DESHRAJ SINGH

Project Cordinator , Association For Voluntary Action

Kaman Rajasthan, Rajasthan

Dedicated child rights advocate with over 15 years’ experience combating child labour, trafficking, and exploitation. Expert in legal frameworks like JJ Act, POCSO, and BNS 2023. Skilled in rescue operations, rehabilitation, capacity building, and inter-agency coordination to build a child-friendly society rooted in justice, protection, and dignity.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child
Professional Experience:

Project Coordinator
Association for Voluntary Action (Bachpan Bachao Andolan)
Locations: Jaipur (Rajasthan), Mughalsarai & Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Patna (Bihar)
Duration: September 2016 – Present (8 years 11 months)

Leading field interventions, rescue operations, and rehabilitation of trafficked and child labour survivors.

Collaborating with government officials, police, and civil society actors for child protection cases.

Organizing trainings, awareness campaigns, and community engagement activities.

Monitoring implementation of child rights laws including the POCSO Act, JJ Act, and Labour Laws.

Team Member – JJ Homes Research Project
Institute of Development Studies
Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan
Duration: January 2015 – July 2015 (6 months)

Conducted research on Juvenile Justice Homes in Rajasthan.

Participated in field surveys, stakeholder interviews, and data analysis.

Contributed to a policy brief on improving the care and protection mechanisms for children in conflict with the law.

Secretary
Shree Vasudev Adarsh Radhekrishna Gaushala Samiti
Location: Alwar, Rajasthan
Duration: December 31, 2014 – September 11, 2016 (2 years)

Oversaw organizational management and community-based outreach initiatives.

Promoted animal welfare and integrated rural development in surrounding areas.

Vice President
Arti Shiksha Samiti & Arti Balika Grah (Girls’ Shelter Home)
Location: Alwar, Rajasthan
Duration: July 01, 2014 – September 12, 2016 (2 years)

Supervised educational and protection services for underprivileged and vulnerable girls.

Coordinated with the Child Welfare Committee and District Child Protection Unit.

Ensured compliance with the JJ Act and related policies for child care institutions.

Director
India Foundation Charitable Trust
Location: Alwar, Rajasthan
Duration: November 01, 2013 – September 12, 2016 (3 years)

Led projects on child protection, education, and women’s empowerment.

Managed donor relations, proposal writing, and impact documentation.

President
Swami Vivekanand Foundation Samajik Seva Sansthan
Location: Alwar, Rajasthan
Duration: April 03, 2013 – September 12, 2016 (3 years)

Spearheaded child rights advocacy and grassroots mobilization efforts.

Conducted workshops and training programs for youth, women, and community leaders.

Branch Manager
E-Serve Computer Saksharta Mission
Location: Kaman, Rajasthan
Duration: January 08, 2010 – September 12, 2016 (6 years)

Managed computer literacy and vocational training centres across multiple blocks.

Promoted digital inclusion and IT-based education for rural youth and women.

Facilitated government scheme linkages and skill development initiatives.

Education:

Educational Qualifications
Qualification Year Institute Board/University
Master of Social Work (MSW) 2017 Kalinga University, Raipur (Chhattisgarh) Kalinga University, Raipur (Chhattisgarh)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) 2015 Sunrise University, Alwar (Rajasthan) Sunrise University, Alwar (Rajasthan)
Senior Secondary (12th) 2010 Shri Ratan Singh Inter College, Daulatpur, Mathura Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Uttar Pradesh
Secondary (10th) 2006 Raj Public Sr. Sec. School, 66 Ranjeet Nagar, Khatipura, Jaipur Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan

Additional Professional Courses
Course Name Year Institute Board/University
RS-CIT (RKCL) 2013 DTI, Alwar VMOU, Jaipur
ADCP 2011 SCCS, Kaman E-SCSM, New Delhi
DOAP 2010 JCC, Kaman RGCSM, New Delhi

Affiliations and Achievements:

Awards & Recognitions (Chronological)
• 2019
Bal Maitri Samman
• Conferred by: Child Welfare Committee, Jaipur
• For: Dedicated work in the field of child rights and protection.
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• 2020
Appreciation Letter
• Date: 12 June 2020
• Issued by: Shri Samir Mathur, IAS (Retd.), CEO, Bachpan Bachao Andolan
• Context: For significant contribution to eliminating child labour and supporting BBA’s legal advocacy during the national crisis.
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• 2021
Bal Mitra Samman
• Awarded by: District Administration & District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Jaipur
• For: Outstanding efforts in child protection and safeguarding children’s rights.
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• 2022
Achievement: Trainer – Training of Trainers (ToT) Programme on Human Trafficking & Child Protection
• Organisation: Jagjivan Ram RPF Academy, Ministry of Railways, Government of India
• In Collaboration with: Bachpan Bachao Andolan, New Delhi
• Location: Lucknow
• Date: 2nd–3rd August 2022
• Recognition: Appreciated by the IG-cum-Director for subject expertise, participatory approach, and valuable contribution.
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• 2023
Certificate of Appreciation – North Central Railway, Prayagraj
• Date: 31 May 2023
• Presented by: Shri Ravindra Verma, Principal Chief Security Commissioner, RPF, North Central Railway
• Recognition: For impactful coordination in “Operation AAHT” against human trafficking and capacity-building of AHTU teams.
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• 2025
Certificate of Appreciation – Railway Protection Force (RPF), East Central Railway, DDU Division
• Date: 25 July 2025
• Honoured by: Jatin B. Raj, Senior Divisional Security Commissioner, RPF, East Central Railway, DDU Division
• Contribution: For outstanding collaboration with the RPF DDU Division and Bihar teams in combating human trafficking and training AHTU teams under “Operation AAHT”.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

15-20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

Hindi, English

Nationality:

Indian

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