Prayas JAC Society

01/02/2026

01/02/2026

Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society, in collaboration with India Habitat Centre, hosted a national-level dialogue on Juvenile Justice, Child Protection & Child Rights on 29 Jan 2026, New Delhi.

Setting the context, Mr. Amod K. Kanth, Founder & Mentor, Prayas, emphasised the need to keep the Juvenile Justice system child-centric and welfare-oriented.
Key insights were shared by Mr. Anant Asthana, Child Rights Advocate; Mr. Sanjay Kundu, IPS (Retd.), Former DGP, Himachal Pradesh; and Mr. Dharm Chand Jain, COO, India Police Foundation, highlighting gaps between strong laws and ground realities.
Mrs. Rashmi Singh, Secretary, WCD Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, underlined that strengthening child protection systems is non-negotiable, while Dr. K. G. Suresh, Director, India Habitat Centre, concluded the session.

The dialogue reaffirmed one clear message: child protection works only when institutions and civil society act together to turn policy into practice.

26/01/2026

Celebration of the Republic Day and the value of the Constitution of India is becoming more and more important with the passage of time. The true meaning of our Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic must be systematically explained and understood by every Indian, particularly the youngsters. The enshrined ideals of Social, Economic & Political Justice; Liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith & worship; Equality of status and opportunity; Fraternity with dignity of individual and unity and integrity of the Nation-must be understood and practised in true sense. It’s the day (26th January) and time to connect our Fundamental Rights of Equality, Freedom, Legal Protection, Religious practices, Educational Rights & Against all forms of Exploitation, with our Fundamental Duties. Our Duties include respect to National Flag & National Anthem, follow the ideals of the struggle for freedom, defend our country and render national service, promote harmony and brotherhood transcending religious, linguistic, regional and sectional diversities, developing scientific temper, humanism and spirit of inquiry and reform, renouncing derogatory practices following dignity of women and protecting the weak, poor & children etc. Voluntary organisations like Prayas with all our Members, Co-workers, Volunteers and Supporters have a definite role to play in converting these ideals into reality. Happy Republic Day.
Amod Kanth

20/01/2026

Mr. Amod K. Kanth, Founder &Mentor Prayas, attended the open house on “Breast Cancer Awareness – Improving Women’s Health in India” held during the All India Annual Conference of Obstetrics & Gynaecology on 16 January 2026. The session, attended by over 10,000 experts and practitioners, also brought together inspiring and positive-minded cancer survivors, making it both an emotionally moving and insightful experience.

During the conference, Mr. Kanth highlighted the alarming rise in breast cancer cases globally, with India emerging as a major hotspot due to inadequate screening, low awareness, and late-stage diagnosis. He paid tribute to his adopted sister, Dr. Ambika Anand, Senior Consultant and renowned onco-breast surgeon with the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), a two-time cancer survivor and a long-standing health volunteer of Prayas. The session concluded with participants welcoming collaboration with Prayas and Prayas Health Services (PHS) to strengthen nationwide awareness, screening, and preventive initiatives for this curable yet life-threatening disease.

01/01/2026

New Year Greetings to All!

31/12/2025

At a discussion held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre (Society) brought together policymakers, educationists, industry leaders, CSR professionals, and civil society organisations to discuss the urgent need to align education, skills, and livelihoods as India moves towards Viksit Bharat 2047. The discussion high
lighted persistent gaps between schooling, skilling, and employment, the critical role of CSOs in bridging policy intent with community realities, and the importance of integrated, localised approaches to skill development. Initiatives such as Gyan Kaushal were appreciated as practical, scalable models that connect education to employability and dignity of work for India’s youth.


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24/12/2025

Deputy Commissioner Ms.Nidhi Malik inaugurated the SMILE Shelter Home at Didi Bhangal, Katra, under the SMILE Beggary Scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.

The event was attended by Mr. Amod K Kanth (Founder & Mentor, Prayas Juvenile Aid Centre Society), Dr. Pragati Kumar (VC, SMVDU Katra), and Mr. Jagjivan Lal (Former Deputy CM).

This is the first Shelter Home in Jammu Division and second in J&K, aiming at the rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging.

16/12/2025

At the Third Edition of the Crime Literature Festival of India held in Dehradun, Our Founder and Mentor, Mr. Kanth spoke in depth about juvenile justice and critical child protection concerns, sharing insights drawn from decades of experience. He emphasized reform over retribution in the juvenile justice system, highlighted the realities of juvenile crime in India, drew attention to gaps in child care and rehabilitation infrastructure, reflected on the nuances of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, and strongly advocated for a child-centric and compassionate approach to justice and protection.

Watch the insightful session here :

Day 3 - CLFI 3rd Edition - Live from Crime Scene Central

15/12/2025

NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – December 14, 2025 — The spirit of the season was on full display on December 13, 2025, as friends and supporters of Prayas gathered in North Brunswick, New Jersey, for the first annual holiday event, Crescendo of Caring. The festive evening brought together compassion, music, and generosity with the shared goal of spreading joy and delivering toys to underprivileged children in Mercer County this Christmas season.

The evening began with welcoming remarks from Priyanka Kanth-Singh, Vice President of Prayas – US, who shared the mission and ongoing work of Prayas and expressed gratitude to the community for coming together in support of the cause.

The warm and celebratory atmosphere drew an enthusiastic crowd of approximately 85 to 90 attendees. United by a simple yet meaningful purpose, guests generously donated toys, each one symbolizing hope and happiness for children who might otherwise go without during the holidays.

“We are truly overwhelmed by the generosity of our community,” said Abhishek Singh, President of Prayas – US. “Every toy donated tonight represents a promise of joy and a brighter holiday for a child in need.”

Adding to the evening’s energy was a captivating live performance by New Jersey’s leading band, The Legends. Featuring talented performers F. Zafar, Gauri Pandey, Shahzad Khokhar, and Rajib Sarkar, the band delivered an electrifying set that filled the venue with celebration and reinforced the spirit of giving that defined the night.

Encouraged by the success of Crescendo of Caring, friends of Prayas reaffirmed their commitment to continuing their collective efforts to support local communities, using the momentum from the event to inspire future initiatives centered on compassion, service, and togetherness.

15/12/2025

The exhibition “Through Their Eyes” at IIC Annexe, Delhi was a moving collaboration between Prayas JAC Society and brought children’s dreams, struggles, and resilience to life through art.
Graced by eminent artists and child rights advocates, the event celebrated every child’s voice and story, showing how imagination and courage can speak louder than words.