Child Rights and Protection
Transforming the Future of Children Through Education and Child Protection
ASK has been working with children of artisans in the handicraft industries of Moradabad, Sambhal, Barabanki and Kodarma, and Uttar Pradesh. The initiative focuses on weaning children away from workplaces in brassware manufacturing and jewelry-making from animal bones, ensuring their access to quality education and basic rights.
Since its inception, over 5,000 children have been successfully removed from child labor, securing their rights to safety, education, and health. A pilot initiative in Moradabad’s Rehmat Nagar has become a benchmark for protecting children’s rights and empowering communities.
Our Impact
We have successfully weaned over 5,000 children out of child labor, ensuring their rights to safety, education, and health. Our pilot initiative in Moradabad’s Rehmat Nagar has set a benchmark for protecting children’s rights and empowering communities. See how our efforts have translated into real-world impact, towards creating a safe and inclusive world for children.
Early Childhood and Education (3-6 years)
- 1,000 children completed their ECCE and were mainstreamed into formal education.
- 80% of children reported an increase in their height and weight.
- Prevented 1,000 children from being at risk of child labor.
Formal Education
- Over 5,000 children have been freed from child labor.
- 90% of children from the artisan community of Rehmat Nagar are now free from child labor.
- 1,500 parents were linked to sustainable livelihood schemes, reducing both child labor and poverty.
- 800 children from ASK Sankalp School have pursued higher education and professional courses.
Protection of Children from Physical and Digital Exploitation
- 50 children learned Taekwondo for self-defense.
- 500 children and their parents were educated about physical and digital exploitation.
Child Health
- Over 30 regular health camps (body and weight check-ups).
- Over 30 routine eye check-ups.
- More than 1,000 parents counseled on children’s nutritional levels.
- Yoga sessions conducted.
Stories that Matter
Full Circle: Salman’s Return to Sankalp as a Guide and Mentor
Meet Salman, who lost his father at a young age. Salman has been supported by our child protection and education program...
Dream, Believe, Achieve: Sareena’s Story of Becoming a Makeup Artist
In Rehmat Nagar, Moradabad, 18-year-old Sareena is a shining example of this spirit...
Full Circle: Salman’s Return to Sankalp as a Guide and Mentor
Meet Salman, who lost his father at a young age. Salman has been supported by our child protection and education program, he now shoulders his family’s responsibility while teaching hundreds of children.
Salman’s journey from a young student at Sankalp School to a dedicated educator is inspiring. Enrolling in our Child Rights and Protection Program in Class 1, he completed his Bachelor’s in Science despite losing his father and shouldering family responsibilities. Overcoming financial challenges, he developed a passion for teaching and worked to shift mindsets in Rehmat Nagar, where children were once engaged in traditional metal and brass work. Driven to give back, Salman returned to Sankalp, shaping young minds and supporting his community.
He now teaches students from grades 5 to 10, mentors younger #children, and manages the school office with remarkable efficiency. His day doesn’t end there—after working at ASK Sankalp School from 9 AM to 4 PM, he continues to support students through evening tuitions.
At ASK, we are incredibly proud of Sareena and all the inspiring girls who have found their calling and are shaping a brighter future.
Dream, Believe, Achieve: Sareena’s Story of Becoming a Makeup Artist
In Rehmat Nagar, Moradabad, 18-year-old Sareena is a shining example of this spirit. Associated with our Child Rights and Protection Program since the age of 8, Sareena found her confidence and passion through our children's parliament and cultural activities. Her interest in makeup began there—often doing makeup for her classmates during cultural events, which sparked her dream of becoming a makeup artist.
When her father lost his job, Sareena stepped up to support her family. “I wanted to ensure my younger sister’s education and help manage our household expenses,” she recalls.
Despite challenges Sareena pursued what she loves and is now earning ₹10,000 to ₹12,000 monthly, helping her family thrive while pursuing her dream.
At ASK, we are incredibly proud of Sareena and all the inspiring girls who have found their calling and are shaping a brighter future. .
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