Arpan

Arpan envisions a world free of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA). Its mission is to prevent CSA and heal those affected by it through awareness, education, advocacy, and psychosocial support. Guided by values of integrity, empathy, and collaboration, Arpan works with children, parents, teachers, and government systems to create safer environments for every child. It combines prevention, training, digital innovation, mental health support, and policy advocacy to bring systemic change across India and beyond.

Major Interventions:

Personal Safety Education: Arpan’s flagship program focuses on building awareness and resilience among children and adolescents. It equips them with the knowledge and confidence to identify unsafe situations, say “no,” and seek help. The program also engages teachers, parents, and caregivers to create supportive environments where children can feel secure. Conducted in schools and communities, the initiative helps embed personal safety concepts in everyday learning and contributes to preventing child sexual abuse at the grassroots level.

Training and Advocacy: This program strengthens the capacity of professionals and systems that work with children. Arpan trains teachers, counsellors, police officials, and other stakeholders in identifying, managing, and responding to CSA. Through advocacy and partnerships with national and state-level education councils, Arpan promotes the inclusion of Personal Safety Education in school curricula. Its evidence-based approach and research drive policy reforms that institutionalize child protection mechanisms.

Digital Learning: Arpan harnesses digital technology to expand its reach and accessibility. Its e-learning platform hosts interactive safety courses for children and training modules for adults. It offers these resources in multiple regional languages to ensure inclusivity.

Mental Health and Healing Services: Arpan provides trauma-informed counselling and therapy to survivors of child sexual abuse. These services focus on restoring emotional well-being, developing coping mechanisms, and fostering resilience. Through initiatives like Child Safety Week and large-scale research studies, Arpan raises public consciousness about child safety and sexual abuse prevention.