G502(P) The child protection recognition and response (CPRR) course, the nepalese experience, 2016–2019

Background The RCPCH CPRR course was developed following the Lord Laming Inquiry (2003) after the death of Victoria Climbie in 2000. These Courses are run by ALSG (Advanced life supportgroup) in several centres and adopted abroad in some countries including Nepal. Aims To raise awareness of child abuse and neglect in Nepal. To encourage effective response including referrals to the appropriate agency. To support the development of a multi–agency response in the Nepalese context. Methods and Results In 2016, the first Nepalese course was conducted at Kanti Children Hospital, Kathmandu by the Visiting UK Paediatricians and Nurses led by Drs Neela Shabde & Chris Hobbs. A total of 35 doctors and nurses attended. Eleven candidates were identified as trainers.The 3rd and 4th day was jointly conducted by UK and Nepalese faculty. Similar courses were held in 2017, 2018 and 2019 with stake holder’s involvement of Nepal Paediatric Society, Swantrata Abhiyan Nepal, and some participation of Ministry of Health,Child Workersin Nepal ( CWIN), UNICEF & Police. Conclusions More than 100 doctors and nurses have been trained including a dedicated pool of trainers to take this forward. Two Paediatricians from Nepal have received training at AlderHey Children’s Hospital. So The Child May Live, UK and Health Exchange Nepal, UK have agreed to fund this project for further 3 years. There is a need for a coordination and joining up of services to develop pathways a for referral and management, involving Department of Social services and the health teams in hospitals. The multiagency response to the child protection training is a priority for developing child protection services in Nepal. Support from the UK team should be available during the training courses