Launch of Himmatwale Sonu Monu
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Launch of Himmatwale Sonu Monu
Launch Of Himmatwale Sonu Monu
Launch Of Himmatwale Sonu Monu
On 31st August, the “Himmatwale Sonu Monu” comic book, was launched by SADRAG (Social and Development Research & Action Group). The event started with an engaging panel discussion that set the tone for a meaningful exploration of the importance of child protection and the role of different sectors in safeguarding children’s rights. The event brought together an esteemed panel of experts, including Shaonli Chakraborty, CEO of Upfront Catalyst Group; Mr. Saumya Mishra, Senior Correspondent at Hindustan Times; Dr. Rahul Kapoor, Assistant Professor at Gautam Budh University; Mr. Ravikant, Country Head of the Access to Justice Programme; Dr. Mala Bhandari, Founder of Sadrag; and Anuradha Singh, Strategic Advisor at Sadrag.
Dr. Mala Bhandari opened the discussion by addressing the alarming rise in cases of child abuse in India, noting that society often reacts only after the fact, rather than focusing on prevention. She highlighted the intersection of social, religious, and communal lines in child protection issues and emphasized the importance of early intervention and education. The comic book was created with this preventive approach, designed to be easily understood by children, who can then discuss its themes—such as marriage, sexual abuse, and the right to education—with their parents and teachers. Dr. Bhandari thanked Mamta Ji and Mr. Sushil for simplifying these complex topics for young readers. She also underscored the critical need to address topics like sexual education openly with children, correlating economic vulnerability with the prevalence of early marriages.