About the Clinic

The Awareness for Community Transformation (ACT) Clinic is a flagship initiative of the Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS), O.P. Jindal Global University. It brings together the disciplines of law, psychology, and community rehabilitation to bridge the gap between systemic inequity and individual well-being. Founded to address the rising need for accessible psychosocial and legal support in India, the Clinic represents JIBS’ commitment to social justice, mental health advocacy, and evidence-based policy reform.

Vision

To promote a society grounded in justice, compassion, and equity, where mental health and legal support are recognized as universal rights.

Mission & Core Values

1. Justice and Equity: Strengthen access to justice for marginalized and under-served groups.
2. Holistic Healing: Integrate mental health, legal aid, and social advocacy under one roof.
3. Community-First Engagement: Co-create interventions with local communities and grassroots organizations.
4. Education and Empowerment: Equip individuals with knowledge of their rights and tools for psychosocial resilience.
5. Research and Reform: Contribute data-driven recommendations for sustainable policy transformation.

Our Areas of Focus

1. Access to Justice:

   Providing pro-bono legal representation and awareness sessions for communities facing systemic barriers, focusing on gender-based violence, cybercrime, and workplace discrimination.

2. Empowerment and Education:

   Legal literacy and mental health workshops designed to educate, empower, and prevent. Themes include digital safety, child protection, and community well-being.

3. Holistic and Collaborative Support:

   Through partnerships with the One Stop Centre (Department of Women & Child Development, Haryana), Rocket Learning, and Spread Smile Foundation, the Clinic addresses interconnected legal and psychosocial challenges.

4. Student Training and Internships:

   ACT Clinic provides hands-on learning for JIBS students through direct community service, research, and outreach.

5. Community Engagement:

   Regular visits across Sonipat, Delhi, and Haryana villages including Dewra, Shahzadpur, Rai, and Kharkhoda.

6. Research & Policy Advocacy:

   The Clinic’s research arm generates evidence-based insights into mental health, gender justice, and social systems.

7. Alumni and Partnerships:

   ACT fosters long-term relationships with alumni, civil society, and partner organizations committed to shared goals of social transformation.

Our Initiatives

Field programs offering legal and psychosocial aid, awareness sessions, and empowerment workshops.

Highlights include:

1. Sexual Abuse & Gender Sensitization Workshops in Kailana and Shahzadpur.
2. Maternal Mental Health Awareness Sessions in Rai and Kharkhoda.
3. Teacher Training on developmental disorders at Little Angels Inclusive School.
4. Anxiety Screening Camp at GVM Girls College, Sonipat.

Wellness Support (WS)

The Psychosocial AID helpline operates four days a week, offering free counseling, screening, and referrals by trained professionals. It provides first-response support for distress, relationship concerns, anxiety, and behavioral difficulties.

Scholarly Engagement (SE)

Interactive sessions and workshops link classroom learning with community realities.

1. Career Counselling at UMANG Democratic School.
2. Mindful Breathing Workshop at SOS Children’s Village, Bawana.
3. Training on Reinforcement Techniques for preschool teachers with Rocket Learning.

Research and Policy (RAP)

ACT’s research division focuses on reform through evidence identifying service gaps and policy challenges, with projects on menopause visibility, inclusive education, and gendered access to healthcare.

Events and Campaigns

1. Udaan’25: The Pride Fest celebrating identity, inclusion, and community care.
2. CHHAYA: Maternal Mental Health Campaign highlighting postpartum well-being.
3. RANG: Queer Mental Health Campaign promoting acceptance and resilience.
4. Chhupa Hua: Men’s Mental Health Campaign addressing invisibility and stigma.
5. Wellness Is for All: Promoting universal, stigma-free access to mental health care.
6. Voices Unheard: Suicide Awareness Campaign amplifying empathy, prevention, and hope.

Collaborations and Voices of Change

ACT’s work thrives through collaboration. Our partnerships include:

1. Spread Smile Foundation: Child education and community upliftment.
2. Disha Trust (UMANG Democratic School): Alternative and democratic learning models.
3. SKSS Old Age Home: Dignified care and rehabilitation for the elderly.
4. SOS Children’s Village, Bawana: Family-based care and psychosocial development.
5. Society for Promotion of Youth and Masses (SPYM): Substance use prevention and community rehabilitation.

Leadership Team

Prof. (Dr.) Pulkit Khanna

Dean, Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS)

Faculty Coordinators

1. Bhavya Tandon

   Assistant Professor, Assistant Dean, ACT Clinic

2. Dr. Amrita Roy

   Assistant Professor, Community Initiative Lead

3. Prof. Kritika Swami

   Assistant Lecturer, Community Initiative Lead

4. Dr. Irfan Fayaz

   Assistant Professor, Wellness Support Lead

5. Prof. Indupriya

   Lecturer, Wellness Support Lead

6. Dr. Asim ur Rehman Ganie

   Assistant Professor, Wellness Support Lead

7. Dr. Angel Selvaraj

   Assistant Professor, Research & Policy Lead

8. Dr. Ashish Aman Sinha

   Assistant Professor, Research & Policy Lead

JIBS Student Team

Suhanee Handa

Prachi Misra · Tanvi Negi · Vidushi Arya

Simran Taneja · Anoushka Nair · Poorvi Mishra

Madhuri Nair · Yashi Agarwal · Aradhita Sinha

Publications & Newsletter

The ACT Clinic Newsletter is published biannually, featuring outreach initiatives, field research, and voices from partner organizations. Read the latest issues directly on the JIBS Website.

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Get Involved

1. Students & Interns: Participate in fieldwork, counseling, and research projects.
2. Alumni: Mentor and collaborate on outreach and policy initiatives.
3. Organizations: Partner with us for training, awareness, or policy programs.
4. Community Members: Join our drives, workshops, and advocacy campaigns.