Interventions – Page 4

01Aug 2025 by admin

State Consultation on Peoples Vision of Development in Bihar

Human Rights

Patna, 1 August, 2025. PAIRVI in collaboration other state partners organized the State Consultation on Peoples Vision of Development in Bihar at AN Sinha Institute of Social Studies, Patna. The participants found it extremely relevant due to upcoming State assembly elections in Bihar in November. The consultation was attended by approx. 60 participants from CSOs, Press and media and representative of all major political parties including the ruling BJP and JDU, RJD, INC and left parties. The session witnessed animated conversation and high number of questions due to presence of representatives from the ruling coalition. However, the session was moderated effectively to prevent allegations, claims and counter claims to keep it focused on people’s aspirations from the next government. Later on PAIRVI collected all the recommendations and developed the People’s…

10Jul 2025 by admin

Creating synergy between human rights and climate change

Climate Crisis, Human Rights

PAIRVI was invited by DASRA (national network supporting HRDs) to provide inputs on the creating synergy between the human rights and climate change agenda. DASRA plans to focus it work on climate change and wanted inputs and collaboration in this transition.

22Jun 2025 by admin

Paralegal Volunteer Workshops on Child Protection, Dehri, Bihar

Human Rights

27-28 April and 21-22 June 2025. The two days workshops were designed for intermediate to advance level. Begner level was organised in February last year. It focused on the legal frameworks pertaining to child protection, including the Juvenile Justice Act and the POCSO Act. The training also covered practical skills related to identifying CICL and Children in Need of Care and Protection (CNCP), the role of PLVs in the legal aid system, and strengthening the functioning of local Child Protection Committees. The curriculum covered relevant legal frameworks such as the Juvenile Justice Act, the POCSO Act, the DK Basu Guidelines, and practical tools like fact sheets, FIR documentation, legal rescue protocols, and community mediation. Interactive exercises, role-plays, video screenings, and group discussions enhanced learning outcomes.. The workshop, led by Advocate…

20Jun 2025 by admin

Open Ended working Group (OEWG 3.2) on Science Policy Panel on Further Management of Chemical and Wastes and Prevention of Pollution

Sustainable Development

The OEWG 3.2 meeting was held in Punta Del Este Uruguay during 14th to 20th June. Ajay K Jha participated as the representative of the UNEP farmers Major Group. He also delivered the collective statement on behalf of all major groups and stakeholders present in this consultation. Following the OEWG Meeting, and after three years negotiation, the Intergovernmental Meeting set up the Intergovernmental Science Panel on Chemical Waste and Pollution. This is a welcome development in the environmental multilateralism to deal with chemical, waste and pollution at global and national level.

03Jun 2025 by admin

Stakeholder Dialogue on Juvenile Justice and Legal Aid

Human Rights

The stakeholder dialogue titled “Breaking Barriers: Collective Action for Juvenile Justice and Legal Aid” was organized at AN Sinha Institute of Social Studies, Patna on 3rd June 2025. This meeting witnessed the participation of Ms. Shilpee Soniraj, Member Secretary, Bihar State Legal Services Authority, Patna, Ms. Anupam, Registrar of the Authority, Ms Nisha Jha, Former Chairperson Bihar State Child Protection Committee, and other relevant stakeholders. Ms. Soniraj offered full institutional support to PAIRVI and committed to ensuring follow-ups on field-level concerns. She emphasised the importance of practical engagement and inter-agency coordination to improve outcomes for vulnerable children. She urged civil society organizations to write letter to District Legal Services Authority whenever the need of Authority is required. Ms. Anupama, Registrar, BSLSA, assured that BSLSA would actively support PLV training initiatives…

10May 2025 by admin

Strategy Meeting on Climate Change and Geo Engineering False Solutions

Climate Crisis, Sustainable Development

Nairbo, 8th to 10th May. This strategy meeting was organized by Home Alliance to look at geo engineering (GE) false solutions efforts being pushed in climate change, biodiversity, nature action etc. While the meeting discussed latest efforts by government and GE symapthizers, it also strategize how to prevent these at UNFCCC, UNCBD, and UNEA. Ajay K Jha provided inputs on the history of geo engineering at UNEA and at UNFCCC, and how to galvanize greater mobilization against the GE beyond organizations with specific expertise. Working more deeply on land and geo engineering solutions was considered and decided to be a potential entry point to liaise with large number of organizations working on land, agriculture and food, gender, which alliance undertook to work on. Besides, discussions were also held how to…

27Mar 2025 by admin

Review and Planning Meeting on Legal Assistance Initiatives

Human Rights

On March 27, 2025, a review and planning meeting was held at Hotel BNS International, Sasaram, to assess the implementation of legal aid initiatives for CICL and under trial prisoners. The session was attended by 11 participants, including PAIRVI staff and key field-level contributors. The meeting served as a forum to reflect on the program’s progress, identify challenges faced during implementation, document learnings, and chart a forward-looking strategy with suggested modifications and improvements to enhance impact and outreach.

27Mar 2025 by admin

Stakeholder Dialogue on Juvenile Justice and Legal Aid

Human Rights

On March 27, 2025, a stakeholder dialogue titled “Breaking Barriers: Collective Action for Juvenile Justice and Legal Aid” was organized at Hotel BNS International, Sasaram. The meeting brought together around 40 key stakeholders including the jail superintendent, probation officers, representatives from the Child Welfare Society, lawyers, journalists, community members, and social workers. The dialogue aimed to address the systemic barriers hindering effective legal aid for juveniles and undertrial prisoners. Discussions emphasized the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration, improved accountability mechanisms, and collective strategies to bridge the legal assistance gap. The exchange of insights yielded several valuable recommendations that will inform ongoing and future interventions in the juvenile justice system.

23Mar 2025 by admin

Community Meetings with Women Beedi Workers

Human Rights

On March 17 and 23, 2025, community meetings were conducted with women beedi workers in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, and Jamui, Bihar. These sessions aimed to strengthen grassroots organization and prepare for cooperative formation. In Jamui, local vegetable seeds were distributed to promote nutrition gardens—an important step toward building long-term trust, self-sufficiency, and deeper engagement with the local communities.

22Mar 2025 by admin

National Advocacy Workshop on Climate Justice and Sustainable Development

Climate Crisis, Human Rights, Sustainable Development

From March 20 to 22, 2025, PAIRVI organized a three-day national residential workshop on "Climate Justice and Sustainable Development: Encouraging Community Roles and Actions" at the scenic Jawai Bandh in Pali, Rajasthan. The workshop brought together 28 participants from nine states across India, including community leaders, grassroots activists, young climate advocates, and representatives of civil society organizations. The objective of the workshop was to deepen the understanding of climate science, unpack the socio-economic and political drivers of the climate crisis, and empower participants with the tools and knowledge to engage in community-led climate action. The workshop featured rich and diverse themes, including sessions on the fundamentals of climate science, critical analysis of national and international climate policies, and the myths and misconceptions around false solutions. Special attention was given to the impacts…