DNLU Jabalpur Hosts Workshop on Prevention of Violence Against Women
DNLU Jabalpur, in collaboration with SAFMA and PARI, hosted a workshop on the prevention of violence against women. Scroll down to read more!
Jabalpur, 23rd August 2024 – Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, in collaboration with Social Action Forum for Manav Adhikar (SAFMA) and People Against Rapes in India (PARI), organized a workshop focused on the prevention of violence against women, with a special emphasis on redressal and rehabilitation. This initiative, held under the Academic Outreach Committee, underscores DNLU's commitment to promoting gender equality and academic excellence.
Inauguration and Tree Plantation Drive
The workshop began with a symbolic tree plantation drive within the university premises, demonstrating the participants' support for the cause. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Shri Justice H.P. Singh, Former Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. In his address, Justice Singh highlighted the challenges women victims face in accessing legal recourse and stressed the need for simplifying legal procedures to better support victims.
Key Sessions and Topics
The workshop featured insightful presentations from prominent figures in the field:
I. Sexual Violence & Rehabilitation of Victims
- Ms. Yogita Bhayana, Founder of PARI, spoke on the role of institutions like PARI in supporting victims of sexual violence. She emphasized the importance of raising awareness about the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace (POSH) Act.
II. Legal Aspects of Violence Against Women:
- Dr. Charu Wali Khanna, President of SAFMA, discussed the need for more victim-friendly legal procedures that can expedite justice for women. She highlighted the importance of fast-tracking cases involving violence against women.
III. Legal Procedures and FIR Filing
- Ms. Namita Dwivedi, Assistant Director of MPSJA, provided a detailed overview of the legal procedures related to filing FIRs. She also led an interactive session to gauge the audience's understanding of laws related to violence against women.
Interactive Q&A Session
The workshop concluded with a dynamic Q&A session, where participants engaged with the speakers on various issues concerning violence against women. The discussion provided valuable insights into the challenges and potential solutions for improving the legal framework and support systems for victims.
Organizers and Support
The workshop was organized under the guidance of Dr. Gargi Chakrabarti, Associate Professor and Faculty In-charge of the Academic Outreach Committee, with the unwavering support of the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Sinha. The presence of Ms. Priya Thakur, State Convenor of SAFMA, further enriched the event, reflecting the collaborative spirit in addressing such a crucial issue.
This workshop marks a significant step towards empowering women and strengthening the legal and social frameworks that protect them.
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