Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society

Works to ensure child protection, juvenile justice, vocational and life skills training and empowerment of women while addressing issues such as trafficking of children and women

  • FCRA
  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    New Delhi, Delhi

  • Since

    1988

Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society (Prayas JAC Society) is a non-governmental organization based in Delhi,India that focuses on the welfare and rehabi Read morelitation of marginalized children, particularly those in conflict with the law.They work to protect the rights and provide holistic support to children in difficult circumstances. They aim to address the needs and rights of vulnerable children, including those in conflict with the law, homeless children, child laborers, and victims of abuse and exploitation. The organization strives to provide a nurturing environment, education, healthcare, legal aid, and rehabilitation services to ensure the overall well-being of these children.They actively work within the framework of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, to safeguard the rights of children in conflict with the law. The organization advocates for fair and child-friendly justice systems, promotes alternatives to incarceration, and focuses on the rehabilitation and reintegration of juveniles in society and operates shelter homes for children who are in need of care and protection or who have come in conflict with the law. These shelter homes provide a safe and supportive environment where children receive basic necessities, education, vocational training, counseling, and recreational activities.They emphasize the importance of education and skill development to empower children for a better future.The organization provides healthcare services, including medical check-ups, immunization, and treatment for illnesses, and ensures that children have access to nutritious meals and clean drinking water.They focus on rehabilitating children in conflict with the law and reintegrating them into society. They offer counseling, life skills training, vocational training, and support in finding employment opportunities to help these children lead productive lives and prevent recidivism.

Demographies Served

Impact

Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society's recent fundraising and donation campaign raised 270 units, benefiting 89 individuals who have reported improved coping skills, while 93 beneficiaries experienced a boost in income or educational attainment, addressing 83% of the heightened community needs.

Programs

  • Education Programmes

    District
    State

    Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society focuses on providing alternative education to marginalized children in Delhi. Its approach includes non-formal education through neighbourhood learning centres, formal education by enrolling children in schools, and distance education accredited by the Ministry of HRD. It emphasizes inclusive education, vocational and life skills training, and ensuring educational quality through comprehensive curriculum development, teacher training, and community involvement. Prayas also contributes to the global initiative of Education for All, advocating for free primary schooling, reducing illiteracy, and addressing gender disparities in education.

  • Prayas Childrens Home

    District
    State

    Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society operates a Children's Home in Jahangirpuri, established in 1999 with support from the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Situated near Asia's largest vegetable and fruit market, it serves neglected street and working children from the area. The Home offers education, clothing, library access, vocational training, health services, and workshops. Additionally, Prayas organizes various activities and outings for the children, such as cricket tournaments, summer trips, drawing competitions, cultural programs, and participation in events like the International Trade Fair and Book Fair at Pragati Maidan, contributing to their well-being and development.

Leadership Team

  • Amod K.Kanth

    Founder,General Secretary

  • M. B. Kaushal

    President

  • Dr. K. S. Sachdev

    Vice President

  • Jasvir Singh

    Joint Secretary

  • Aruna Bhardwaj

    Treasurer

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    100+

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATP0449E

  • Registration ID

    S-20291/1989

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    DL/2017/0166558

  • 12A

    AAATP0449EE20214

  • 80G

    AAATP0449EF20214

  • FCRA

    231650681

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society