An orientation cum sensitisation programme on the services provided by the One Stop Centre (OSC) was today held at the Multi-Purpose Hall, DC Office, South West Khasi Hills District in Mawkyrwat.
Additional Deputy Commissioner S.C Laloo informed about the centre and said OSC gives hope, justice and timely help to people especially to protect women and other oppressed members in society.
Dr. W.L Narry, District Nodal Officer, District Mental Health Programme (DMHP), Mawkyrwat spoke on the topic, “Standard operating procedure for health workers to assist women or a girl child seeking medical support for sexual violence”. He explained about the the medical process while examining victims of sexual violence.
N. Hahshah, Panel Lawyer, District Legal Service Authority (DLSA), Mawkyrwat informed about various legislations for protection of women and children. She informed about the DLSA, which provides free and competent legal aid like counselling and legal advice in the conduct of cases before courts and tribunals.
J. Marbaniang, Centre Manager, OSC, Shillong said that OSC was established by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) in 2015 after the Nirbhaya incident.
R. Nongbri, Supervisor 181 Women Helpline, Shillong said the helpline aimed at providing 24X7 help to women in distress. She also said that through various service centres like OSC a link is build up with police department and other concern department to take swift and necessary actions when women in distress called the number 181 or seek their help. She added that through 181 Women Helpline centre women can get help regarding several schemes meant for women. Women can also air their grievances through the helpline number +91-9485106181.
