Awareness Programme on Anti Human Trafficking at GRKCL

The NSS Unit and Child Welfare Cell of VVM’s Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law, Margao-Goa, in association with Project Pearl, organised an Awareness Programme on Anti Human Trafficking on 11th September 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Smartclass, GRKCL. The session was addressed by Mr. Beethoven Fonseca, Project Manager, Project Pearl.

The programme was organised with the objective of creating awareness among the participants regarding the serious social and legal concerns associated with human trafficking and the importance of prevention, protection and awareness. The programme also sought to sensitise participants to the need for vigilance and responsible action against trafficking and exploitation.

The awareness programme provided a platform for discussion on the nature and seriousness of human trafficking and the need for coordinated efforts by educational institutions, civil society and the community. The association with Project Pearl added a focused social-awareness dimension to the programme and reinforced the importance of dignity, safety and protection of vulnerable persons. Mr. Beethoven Fonseca, Project Manager, Project Pearl, served as the resource person for the programme.

The programme encouraged participants to develop greater awareness of the risks associated with human trafficking and to understand the importance of prevention, timely reporting and support mechanisms. It also highlighted the role that students and educational institutions can play in promoting awareness and contributing to a safer and more informed society.

The programme was organised under the guidance of Dr. Maria Goretti Simoes, Associate Professor & Vice Principal. The event was coordinated by Hasrshad Bandodkar Assistant Professor & Programme officer of the NSS Unit and Child Welfare Cell in association with Project Pearl.Overall, the Awareness Programme on Anti Human Trafficking served as a meaningful sensitisation initiative, promoting awareness about trafficking, the protection of vulnerable persons and the collective responsibility of society to prevent exploitation and uphold human dignity.