Bachpan Save the Innocence
Educates and empowers diverse groups to prevent child sexual abuse through workshops, support groups, and advocacy efforts
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About
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Headquarters
Panchkula, Haryana
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Since
2021
Bachpan Save The Innocence (BSTI) is an officially registered Public Trust committed to advocating action against child sexual abuse (CSA) among vario Read moreus groups, including children, teenagers, young adults, parents, educators, and legal professionals. The organisation's goal involves hosting instructional sessions covering a range of topics, such as safe and unsafe physical contact, adolescent issues, sexual consent, online safety, and gender and sexuality. Its adult training sessions aim to engage individuals from diverse backgrounds, while workshops for youth focus on empowering young leaders for child protection. Additionally, the initiative facilitates connections between adults and counsellors, supporting therapy sessions. Both offline and online support groups offer a non-judgmental environment for CSA survivors. The organisation envisions a world where everyone is educated on CSA prevention through sustainable programmes. Already, it has had a significant impact, developing 15 sensitisation programmes, hosting over 1600+ workshops, and reaching out to 64000+ individuals by mobilising 1000+ volunteers till date. The organisation is dedicated to expanding its presence in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, addressing the urgent issue of child sexual abuse as both a human rights and public health issue in the country.
Issue
Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) is a hidden epidemic in India. According to government data, over 53% of children report experiencing some form of sexual abuse — yet the majority of cases go unreported due to fear, shame, and lack of awareness. Most abuse is committed by someone the child knows — relatives, neighbors, even teachers — and often happens in spaces that should be safe. The impact is lifelong, affecting mental health, emotional well-being, education, and future relationships. Survivors frequently battle depression, anxiety, self-harm, and trust issues into adulthood. Despite the introduction of the POCSO Act, awareness about CSA and how to prevent or respond to it remains dangerously low among parents, teachers, and even children. Most children don’t know how to identify unsafe touch or seek help. There is an urgent need for: 1) Age-appropriate education for children 2) Training for adults on how to respond to disclosures 3) Safe spaces where survivors can share and heal 4) Strong community awareness to break the silence around CSA At Bachpan Save The Innocence, we are working to fill these gaps through sensitisation workshops, survivor support, and institutional partnerships. We believe that every child deserves a safe childhood, and the responsibility to ensure it belongs to all of us.
Action
The organization conducts sustainable training programs and workshops for children and adults across professions to prevent child sexual abuse and provide support to victims.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Impact
In a recent assessment across four schools (Grades 3-5, 500 children), we conducted a pre-and post-assessment over four months to evaluate knowledge retention. The findings were significant: 1) The percentage of children with a poor understanding of personal safety dropped from 77% to 44%. 2) Those with average understanding increased from 21% to 47%, while 9% reached good/excellent levels (from 0%). 3) Overall CSA awareness scores improved from 44% to 68%. Additionally, feedback from 1,857 students across 12 schools highlighted that: 1) 84% learned something new about personal safety. 2) 75% felt more confident in recognising unsafe situations. 3) 73% had their past concerns addressed during the sessions.
Vision & Mission
Their vision is to educate everyone on CSA prevention through sustainable programs and provide a platform for CSA victims through support groups and therapy sessions, with a focus on expanding to Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
Programs
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I.B.Y. Box (I Believe You box) Programme
Child sexual abuse (CSA) leaves a lasting impact on the psyche and self-perception. The trauma may result in denial and dissociation, hindering acceptance and recovery. Venting provides a secure space to express thoughts, emotions, and traumatic experiences. Speaking openly about haunting memories aids healing, rebuilding trust, and achieving mental liberation. Anonymously sharing CSA experiences is encouraged, ensuring safety and facilitating disclosure in cases of difficulty or mistrust. The platform allows individuals to share their stories, with the responsibility of presenting these narratives to the world.
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Sensitization Programme
Promoting awareness of child rights and sex education at a personal level is crucial for safeguarding children and unique sensitization programmes have been crafted for various age groups. For instance, the "Safe Touch and Unsafe Touch" programme targets classes 3 to 5, addressing the vulnerability of this age group to abuse. Programs like "Adolescence" and "Consent" cater to classes 6 to 10, tackling issues related to emotional and physical changes during adolescence. "Digital Wellbeing" and "Cyber Safety" programmes address the challenges arising from digital engagement, and a legal workshop on the POCSO Act is designed for adults, specifically teachers and law students. These initiatives aim to bridge gaps in societal awareness and provide essential knowledge for preventing child sexual abuse.
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Support Groups
Impact Metrics
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People Sensistised
Program Name
Sensitisation programs
Year-wise Metrics- 2022-23 12000
Milestones & Track Record
The organization has grown to a team of more than 40 people from different colleges and regions, and has developed 11 programs for sensitization.
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
0-5
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAETB3782A
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Registration ID
289
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VO ID / Darpan ID
HR/2021/0283449
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12A
AAETB3782A22CD01
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80G
AAETB3782A22CD02
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
CSR00067243.
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust
Website
Financial Details
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2024-25
IncomeRs.1,450,000Admin ExpensesRs.120,000Program ExpensesRs.890,000Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it.