NCRC Invites Applications for Long-Term Care Plan for Rasuwa–Bhotekoshi Flood-Affected Children

Lalitpur, 27 Kartik 2083 BS — The National Child Rights Council (NCRC), Shreemahal, Pulchowk, Lalitpur, under the Ministry of Women, Children, Gender and Sexual Minorities, and Social Security, has invited applications for the Long-Term Protection, Care and Support Plan for Disaster-Affected Children.

According to the official notice issued by NCRC Information Officer Ram Bahadur Chand, the "Long-Term Protection, Care and Support Plan for Disaster-Affected Children, 2083" has been implemented to support children affected by the Rasuwa–Bhotekoshi flood.

The plan aims to support child protection, family-based care, educational continuity, health and nutrition, psychosocial assistance, and long-term protection and reintegration.

Children affected by the flood across Nepal who meet the prescribed criteria, including those from areas declared disaster crisis zones, or their family members, parents, or guardians, must submit applications within 35 days of the notice's publication.

Applications must include complete details, supporting documents, and records of the disaster's impact. They must be submitted to the National Child Rights Council through the concerned local ward office, along with a decision from the Local Child Rights Committee and a recommendation from the Child Welfare Officer.

Target Children and Selection Priorities

The plan targets children under 18 years of age affected by the Rasuwa–Bhotekoshi flood who meet one or more of the following conditions:

• Children who have lost both parents or one parent due to the disaster, or whose parents are missing or out of contact.

• Children whose parents or guardians are missing due to the disaster or who have been separated from their families.

• Children who have developed disabilities due to the disaster and require additional protection and support.

• Children who cannot receive adequate protection because they or their guardians were injured in the disaster.

• Other children requiring special protection under the Act Relating to Children, 2075 BS.

Selection Priority: Priority will be given to children and families at high risk, particularly those who have lost both parents, guardians, or caregivers, those whose parents or guardians are missing or out of contact, and those who have lost one parent or guardian and face significant risks.

Age and Other Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Age Requirement: Children must be under 18 years of age.

• Newborn Children: In the case of pregnant women, newborns may be included where the mother had undergone at least 2 antenatal health checkups before 10 Bhadra 2083 BS or where a pregnancy of 6 months had been certified. In such cases, applications may be submitted within 3 months of childbirth.

• Residence and Disaster Impact: Priority will be given to children and families permanently or temporarily residing in affected areas who are directly affected by the flood-related disaster.

Verification and Selection Process

The selection of eligible children will be based on prevailing laws, government records, and recommendations from local governments, Local Child Rights Committees, Child Welfare Officers, or other concerned authorities.

Final verification and identification of affected children will be coordinated by the National Child Rights Council with the facilitation of the respective local governments.

Available Support and Financial Assistance

Based on an approved Individual Long-Term Care Plan, a specified amount of financial assistance may be provided per child per month.

The support will take into account scholarships or other assistance already received from the Government of Nepal, provincial governments, local governments, schools, and other governmental or non-governmental organizations.

Assistance under this plan will be supplementary and provided without duplication of existing support.

Areas of Support

Based on an approved Individual Child Protection and Care Plan, assistance may be provided in the following areas according to the child's needs:

• Family-based care and family strengthening.

• Safe accommodation and essential daily living materials.

• Food and nutritional assistance.

• Support for school enrollment and educational continuity.

• Textbooks, educational materials, uniforms, shoes, school bags, and other necessary items.

• Transportation facilities or expenses, as required.

• Medical examinations, treatment, and necessary healthcare services.

• Health and accident insurance.

• Psychosocial support and counseling.

• Child protection and other assistance based on verified needs.

Main Conditions for Families and Guardians

Families or guardians receiving assistance under the plan must comply with the following conditions:

1. Ensure safe care for children within their families or among relatives.

2. Prevent child marriage.

3. Ensure that children are not engaged in hazardous or inappropriate child labor.

4. Prevent violence against children and child sexual abuse.

5. Ensure children's school education and educational continuity.

6. Maintain the confidentiality of personal information relating to children and their families.

7. Provide children with a safe, respectful, and non-discriminatory environment.

Failure to comply with these conditions may result in a review or suspension of the assistance provided under the plan.

Required Documents for Application and Recommendation

Applicants should submit the following documents wherever possible:

1. A photocopy of the child's birth registration certificate.

2. Documents establishing the identity of the child and the parents or guardians.

3. A decision from the concerned Local Child Rights Committee and a recommendation from the Child Welfare Officer.

4. Evidence or certified details confirming that the child or family was affected by the flood-related disaster.

5. Supporting documents if a parent or guardian has died or is missing.

6. Relevant certificates or documents if the child has a disability or requires other special protection.

7. Documents showing the child's educational status.

8. Details of the family's economic and social circumstances, including a social assessment report.

9. Details of scholarships or assistance received from other organizations or authorities.

10. A self-declaration letter from the applicant if all the above documents cannot be made available immediately.

Application Submission Procedure and Deadline

• Application Deadline: Within 35 days of the notice's publication.

• Eligible Applicants: Affected children or their family members, parents, or guardians who meet the prescribed criteria.

• Application Submission Channel: Through the concerned local government's ward office.

• Required Recommendations: Decision of the Local Child Rights Committee and recommendation of the Child Welfare Officer.

• Receiving Authority: National Child Rights Council, Lalitpur.

Applications must include the available details, documents, and records establishing the child's eligibility and the impact of the flood-related disaster.

Contact Information

For further information regarding the plan, eligibility requirements, required documents, and application process, applicants may contact the National Child Rights Council through the following details:

• Organization: National Child Rights Council (NCRC)

• Address: Shreemahal, Pulchowk, Lalitpur

• Contact Person: Dambar Bahadur Rokaya, Coordination Officer

• Mobile Number: 9858050144

• Office Telephone Numbers: 01-5450121, 01-5450124, 01-5450147

• Email: contact@ncrc.gov.np

• Official Website: www.ncrc.gov.np

• E-Portal: www.childrights.gov.np

Published Date: 27 Kartik 2083 BS