At Janhit Foundation, we believe every child deserves a safe, healthy, and empowered childhood. Our work spans from emergency response to long-term preventive initiatives, all aimed at upholding the dignity, rights, and potential of every child. We intervene through crisis support, community empowerment, and systemic change to protect children from harm and secure their future.
Janhit Foundation is a dedicated partner in the national CHILDLINE network, operating a 24-hour toll-free emergency outreach service for children in need of care and protection. By dialing 1098, children or concerned adults can access immediate support and long-term rehabilitation services.
Since August 2007, Meerut has been part of this vital initiative, with Janhit Foundation responsible for its local implementation. In 2020, our responsibility expanded to include the Meerut Railway Childline, extending our reach and impact.
Core Programs & Initiatives
1. Emergency Response & Protection: Childline Meerut
Our Reach & Impact
- - Operational in Meerut since August 2007; expanded to Meerut Railway Childline in 2020.
- - Part of a national network across 100+ cities.
- - Average of over 10 distress calls daily from across Meerut.
- - Provides immediate intervention, rescue, rehabilitation, and referral to long-term care.
- - Street children performing skits, songs, and the 1098 theme music.
- - Direct engagement with citizens to encourage child protection action.
- - Mobile awareness canopies in slums, stations, and medical institutions.
- - Health camps offering free check-ups, vaccinations (polio, TB), and hygiene education.
- - Sewing workshops for girls.
- - Computer literacy classes.
- - Driving lessons for boys (age 18+).
- - Craft training (candle making, card crafting, eco-friendly products from waste).
- Collaboration with Meerut Police under initiatives like 'Operation Masoom'.
- Example: Rescued 80 child laborers (ages 7–14) in a single drive (April 2010).
- Post-rescue support includes temporary shelter, family tracing, counseling, and rehabilitation.
- Engaging phone booth owners, community leaders, and the public to promote 1098.
- Ensuring free access to the helpline for every child.
2. Preventing Exploitation: Creating a Child free marriage india
- Child marriage is a critical violation of rights that ends childhood, especially for girls. We work to eliminate it through prevention, empowerment, and legal action.
Why It Must End
Child marriage leads to:
- Loss of education and economic opportunity.
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Early pregnancies and health risks.
Increased domestic violence and exploitation.
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Perpetuation of poverty and gender inequality.
Our Preventive Approach
a) Community Awareness & Sensitization
Village and school-based programs on:
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Legal marriage age (Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006).
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Health and social consequences.
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Child rights under Indian law.
b) Education & Girl Empowerment
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Encouraging school retention for adolescent girls.
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Life skills and leadership programs.
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Promoting aspirations beyond early marriage.
c) Legal Intervention & Advocacy
Working with local authorities, child protection committees, and leaders to:
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Prevent planned child marriages.
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Support reporting and rescue.
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Strengthen enforcement of laws.
Why It Must End
Child marriage leads to:
- Loss of education and economic opportunity.
- Early pregnancies and health risks. Increased domestic violence and exploitation.
- Perpetuation of poverty and gender inequality.
Our Preventive Approach
a) Community Awareness & Sensitization
Village and school-based programs on:
- Legal marriage age (Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006).
- Health and social consequences.
- Child rights under Indian law.
b) Education & Girl Empowerment
- Encouraging school retention for adolescent girls.
- Life skills and leadership programs.
- Promoting aspirations beyond early marriage.
c) Legal Intervention & Advocacy
Working with local authorities, child protection committees, and leaders to:
- Prevent planned child marriages.
- Support reporting and rescue.
- Strengthen enforcement of laws.
3. Holistic Support for Marginalized Children
Beyond crisis response, we provide sustained support to ensure vulnerable children thrive:Educational Support- - Non-formal education for out-of-school children
- - Provision of stationery, school uniforms, and learning materials
Health & Well-being- - Regular health check-ups and immunization drives in slums
- - Hygiene and sanitation awareness
Skill & Livelihood Development- - Preparing older children for self-sufficiency through vocational training
"Together, we can ensure every child is safe, educated, and free to dream."
For help or to report a child in need, call 1098 anytime. Together, we can protect childhood.
