Alun Hangsing and Dzuvinuo Theunuo along with other
officials from DIPR and NSCPCR during a meeting in Kohima on Tuesday.
- DIMAPUR — With an
objective to strengthen child protection mechanism particularly with regard to
the role of media, the Nagaland State Commission for Protection of Child Rights
(NSCPCR) led by its chairman, Alun Hangsing, held a meeting with the director
and senior officials of the Department of Information and Public Relations
(DIPR) at the latter’s directorate on Tuesday.
- Speaking at the meeting, Hangsing emphasised the responsibility
of media in ensuring the rights, dignity and safety of children, particularly
in the way they are represented and discussed in public domains. He highlighted
that violations, whether intentional or due to lack of awareness, could have
long-lasting psychological and social impacts on children.
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- A DIPR report stated that Akumla Longchari, member of
NSCPCR, elaborated on key legal frameworks that govern child protection in the
media, including the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act,
2012, which prohibits the disclosure of identity of children involved in abuse
cases and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015,
which mandates the protection of children's rights in all circumstances
including media coverage.
- The director of IPR, Dzuvinuo Theunuo, acknowledged the
insights shared by the Commission and expressed commitment to work
collaboratively to uphold child protection standards across all public
communication platforms. She stated that the department would explore
actionable steps to build a child-sensitive media environment in Nagaland,
where children’s privacy is protected and their rights are uphold.
- The secretary of Social Welfare and member secretary of
NSCPCR, Yongchingkumla; member of NSCPCR, Aying Wangsha; and legal consultant
of NSCPCR, Lichani Murry, also attended the meeting.
