LLN Conducts Legal Awareness Session on Child Rights and Protection at Fluorescent School
Legal Literacy Nepal (LLN) conducted a legal awareness and orientation session on child rights and child protection at Fluorescent School with the objective of enhancing students’ understanding of their rights and promoting a safe, respectful, and child-friendly learning environment.
A total of 72 students participated in the session, which was facilitated by Advocate Om Prakash Sen Thakuri, Executive Director of Legal Literacy Nepal. During the program, students were oriented on the fundamental rights of children guaranteed under the Constitution of Nepal, 2072, the Act Relating to Children, 2075, and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). The session focused on children's rights to protection, education, participation, development, and non-discrimination, while also highlighting the responsibilities of families, schools, communities, and state institutions in safeguarding these rights.
The orientation further addressed key child protection concerns, including violence, abuse, neglect, bullying, and exploitation. Students were informed about legal provisions related to crimes against children and the punishments prescribed under the National Criminal Code, 2074. Emphasis was placed on identifying harmful behaviors, understanding available reporting mechanisms, and seeking support from trusted adults, teachers, and relevant authorities when children's rights are violated.