“Learning Democracy, Rights and PESA Act – A Journey for Tribal Youth”

PROGRAM      : “Learning Democracy, Rights and PESA Act – A Journey for Tribal Youth”

MODULE II       : Democracy and Citizenship                  

PLACE              : Jodeghatt, Asifabad district, Telangana.

DATES              : 15, 16 & 17 November 2024

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS   :Adilabad Jesuit Tribal Empowerment Society, Utnoor, Diocese of Adilabad Society, Mancherial  and Snehadana Society, Luxettipet, Telangana State.

Resource Persons:

Mr. Prabhakar, Mr. Vasanth Kumar and Mr. Vinay

The Indian Social Institute – Bengaluru conducted a three-day Democracy and Citizenship training that had a big impact on 45 young trainees on November 15^th till 17^th, 2024 in Adilabad. They learned about democracy, their rights, and their duties as citizens. They also learned about civil, political, social, economic, and cultural rights. The training used talks, discussions, videos, and activities to help them learn. The training gave them the skills to become leaders and bring positive change to their communities. They now feel more confident in promoting democracy and participation. They are eager to share what they have learned with others. They also learned about the PESA Act and how it supports tribal communities. They understood the importance of the 5th Schedule in protecting the rights of tribal people and ensuring their self-governance.

Resource persons Mr. Prabhakar, Mr. Vasanth Kumar, and Mr. Vinay taught about the Constitution, democracy, citizenship and the PESA Act, especially for tribal youth. They explained about the 5th Schedule and how it protects tribal rights. Participants learned about their rights under the PESA Act and why people-friendly governance is important. They understood how Parliament, Courts and Media work for the people. Group discussions and activities made them confident to speak and share. This learning will help them protect their rights and improve their tribal communities.

Adv. Karuna Rao

Facilitator, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana

Social Inclusion and Democracy Unit