POCSO Act Training Program Outline (For Teachers &
Students)
Target Audience:
Teachers (All Grades)
Students (Age-appropriate groups)
Program Duration: (Adjust based on your needs)
Teachers: 2-3 hours
Students: 1-1.5 hours (depending on age group)
Module 1: Introduction to POCSO Act (Common for Teachers & Students)
What is POCSO Act? (Definition, Purpose)
Why is POCSO Important? (Statistics on child sexual abuse)
Key Concepts: (Good touch, bad touch, private body parts)
Module 2: Understanding Child Sexual Abuse (For Teachers Only)
Types of Child Sexual Abuse (Physical, Emotional, Sexual)
Signs and Symptoms (Behavioral changes, physical indicators)
Identifying Potential Perpetrators (Grooming techniques, red flags)
Module 3: Creating a Safe School Environment (For Teachers Only)
School Policies and Procedures (Reporting suspected abuse, child protection
protocols)
Open Communication with Students (Creating a safe space for disclosure)
Bystander Intervention (Recognizing and addressing risky situations)
Module 4: Reporting and Support Mechanisms (Common for Teachers & Students)
Who to Report to (School authorities, Childline, Police)
Reporting Procedures (Importance of documenting details)
Support Services Available (Counseling, medical assistance, legal aid)
Module 5: Age-Appropriate Activities for Students (Differentiated by Age Group)
Lower Grades: (Interactive games, role-playing scenarios, body safety songs)
Middle Grades: (Group discussions, case studies, creating safety plans)
Higher Grades: (Debates on online safety, legal implications of POCSO Act)
Resources:
Provide a list of relevant websites, helplines, and POCSO Act information in student-
friendly language.
Wrap-up and Discussion:
Open forum for Q&A and addressing student concerns.
Reinforce key messages about safety and reporting.
Provide positive affirmations and encourage open communication.
Note:
The content complexity and activities should be adapted for different age groups of
students.
Consider incorporating age-appropriate videos or presentations to enhance student
engagement.
Encourage teachers to practice active listening skills when students disclose abuse.
This is a sample outline and can be modified to fit the specific needs of your school.
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