District Child Protection Unit
District Child Protection Unit - West Khasi Hills District, Nongstoin
Introduction
The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), West Khasi Hills District, was established in 2012 in accordance with the provisions of the Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection of Children) Act. It functions from Nondein, New Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills District, opposite the Office of the District School Education Officer, Pincode-793119...
Organisational Structure
District Child Protection Officer
Accountant
Data Analyst
Assistant cum Data Entry Operator
Protection Officer (Institutional Care)
Protection Officer (Non-Institutional Care)
Legal Cum Probation Officer
Counsellor
Social Worker / Outreach Worker
Social Worker / Outreach Worker
Target Groups
- Children in Need of Care and Protection (CNCP)
- Children in Conflict with Law (CCL)
- Other vulnerable children including migrant families, socially marginalized groups, trafficked children, etc.
Functions of DCPU
- Conduct enquiries and follow-up reports
- Prepare Social Investigation Reports and Individual Care Plans
- Escort children and provide counselling
- Monitor Child Care Institutions (CCI)
- Organise awareness on child-related issues
- Assist in repatriation of children
- Facilitate adoption
- Coordinate with police, CWC, JJB, and NGOs
Contact Details
Child Helpline: 1098
Phone: 9366630089
Email: dcpungn@gmail.com
Address: Nondein, New Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills District, opp. Office of the District School Education Officer, Nongstoin, Pincode-793119