LEGAL AWARENESS
The law is often wrapped in jargon, but at its heart, it is about people - their rights, responsibilities, and the ways they live together. Legal awareness becomes meaningful when it reaches classrooms, workplaces, and community spaces, reminding us that justice is not distant, but part of daily life.
Through workshops and conversations, we explore legal rights, civic duties, and the everyday issues that shape our society. These sessions are not about heavy lectures, but about making space for questions, dialogue, and shared learning. Because when people begin to see the law as part of their everyday lives, they stop feeling like outsiders to justice and start becoming active participants in change.
LATEST LEGAL AWARENESS PROGRAMMES
On 25th July 2026, in observance of Anti-Human Trafficking Day, Dhwani Legal Trust hosted an interactive public talk and discussion with Brinda Adige on human trafficking, sexual servitude, and the law. Drawing from her experience as a rescuer, she highlighted trafficking's disproportionate impact on marginalized communities and the practical challenges of addressing such cases. She critically examined the legal framing of "immoral trafficking," challenged patriarchal assumptions embedded in law and society, and emphasized that trafficking remains one of the world's most profitable forms of organized crime. Dhwani extends its sincere gratitude to Ms. Brinda Adige and to all the participants for their meaningful engagement.
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On 27th June 2026, Dhwani hosted an online event on the occassion of Pride Month. This event had Mr. Prannv Dhawan an Indian attorney from NLSIU presently persuing his LL.M at Yale Law School as the speaker to take the participants through the reading of Naz Foundation Judgement. Participants reflected on the judgement's significance in advancing equality and dignity, while exploring ways to strengthen awareness, respect, and support for LGBTQIA+ rights in society. Dhwani extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Prannv Dhawan and to all the participants for their enthusiastic participation.
On 22nd July 2026, an awareness session on women’s rights and legal protections was conducted for 20 women in Koramangala, organized by Maarga NGO, which works with marginalized communities on rights, entitlements, and children’s education. The session covered the POSH Act, Domestic Violence Act, and Dowry Prohibition Act. The discussion was interactive, with participants actively raising questions about complaint procedures, where to seek help, and available legal remedies. The session helped improve awareness of women’s rights and protection mechanisms.
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On 19th July 2026, a legal awareness session on the New Labour Codes was conducted for 45 women garment workers of a union at Peenya, Bengaluru, by Adv. Pooja from Dhwani Legal Trust. The session focused on important workers’ rights related to pension, PF, retrenchment, and bonus.
The session was highly interactive and meaningful, with active participation from the women workers who shared their experiences, raised questions, and gained a better understanding of their legal rights and workplace protections.
On the 8th of June Booshakthi Kendra Trust and Dhwani Legal Trust brought together nearly 50 participants from 15 villages in Tumkur district. This camp was also a follow-up of the previously organised camp in the month of May. The legal aid and advice started at 11.30 am and went on till 3.30pm. This session saw Dhwani's lawyers, assisted by interns providing one-on-one consultations on issues relating to land. A total of 10 cases were dealt with by our team where These were cases which needed just a follow-up and which needed help in filing in the High Court of Karnataka.
On 29th May, 2026 Advocate Ashwini Obulesh, Advocate, High Court of Karnataka and Founder of Dhwani Legal Trust was invited as the resource person by Vidyashilp University to deliver a session on POSH. She outlined the objectives of the POSH Act, explained its scope and applicability, and sensitized the participants to the importance of creating safe and respectful workplaces. She also discussed key definitions under the Act, including sexual harassment and the responsibilities of institutions.
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