Alevoor, 11 September 2026
Alevoor Poornaprajna Public School organised an informative and interactive POCSO Awareness and Child Safety Programme on Friday, 11 September 2026, with the objective of creating greater awareness among students about personal safety, appropriate and inappropriate touch, personal boundaries and the importance of seeking help whenever they feel unsafe or uncomfortable.
The awareness session was conducted by Mr. Babu V. Bhat, Advocate, who addressed the students in a simple, age-appropriate and engaging manner. He explained the basic principles of personal safety and helped the students understand the difference between safe and unsafe touch, commonly introduced to children through the concept of “Good Touch and Bad Touch.”
During the session, Mr. Bhat emphasised that every child has the right to feel safe, respected and protected. Students were encouraged to recognise situations that make them uncomfortable and to understand that they have the right to set personal boundaries.
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A key message of the programme was that children should
never remain silent when they feel threatened, frightened or uncomfortable.
They were encouraged to say “NO” firmly, move away from an unsafe situation and
immediately inform a trusted adult, such as a parent, teacher or another
responsible person.
An Interactive Learning Experience
One of the highlights of the programme was the active interaction between the resource person and the students. Rather than limiting the programme to a formal lecture, Mr. Bhat encouraged students to participate, respond to questions and share their understanding.
Through practical examples and student-friendly explanations, the children were guided on how to identify potentially unsafe situations and how to respond appropriately. The interaction helped reinforce the importance of being alert without creating unnecessary fear among the students.
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The students listened attentively throughout the session and
participated enthusiastically in the discussion.
Awareness About the POCSO Act
The programme also introduced students to the basic purpose of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, which provides legal protection to children against sexual abuse, exploitation and related offences.
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The students were made aware that child safety is a shared
responsibility involving children, parents, teachers, schools and the wider
community.
The session reinforced the important message that children should never blame themselves for inappropriate behaviour directed towards them and that they should confidently seek help from trusted adults.
Building a Safe and Child-Friendly School Environment
Programmes of this nature play an important role in
equipping children with knowledge and practical safety skills appropriate to
their age.
By organising the awareness programme, Alevoor Poornaprajna
Public School reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a safe, supportive and
child-friendly educational environment in which students are encouraged to
communicate openly and seek help whenever required.
The programme was a meaningful learning experience for the students and contributed towards developing greater awareness, confidence and responsibility regarding personal safety.
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The school appreciates Mr. Babu V. Bhat, Advocate, for
sharing his valuable time and for presenting the sensitive subject in a clear,
approachable and student-friendly manner.
A Message to Every Child
Be Aware • Be Alert • Speak Up • Stay Safe
Knowledge, confidence, and communication are among the most important tools for protecting children. The programme concluded with the message that children should always remember that their safety matters and that trusted adults are available to listen, support and protect them.
