Invitation for Intensive Training on POA Act, 1989 | 28 April to 3 May 2026.
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Dear All,
Greetings from the Human Rights Advocacy and Research Foundation!
We are pleased to announce a five-day residential Master Training on the SCs and the STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 (POA Act), to be held at Kodaikanal from 28 April to 3 May 2026.
This is an intensive and comprehensive training programme led by senior advocates and experienced practitioners. The training will cover the following key topics:
- POA Act and Rules
- Contingency Plan
- Victim and witness Protection
- Relief and Rehabilitation
- Step-by-step case process and follow-up
- Role of CSOs & HRDs
- Duties and responsibilities of officials
- Nuances in court proceedings
Who can apply:
- Dalit and Tribal rights defenders
- Individuals supporting atrocity survivors and witnesses
- Civil society organisations working on Dalit and Tribal rights
- Practicing lawyers
- Women participants are especially encouraged to apply
Course Fee:
₹10,000 per participant (includes food and accommodation).
Travel expenses must be borne by the participants.
Note: Partial scholarships are available for those in need.
How to Apply:
Interested participants are requested to apply through this Google Form
Application Deadline: 7 April 2026
The training will be conducted in Tamil.
Selection Process:
- Stage 1: Fill in the application form.
- Stage 2: Screening of applications.
- Stage 3: Two online sessions on 11 and 18 April 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM for shortlisted candidates (Mandatory).
- The list of successful participants will be announced on 19th April 2026.
- Only selected candidates will be invited to attend the in-person residential training.
- Participants will be provided with shared accommodation.
For doubts/clarifications please contact 86680 91451 by Monday, 6 April 2026 at the latest.
We look forward to welcoming you to the training programme.
Thank you!
Tamilarasi P
Deputy Director