Kalahandi Oct 27 [UDN}: A district-level training workshop was organised by the District Social Welfare Office of Kalahandi in Bhawanipatna with the objective of strengthening coordinated efforts to ensure women’s safety, protect their rights, and prevent domestic violence.
The workshop focused on ensuring that wome, n affected by domestic violence receive timely legal assistance, adequate protection, and access to justice. It also emphasised the importance of effective coordination among various government departments and concerned stakeholders to ensure a prompt and appropriate response to cases involving violence against women.
Participants highlighted the need to strengthen awareness about women’s legal rights, available support systems, and the mechanisms established to protect women from domestic abuse and exploitation. The initiative aimed to improve the capacity of officials and other stakeholders to identify cases of domestic violence, respond sensitively to victims’ needs, and facilitate access to necessary legal and protective services.
The workshop also underlined the importance of collective responsibility, interdepartmental coordination, and sustained public awareness in addressing domestic violence. By strengthening institutional cooperation and improving the delivery of support services, the programme sought to create a safer and more supportive environment for women across Kalahandi district.
The initiative reflects the district administration’s continued emphasis on promoting women’s empowerment, safeguarding their rights, and ensuring that women facing violence can seek assistance, protection, and justice without unnecessary delays.
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