Zainab Alert, Response and Recovery Act, 2020
The Zainab Alert, Response and Recovery Act, 2020 establishes a dedicated legal and institutional mechanism in Pakistan to address cases of missing and abducted
Sindh Prohibition of Corporal Punishment Act, 2016
The Sindh Prohibition of Corporal Punishment Act, 2016 is a provincial law enacted “to make provisions for the protection of children against corporal punishment
Child’s Definition in Pakistan
In Pakistan, there is no standardised definition of a child in terms of age. The definition of a child is relevant in a number
Trainer Tool: Is This Person a “Child”?
“Is This Person a Child?” – Scenario Decision Exercise Purpose This exercise helps police officers recognise that a child is defined by age, not
Sindh Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 2015
The Sindh Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 2015 is a provincial law enacted to abolish the bonded labour system and to prevent the economic and physical exploitation of labour in Sindh. It declares all forms of bonded labour illegal, extinguishes any bonded debt, and frees bonded labourers from obligations arising
Prevention of Trafficking in Persons Act, 2018
The Prevention of Trafficking in Persons Act, 2018 is a federal law enacted to prevent and combat trafficking in persons, particularly women and children, and to provide a framework for the protection of victims and prosecution of offenders. The Act defines trafficking to include acts such as recruitment, transportation, or
Sindh Prohibition of Employment of Children Act, 2017
The Sindh Prohibition of Employment of Children Act, 2017 is a provincial law enacted to prohibit the employment of children and to regulate the employment of adolescents in certain occupations and work. It defines a child as a person below 14 years of age and strictly prohibits their employment in
Sindh Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2013
The Sindh Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2013 is a landmark provincial law that sets the minimum age of marriage at 18 years for both males and females, aiming to prevent child marriages and protect the rights and well-being of children. The Act criminalises the solemnisation, facilitation, and promotion of child
The Anti-Rape (Investigation and Trial) Act, 2021
The Anti-Rape (Investigation and Trial) Act, 2021, along with the Anti-Rape (Trial Procedure) Rules, 2022 and Anti-Rape (Investigation) Rules, 2022, provides a strengthened legal and procedural framework in Pakistan for addressing rape and sexual violence cases. The law focuses on victim-centred approaches, ensuring timely investigation and trial, protection of survivors,
Juvenile Justice System Act, 2018
The Juvenile Justice System Act, 2018 is a comprehensive law in Pakistan that provides a child-centred framework for dealing with children in conflict with the law. It emphasises the principles of rehabilitation, reintegration, and fair trial, ensuring that children are treated with dignity and in accordance with their rights. The
Presentation on Human Rights
This presentation provides a simple and easy-to-understand explanation of the concept of human rights, including their meaning, key principles, and relevance in everyday life. It highlights core values such as dignity, equality, respect, and fairness, and explains why human rights are important for creating safe and inclusive societies. Download the
Trainer Tool: The Vulnerability Lens
The Vulnerability Lens Purpose Police officers often encounter children in routine situations but may not immediately recognise vulnerability. The Vulnerability Lens helps officers quickly assess whether a child may require additional protection. When encountering a child, police should ask five simple questions: 1. Is the child alone or without adult
Trainer Tool: “Is This a Child Protection Situation?”
Exercise Sheet: “Is This a Child Protection Situation?” Instructions for Participants Read each situation carefully.Tick YES if you believe it requires child protection attention by police, or NO if it does not. No. Situation YES NO 1 A 13-year-old child begging at a traffic signal late at night. ☐ ☐