CHETNA's social media channels:
▶️ YouTube:
https://youtube.com/?si=Em7gsw8SGNIEw_Hy
💼 LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/childhood-enhancement-through-training-and-action-chetna/
📘 Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BcgXcZzR3/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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