AKSIPS-41 Smart School, Chandigarh

The school organised a three-day workshop on ‘Safe Touch Vs Unsafe Touch’ for students of classes I to VI. The sessions were conducted by school counsellor Tannu Kapila, and special educator Pardeep Kaur. During the workshop, children were educated about the concepts of safe and unsafe touch through storytelling techniques. The sessions proved to be engaging and informative, as children actively participated by asking insightful questions, such as, “How do we protect ourselves from people we know?” and “If someone accidentally touches our private parts while playing, is that considered a bad touch?” The educators provided clear explanations, distinguishing between unsafe touch and other types of contact, such as kicking or hitting, which are often mistakenly labelled as bad touch. The workshop aimed to empower children with the knowledge to differentiate between these actions and understand appropriate responses. The interactive approach of the workshop ensured that the children were left with a better understanding of personal safety and boundaries.