LALITPUR: The National Child-Friendly Local Governance Forum (NCFLGF), in collaboration with Jagriti Child and Youth Concern Nepal (JCYCN), successfully concluded a four-day Training of Trainers on Child-Friendly and Nutrition Friendly Local Governance.
The training held on 8-11 July aimed to enhance the competencies of CFLG campaigners from different parts of the country, providing them with the latest knowledge and skills in child-friendly and nutrition-friendly governance.
Inaugurating the training, the Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration (MOFAGA) said, “Our goal is to capacitate our partners and campaigners to drive real change in their communities”.
He further said, “This training is a crucial step towards ensuring that child-friendly and nutrition-friendly governance becomes a reality at the local level”.
In his welcome speech, Tilottam Paudel, Strategic Advisor to the National CFLG Forum, emphasized the need to advance these campaigns and the importance of trainings like this in empowering campaigners.
“Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders is crucial for the successful implementation of CFLG and NFLG initiatives”, he noted.
Uma Magar from World Vision International Nepal highlighted World Vision’s commitment to child welfare and their alignment with the CFLG initiative.
She also showcased some successful projects and interventions supporting child development and protection.
Shiva Ranjan Poudyal from the National Planning Commission presented the context on MSNP and its linkages with SDG goals.
Lila Bikram Thapa, Head of the Nutrition Department at the Ministry of Health, delivered the presentation on fundamental nutrition, emphasizing the role of nutrition specialists and the integration of nutrition-focused practices into health institutions.
Resham Kandel, Under Secretary of MOFAGA, presented on the steps and institutional structure of CFLG and NFLG.
He highlighted the interconnectedness of these governance models and the importance of a coordinated approach.
“Understanding the link between CFLG and NFLG is essential for maximizing our efforts and achieving sustainable outcomes,” Kandel mentioned.
Sujan Adhikari from Bhaktapur shared, “The training was crucial for empowering local levels, providing essential knowledge and skills for effective governance”.
Pooja Pokhrel added, “We’ve been actively involved in nutrition and CFLG, but merging these two is a new challenge. This training has given me deeper insights and tools to address this effectively”.
Namaraj Thapa from Dailekh emphasized, ‘We need to integrate these campaigns to ensure nutrition and impact reach every child, especially those in the Karnali region.’
Participants were actively involved in group discussions, exploring the indicators of CFLG and NFLG, identifying necessary activities, and outlining collaboration strategies with various stakeholders.
During the training, Ashok Khanal, Coordinator of NCFLG Forum, facilitated sessions on Bal Bhela (child gatherings) using various interactive instruments designed to engage children.
These tools included games, storytelling, and participatory activities aimed at making children feel involved and heard in governance processes.
Rasila Dhamala, Program Coordinator of the NCFLG Forum, noted that the NCFLG Forum was established in 2017 by former members of Child Clubs to promote Child Friendly Local Governance.
A total of 30 participants representing various working areas of WVIN, CFLG campaigners, and NCFLGF members attended the training conducted with the assistance of World Vision International Nepal (WVIN).
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