Saksham
Event Date: 17th November 2024
Saksham 3.O, in collaboration with the Legal Aid Clinic, Pro Bono Club of Galgotias University, successfully conducted its first field visit survey on 17th November 2024 at Nagar Panchayat, Dankaur, Uttar Pradesh. Guided by Prof. Ajay Pratap Singh from the School of Law, the initiative aimed to assess community awareness of legal aid schemes and promote legal literacy. Ana Imtiyaz, the Student Coordinator, and Aditya Kumar, the Area Coordinator, led the survey with support from Adv. Priyanka Bhati, the Event Coordinator from Saksham 3.O. Volunteers actively engaged with the community, conducting door-to-door surveys to collect data and spread awareness about legal aid resources. This initiative underscores the commitment of Galgotias University and Saksham 3.O to empowering underprivileged communities and ensuring access to justice through legal education and outreach.
Event Outcomes:
The field visit survey conducted at Nagar Panchayat, Dankaur, on 17th November 2024, successfully achieved its objective of assessing community awareness about legal aid schemes. Volunteers actively engaged with residents, gathering valuable insights into their understanding of legal rights, access to aid, and whether they required free legal assistance. The survey also addressed issues such as domestic violence and child abuse, identifying individuals who might need immediate legal help and whether they possessed the necessary legal documents or required support in obtaining them.
The data collected highlighted the need for enhanced awareness campaigns and improved accessibility to legal aid resources in the region. Through this initiative, several community members were informed about the free legal aid services available to them, fostering trust and building awareness about their rights.
The survey also served as a platform for volunteers to develop practical skills in community engagement and advocacy. Overall, the program marked a significant step towards bridging the gap between legal resources and marginalized communities, reinforcing the mission of Saksham 3.O and Galgotias University to empower society through legal literacy, inclusivity, and meaningful outreach.
Mentor Name – Prof. Poras Raj
Department Name – Department of Legal Studies
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