Skill Development Training at PVCHR: Strengthening Writing and Documentation Skills

 


Skill Development Training at PVCHR: Strengthening Writing and Documentation Skills

On 21st August 2025, the People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) organized a Skill Development Training program at its office in Varanasi. The training was led by senior journalist Abhishek Srivastava, who served as the main trainer, with guidance and reflections also shared by Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi and Ms. Shruti Nagvanshi.


Purpose of the Training

The program was designed to equip participants with practical skills in writing, analysis, case documentation, and testimony recording, all rooted in real-life experiences from the field.

Participation

  • Male Participants: 15

  • Female Participants: 10

  • Total: 25

The intimate group size allowed for close interaction, personal guidance, and active participation from everyone involved.

Training Highlights

  • Situation Analysis – Understanding how to study and interpret social and human rights issues in depth before designing responses.

  • Case Writing Techniques – Learning the art of documenting victims’ experiences with accuracy and sensitivity.

  • Victim Testimonies – Emphasizing empathy and patience while recording statements to ensure victims feel safe and heard.

  • Prayer Moment – A reflective pause that created a positive, compassionate atmosphere.

  • Case Study Preparation – Exploring how well-researched case studies can contribute to both advocacy and policy reforms.

  • Success Stories – Real-life accounts of transformation that inspired participants to believe in change.

  • Filing and Documentation – Training in systematic record-keeping to strengthen accountability and advocacy efforts.

Voices of Inspiration

  • Abhishek Srivastava (Main Trainer) shared the nuances of writing and reporting, guiding participants to refine their communication and analysis skills.

  • Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi emphasized social transformation through a human-centered approach, urging participants to pair activism with empathy.

  • Shruti Nagvanshi highlighted the importance of empowering victims and building sensitivity as a foundation for lasting change.

Conclusion

The training was a powerful learning experience, giving participants not only new skills but also a deeper sense of responsibility toward society. With 25 committed participants, the session strengthened PVCHR’s mission of empowering communities through knowledge, documentation, and advocacy.





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