One Stop Crisis Centre inaugurated

SHILLONG: The One Stop Crisis Centre for the rehabilitation of survivors of violence against women was inaugurated at Ganesh Das Hospital, OPD Building here on Monday by Social Welfare Minister, Deborah C. Marak.
The centre will be operated by the North East Network (NEN) in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department and will cater to comprehensive medical care, counseling and emotional support, legal and court activities, provision of temporary shelter and medical reporting for women victims of domestic violence, sexual assault etc.
Marak, while highlighting that Meghalaya has been witnessing an alarming rise in crime against women and children, said that it is a matter of concern which needs to be taken seriously.
She also said that the Centre will not only extend emotional and psychological support to women who are victims of crimes and domestic violence but will also cater to the overall development of women and children.
Among others present on the occasion include Additional Chief Secretary, in charge Social Welfare, H. Marwein, Commissioner & Secretary, Social Welfare, T. Dkhar, Director, Social Welfare, H. M. Shangpliang and Chairperson, NEN, D. Syiem.