FOREWORD

Child Abuse is a reality and it is up to the adults (citizens, caregivers, parents etc) to ensure that children are protected from harm and abuse.

This guide on child protection is an easy reference on the actions required if a child is found in need for protection. It lays out steps for citizens and care providers on how to reach out to an abused child. It is expected that this guide will help create an enabling environment for children so that they feel safe and protected.

This guide contains information which is practical and doable for all adults and concerned citizens and is based on Save the Children’s experience in addressing issues of Child Protection

“World will not be destroyed by thosewhodoevil,butbythosewho watchthemwithoutdoinganything” , so said Albert Einstein. So please join us in the endeavor to make our homes, institutions, towns, cities and villages safe for all children

Sandhya Krishnan State Programme Manager, Maharashtra