World Environment Day Celebration 2026
Date: 5th – 8th June 2026
Child Rights Trust (CRT), with the support of Azim Premji Foundation, celebrated World Environment Day across six Gram Panchayats to raise awareness about environmental protection and sustainable living.
The programme focused on the importance of protecting natural resources, reducing plastic pollution, conserving water, promoting cleanliness, and encouraging tree plantation. Resource persons Mr. Basavaraj and Ms. Roopa conducted interactive awareness sessions for children and community members on climate change, environmental conservation, and eco-friendly practices.
Children actively participated in discussions, shared their views on environmental protection, and pledged to keep their surroundings clean and green. Tree plantation activities were also organized as part of the celebration.
A total of 1,084 children participated in the programme, including 650 girls and 434 boys. The event successfully promoted environmental awareness and encouraged children to become responsible stewards of nature under the message:
“Today’s Environmental Protection, Tomorrow’s Safe Future.”
- Children discussing environmental issues during the World Environment Day programme in Kallukamba village.
- Group photograph of participants after the World Environment Day celebration in Kolur village.
- Tree plantation activity conducted as part of World Environment Day celebrations.
Menstrual Hygiene Day Celebration 2026
Date: 28th –30th May 2026
Child Rights Trust (CRT), with the support of Azim Premji Foundation under the Adolescent Empowerment Programme, successfully organized Menstrual Hygiene Day celebrations across six Gram Panchayats: Kallukamba, Badanahatti, Genikihal, Somasamudra, Kolur, and Dammur.
The programme was conducted with the theme “Break the Silence, End the Stigma” to promote awareness on menstrual health, hygiene, dignity, and gender equality. Adolescent girls received information on the menstrual cycle, personal hygiene practices, use and safe disposal of sanitary products, nutrition, and management of common menstrual health concerns.
Resource persons Ms. Parvathi and Ms. Roopa facilitated interactive sessions, addressed myths and misconceptions surrounding menstruation, and encouraged participants to speak openly and confidently about menstrual health.
A total of 556 adolescent girls participated in the programme. The initiative contributed to improving awareness, self-confidence, and healthy practices among adolescent girls, while promoting a supportive and stigma-free environment.
- Group activities conducted during Menstrual Hygiene Day celebrations in Kolur village.
- Demonstration of yoga practices beneficial during menstruation in Kallukamba village.
- Awareness session on the proper use of sanitary pads in Genikihal village.
- Participants and facilitators during the concluding session of Menstrual Hygiene Day celebrations in Kallukamba village.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti Celebration
Date: 4th – 8th April 2026
Child Rights Trust (CRT), Bengaluru, with the support of Azim Premji Foundation, organized Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations across six Gram Panchayats in Kurugodu Taluk Kallukamba, Badanahatti, Somasamudra, Genikihal, Kolur, and Dammur.
Various competitions such as Quiz, Drawing, Speech, and Essay Writing were conducted for school children and adolescents to promote awareness on social justice, equality, child rights, child protection, child marriage, and child labour. Winners were encouraged with prizes and certificates.
A total of 1,056 adolescents (680 girls and 376 boys) participated in the activities. The programme successfully inspired children to learn about the life and contributions of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar while promoting leadership, creativity, and social awareness.
- Children participating in Quiz and Essay competitions during Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations.
- Prize distribution to winners of Quiz, Speech, Drawing, and Essay competitions.
- Adolescents actively participating in Ambedkar Jayanti activities organized in Genikihal and Mustagatti villages.
National Girl Child Day 2026 – “Empowered Girls, Strong Nation”
Date: 24th Jan – 9th Feb 2026
Child Rights Trust, Bengaluru, with the support of Azim Premji Foundation, organized National Girl Child Day celebrations across six Gram Panchayats of Kurugodu Taluk – Kallukamba, Badanahatti, Somasamudra, Genikihal, Koluru, and Dammuru.
The programme aimed to promote awareness on girl child rights, education, health, safety, gender equality, prevention of child marriage, and child protection. Resource persons conducted interactive sessions, discussions, awareness campaigns, and pledge ceremonies to encourage adolescents to respect and support girls’ aspirations and opportunities.
Special emphasis was given to children’s constitutional rights, gender equality, child helpline services (1098), and the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment for every girl child.
A total of 1,300 adolescents participated in the programme, including 795 adolescent girls and 505 adolescent boys, benefiting from awareness sessions and community engagement activities.
The programme reinforced the message that every girl deserves dignity, equal opportunities, protection, and support to achieve her full potential and contribute to a stronger nation.
Child Rights Grama Sabha
Child Rights Grama Sabha” is an important tool to uphold child rights of rural children
Child Rights Trust organized “State Level Consultation on Effectiveness of Child Rights Grama Sabha jointly with Karnataka Panchayat Raj Commissionerate and Educo organization on 18th September 2024 at Bengaluru.
Mrs.Nagaveni, Deputy Director, Karnataka Panchayat Raj Commission; Mr. Venkatesh, Member of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights; Mr.Guruprasad, Country Director of Educo; Dr. Vasudeva Sharma, Executive Director of Child Rights Trust; Presidents of various Grama Panchayats along with child representatives of Child Rights Clubs inaugurated the consultation by releasing the book “Child Rights Grama Sabhas – Success Stories 2”.
Child Rights Trust, Benglauru, in association with Educo, Spain, has implemented the project ‘Children in Governance’ in 108 Grama Panchayats of 11 Taluks in four selected districts of the state (Bellari, Chikkaballapur, Gadag and Dakshina Kannada) through an agreement with the Department of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka. In the consultation various grama panchayats presidents, elected members, PDOs and service providers such as anganwadi worker, teachers, NGO representatives, child representatives from child rights clubs, media representatives participated and discussed effectively on the process of Child Rights Grama Sabhas, its effectiveness and the futuristic ideas for the application of this instrument.
Participants of the consultation also discussed organizing Child Rights Grama Sabhas effectively that include proper planning on organzing this special meeting, involving all the concerned departments and also by giving appropriate representation to children from all kinds of backgrounds. The delegates in the consultation suggested to the Govt to issue fresh circulars every year to the Grama Panchayats in the month of September itself to initiate planning meetings at the district, taluk and Grama Panchayat level for the Child Rights Grama Sabhas. They insisted that it would help in developing year plans with a budget, for both soft and hard (including infrastructure) giving more space to children’s voices to express their concerns and responding to the demands raised by both the children and the community in the interest of the children. This consultation in an unified voice said that such a procedure of planning, execution, monitoring and follow up will certainly help in upholding the rights of the rural children.
The consultation with active participation of about 80 members from across the state, who had experienced the process of Child Rights Clubs and Child Rights Grama Sabhas gave practical insights and suggestions for the effective implementation of this innovative idea in an effective manner in the coming days with appropriate participation of both Govt and the communities.
Bangalore, child rights trust Karnataka - August 29, 2024
The Child Rights Trust (CRT) marked a remarkable milestone, celebrating 22 years of unwavering dedication to promoting and protecting children’s rights in India. Since its inception in 2002, CRT has been at the forefront of child advocacy, striving to ensure every child enjoys a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment.
A Journey of Impact
The commemorative event, hosted to celebrate this achievement, brought together CRT's staff, donors, and supporters. Dr. Vasudeva Sharma, Executive Director and Trustee, warmly welcomed attendees, while Mrs. Priyanka expertly guided the audience through the proceedings. Ms. Jyoti vividly recounted CRT's journey, highlighting the organization's significant accomplishments over the years.
Insights and Reflections
A notable highlight of the event was an insightful talk by Ms. Anjali Ramanna, Trustee of CRT, on "The new criminal laws of 2023, replacing the old regime." Her thought-provoking discussion shed light on the implications of these changes for child rights.
A Commitment to Continue
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Mr. Koushik. As CRT celebrates this milestone, the organization reaffirms its commitment to continuing its vital work in championing the rights of children in Karnataka.
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RTE Task Force
RTE Task Force which was initiated in 2011 is not solely funded by any group.
Child Empowerment For Good
The project is implemented in the most vulnerable districts of North Karnataka with the help of civil society organisations.
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“ Nurturing Movement of Girls and Young Women as Agents of Change to Ascertain their Rights”
Childline- Nodal Agency
CHILDLINE is a national, 24-hour, free emergency phone outreach service for children in need of care and protection.
Campaigns
In spite of awareness, media coverage, actions(Punishments?) we are still coming across reports on Child abuse, Exploitation, ill treatment
Children In Governance
The project is aimed at empowering children to exercise their agency through participation in local governance
KCRO
KCRO, an advocacy forum for the advancement of child rights in karnataka, is run by a consortium of NGOs, academics and individuals working in the field
Child Rights Grama Sabha
Since 2003 CRT started working with 15 Grama panchayats in Bellary district
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CRT conducts a wide range of workshops and training programmes from brief one-hour and half-day orientations to three-day workshops
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CRT links with many organisations to plan, implement, monitor and review programmes, projects and cases involving children.
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We are a non governmental, non political, non profitable organisation established a decade ago in 29th August, 2002 by a group of like minded trustees to advocate Child rights in India. Child Rights Trust is a public charitable organisation which works for and with children, without distinction of religion, caste, creed, gender or social status. We are basically a research, training, advocacy and lobbying organisation sharing knowledge with other Network / NGOs working in the lane of Child Rights through workshops, campaigns and in a consultative capacity
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Dr. Padmini - Child Rights Award Ceremony 2024
Celebrating Excellence in Child Rights Advocacy
On July 15, 2024, the Child Rights Trust hosted the second annual Dr. Padmini - Child Rights Award ceremony, a prestigious event honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to promoting and protecting children's rights.
Awards and Recognition
Two exceptional individuals, Ms. Sushila, Spandana, Belagavi and Ms. Shobha, Sevak, Belagavi were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the field of child rights. Their tireless efforts embody the spirit of advocacy and commitment that Dr. Padmini championed throughout her career.
Commitment to Child Rights
The Child Rights Trust reaffirmed its commitment to advancing child rights discussions, recognizing exemplary individuals through awards, and nurturing future leaders through fellowships and training initiatives. The event celebrated achievements while galvanizing ongoing efforts to ensure that children everywhere enjoy their fundamental rights to life, protection, development, and participation.
Inaugural Dr. Padmini Memorial Lecture
The ceremony featured the inauguration of Dr. Padmini memorial lecture by renowned child rights expert, Mrs. Sudha Murali. Her inspiring speech emphasized the importance of collective action in ensuring children's rights and empowering future generations.
Dr. Padmini Child Rights Fellowship
The ceremony also highlighted the Dr. Padmini Child Rights Fellowship, which supports five young individuals in their pursuit of child rights advocacy, particularly in rural areas. This initiative aims to empower the next generation of leaders in the field. Ms. Suman Mathew, Mr. Anklesh, Ms. Shyalaja HC, Ms. Shruthi, Mr. Anjinappa.
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