By choosing to volunteer with us, you can be part of DISHA’s work and vision. We hope you have an unforgettable, inspiring experience that you will always remember and that we will benefit from your skills and passion.
You can apply using the form below. Please review the following directives before you apply:
Do’s & Don’ts for DISHA Volunteers
Do’s Don’ts Do be on time. Do not over-commit yourself. You can’t do everything.
Complete your task or assignment on time. Do not set unreasonable goals
Stay connected to volunteer coordinator. Do not get involved in NGO’s administrative or internal issues.
Let there be clarity of work before volunteering. Do not share confidential information about clients, stakeholders and NGOs that could cause disrepute or invite legal issues.
If the volunteer coordinator has given you a dress code, abide by it. Don’t ask for a certificate without volunteering or working Adhere to the vision, goals and values of the organization Speak & behave politely & respectfully with clients, fellow volunteers, other employees and stakeholders of NGO Remember as volunteer, you are representing your NGO and therefore govern your behavior accordingly. Read the instructions you are given and if there’s something you don’t understand, ask. Have a number where you can escalate an issue.
FAQs about DISHA Where and what does DISHA work for ? DISHA works to help victims of serious crimes such as murder, rape and domestic violence for justice and rehabilitation throughout Maharashtra. DISHA was established on March 1, 2008. What is the goal and strategy of DISHA ? The goal of DISHA is to ensure that every person has an equal opportunity to get justice and for that the policy is to guide and help the victims to get their basic rights and enable them to live with dignity. What are the values of DISHA ? DISHA adheres to the principle of equal rights and equal justice for all along with the core values mentioned below: Who are the board of trustees of DISHA? There are a total of 7 trustees of DISHA whose information is available in the ‘About’ on the website. Who is financially supporting DISHA? DISHA is funded by Tata Trust, FORBS MARSHALL Foundation and individual donors. Is donation given to DISHA eligible for tax exemption? DISHA has 80G and 12 A certificate that grants donors the ability to avail of a tax deduction on donations. DISHA provides receipt of donation on and above Rs. 1000. What work is done by DISHA? The following activities are implemented to help and guide the victims Does DISHA have branches in other cities ? DISHA’s head quarter is in Amravati district of Maharashtra however it provides ‘Psychological First Aid, Socio-legal guidance, Help to avail Compensation’ over the phone across Maharashtra. How can anyone help DISHA if he/she wants to help ? Anyone can help and support DISHA with his/her skills and donation in cash or kind. What process is required to volunteer in DISHA? DISHA has created a volunteer application form for those who want to volunteer, which is available on the website along with the application process, terms and conditions. Can students do field work or internships in DISHA? Students or faculty is required to send request mail to DISHA along with details of the student/s. DISHA has prepared an application form for field work and internship which is available on the website along with application process, terms and conditions. Child Protection Policy Government of India Ministry of Women and Child Development National Child Protection Policy 1. Preamble: All children deserve a happy childhood and the opportunity to lead a dignified life safe from violence, exploitation, neglect, deprivation and discrimination. India is a young nation, with a child population of more than 472 million [1]. Protection of this 40% of the young population is not only a matter of their human rights but also an investment towards building a robust nation. The Constitution of India recognizes children as equal right holder and grants highest priority for their protection and well-being. India is also signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and accordingly has a strong legal framework to protect children which include the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2015; the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012; Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act 1994; the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act 2005; the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009; Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006; and Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2016. The current policy draws upon the safeguards provided under the Constitutions of India, various child-centric legislation, international treaties as well as other existing policies for the protection and wellbeing of children. It aims at providing a safe and conducive environment for all children through the prevention and response to child abuse, exploitation and neglect. It provides a framework for all institution, and organization (including corporate and media houses), government or private sector to understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding/ protecting children and promoting the welfare of children; individually and collectively. 2. Vision: All children in India stay safe and feel secure in all settings and circumstances. 3. Guidelines for Organization, Institutions and Establishments (including Media) Annexure 1: Declaration by all employees /Volunteers I, ………, ……………….( name and position of the employee / Volunteers), from…………… (name of the organization) hereby declare that: i. I will always respect all children, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity; ii. Support their right to equal protection from all types of harm or abuse; iii. I will not employ any child as defined under Child Labour (prohibition and regulation) Amendment Act, 2016. iv. I will always report any case of child abuse, exploitation and neglect which comes to my knowledge to appropriate authority and will not harm or abuse any child physically, emotionally or sexually. (Name of the employee) Annexure 2: The following offences/behaviours are punishable by law and it is the duty of every adult citizen to abide by these laws: Volunteer Form
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Offences/Behaviours Laws Sexual assault, sexual harassment, use of child for pornographic purpose Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012 Production, dissemination and use of child sexual abuse materials The Information Technology Act, 2000 Disclosing identity of the child victim to anyone other than appropriate authority Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012, JJ Act 2015 Sale and procurement of children for any purpose including illegal adoption, trafficking of children for sexual exploitation, use of children by militant groups, giving children intoxicating liquor, narcotic drug or tobacco products or psychotropic substances, offences against disabled children, trafficking of children for sexual exploitation/exploitative labour/other reasons and, kidnapping JJ Act 2015; Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act 1956; Human trafficking (section 370 & 370A IPC), after creation of specific section in IPC by the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act 2013 Corporal punishment in child care institutions JJ Act, 2015 Corporal Punishment in schools Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 Adopting a child without due procedure through CARINGS and child welfare committees/ promoting or facilitating such illegal adoption JJ Act, 2015 Employment of children below 14 years in any occupation or industry Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2016 Employment of children 15-18 years in hazardous occupation or industries Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2016 Marrying a child/ promoting or solemnizing child marriage Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 Pre-natal diagnostic techniques for determination of the sex of the fetus leading to female feticide Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act 1994