Centre for Child and Adolescent Wellbeing (CCAW)
Centre for Child and Adolescent Well-Being (earlier known as Child Guidance Centre) is functioning on the premises of the Department of Social Work, University of Delhi. The main aim of the Centre is to provide psychosocial and educational support, growth and development related services to the children and adolescents in the neighbouring schools and community with preventive and promotive well-being programs. It assists by developing instructional materials and modules for overall psychosocial growth of children and adolescent, creating a society where all children and adolescents experience optimum psychological well-being and grow up as healthy adults with positive attitude towards self and others
Message from Head of Department, Department of Social Work
Prof Sanjoy Roy, HOD,
Department of Social Work, University of Delhi
I am truly proud to announce that CCAW, under the esteemed leadership of Honorary Director Dr. Shashi Rani Dev, has achieved remarkable success over the past two years. Dr. Dev, along with dedicated social work trainees from the 4th and 2nd Semesters of 2023-2024, has actively engaged with children from marginalized communities. Over the last two years, CCAW has orchestrated a series of activities aimed at fostering the growth and development of these children. As of now, more than 150 children from neighboring communities and schools have been enrolled in the center's activities and programs. The CCAW team has exhibited exceptional dedication and capability in effecting positive change within society. Throughout year the CCAW is engaging children for their overall growth and development. The parents and teachers of these children are also participating in CCAW activities. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Shashi Rani Dev and her team, and I wish them continued success in their future endeavors.
CCAW Hon. Director’s Note
Dr. Archana Kaushik Director, Hon. Director
Centre for Child and Adolescent Well Being
Professor, Department of Social Work University of Delhi
It is with a deep sense of responsibility and enthusiasm that I take over as the Director of the Centre for Child and Adolescent Wellbeing (CCAW). I sincerely thank Dr. Shashi Rani Dev, my predecessor, for her valuable contributions in steering the Centre during its revival phase and laying a strong foundation for its renewed journey.
Founded in 1971 as a demonstration project of the Department of Social Work at the University of Delhi, CCAW has a proud legacy of working with children, adolescents, and their families. Building on this history, we now envision positioning the Centre as a dynamic knowledge hub and resource centre that not only provides services but also generates evidence, facilitates research, and contributes to policy and practice in the field of child rights and wellbeing.
Our future direction emphasizes:
• Research and documentation to create a strong evidence base on child and adolescent issues.
• Capacity-building and training for students, practitioners, teachers, and parents.
• Resource development and dissemination for schools, communities, and allied institutions.
• Advocacy for child rights, ensuring alignment with the Department’s vision and the global framework of child protection and development.
With the Department’s illustrious past and its continued leadership in social work education, CCAW is uniquely placed to serve as a bridge between academic knowledge and field realities. Together with faculty, students, and our community partners, we aspire to strengthen CCAW as a centre of excellence that upholds children’s rights and promotes holistic adolescent wellbeing.
I look forward to this collective journey of growth, learning, and meaningful impact.