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IMPORTANCE AND AVAILABILITY OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR YOUTH OFFENDERS IN JUVENILE HOMES: A CRITICAL STUDY

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Mausam, Dr. Varinder Kaur
» doi: 10.31838/ecb/2023.12.6.15

Abstract

Vocational education and training is a crucial part of child rehabilitation in Juvenile Homes. Vocational education and training offer children in conflict with law, an access to economic opportunities and technical training that can lower their risk of re-offending and improve their chances of a successful social re-integration in the society. The potential benefits of vocational training for young offenders are examined under this study. The population of the world is largely comprised of children. They are without a doubt acknowledged as a resource for nations and the future leaders. Even though they are born with the right to dignified life and access to opportunities, children sometimes lack awareness of their rights and are subjected to abuse, poverty, and other social hardships that can result in delinquency or pain. The importance of vocational training in the reformation and rehabilitation of such children has been acknowledged all across the world. 276 respondents from three districts of the State of Haryana, India participated in qualitative interviews. Juvenile offenders also recognize the advantages of lowering re-offending and raising their chances of a smooth transition back into society as well as employment opportunities. This paper also highlights the national provisions and international obligations regarding providing of vocational training to prejudiced or delinquent juveniles.

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