महिला एवं बाल विकास विभाग 
Scheme - Behavioural change for dignity of women
The dignity of women is a fundamental aspect of a just and equitable society. Recognizing the need for positive change, the scheme aimed at transforming behaviours, attitudes, and perceptions to ensure the dignity and respect of women across Delhi through Advertisement and Publicity.
The scheme for behavioural change is a bold step towards upholding the dignity of women in Delhi. By fostering a culture of respect, equality, and empowerment, we envision a future where every woman in the city can thrive without compromise. Collaborative efforts, backed by education, empowerment, community engagement, and youth involvement, will drive this transformation and pave the way for a more inclusive and dignified society for women.
Implementation of Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
Despite the enactment of the Anti-Dowry Act, 1961, the evil practice of dowry persists in almost all income groups and segments of population. It is well accepted that a mere enactment of this legislation will not be enough and the deep rooted social evil of dowry can be tackled effectively with greater public awareness and cooperation. For implementation of the said Act Department of Women and Child Development, Delhi Government (DWCD) to undertake mass campaign and make concerted drive for generating public awareness and social action against the practice of dowry.
The implementation of Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 is the responsibility of State Government; therefore, all District Officers of DWCD have been designated as Reconciliation and Guidance Officers and Dowry Prohibition Officers of their districts vide order F.No. 56(99)/DWCD/RTE/2022-23/17619 dated 13.12.2022. The State Government has notified Dowry Prohibition Rules, 2000 vide Delhi Gazette Notification No. 169 dated 6.10.2010. However, at present the Protection Officers in districts placed under the supervision of District Officers/District Dowry Prohibition Officers are also looking after the work of Dowry Prohibition along with Protection of women from Domestic Violence.
Address of WCD District Officers/Reconciliation Cum Guidance Officers/District Dowry Prohibition Officers.
| S. No. | Name of District | Address | E-mail ID | Telephone No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central | 20-21, Gulabi Bagh Shopping Complex(Near Super Bazar), Gulabi Bagh, Delhi- 110007 | docentralwcd[at]gmail[dot]com | 20838545, 20838546 |
| 2 | East | Mahila Silai Kadhai Kendra, Block-10, (Near Shamshan Ghat) Geeta Colony, Delhi-110031 | doeast[at]rediffmail[dot]com | 22073014, 22073012 |
| 3 | New Delhi | Room 1, 3 and 5 16/11, Jam Nagar House, Shahjahgan Road, New Delhi-110011 | dondwcd09[at]gmail[dot]com | 23411094, 23411095 |
| 4 | North | District Officer Room No.4 Sewa Kutir Complex, Kingsway Camp, Delhi-110009 | wcdnorth[at]gmail[dot]com | 20878403 |
| 5 | North East | Sanskar Ashram Complex (Near G.T.B. Hospital) Dilshad Garden, Delhi-110093 | donewcd2015[at]gmail[dot]com | 22127741, 22127742 |
| 6 | North West | Silai Kendra, F-Block, Mangol Puri, Delhi-110083 | wcd.northwest[at]gmail[dot]com | 27915811 |
| 7 | Shahdara | Sanskar Ashram Complex (Near G.T.B. Hospital) Dilshad Garden, Delhi-1100093 | wcdshahdara[at]gmail[dot]com | 22127741, 22127742 |
| 8 | South | Kasturba Niketan (Near Jal Vihar Terminal) Lajpat Nagar-II, Delhi-110024 | dwcdsouth[at]gmail[dot]com | 20886192 |
| 9 | South East | Kasturba Niketan (Near Jal Vihar Terminal) Lajpat Nagar-II, Delhi-110024 | dosoutheastdwcd[at]gmail[dot]com | 20886192 |
| 10 | South West | 23-24 Udhyog Sadan, 3rd Floor, (Behind Qutub Hotel) Qutub Instt. Area, Delhi-110067 | dowcdsouthwest[at]gmail[dot]com | 26534151 |
| 11 | West | Nirmal Chhaya Complex (Near Hari Nagar Bus Depot), Jail Road, Hari Nagar, Delhi-110064 | dowestwcd[at]gmail[dot]com | 20896218, 20896217 |