Education and Child Protection
ASTHA Nepal has a long-standing partnership with organizations like World Vision International Nepal to implement child-focused projects such as the Integrated Protection and Community Engagement (IPCE) and Child Education Sponsorship Program. These initiatives have improved school attendance, reduced child labor, and established municipal-level child protection systems. ASTHA has facilitated the formation of Child Rights Committees (CRCs), CFLGs, and school-based child clubs. In the current scenario, Nepal continues to face high rates of school dropouts, child trafficking, and limited access to quality education, particularly in rural and conflict-affected areas. Moving forward, ASTHA Nepal will continue strengthening inclusive education, building capacity of caregivers and teachers, and advocating for policy-level improvements. It will also focus on integrating psychosocial support, adolescent protection, and community engagement into all child protection programs.
Projects under Education and Child Protection
- Integrated Protection and Community Engagement (IPCE)
Donor: World Vision International Nepal | Cost: NRs. 45.3M/year | Duration: 2019–2025 - Education & Child Sponsorship / DRR Project
Donor: WVIN | Cost: NRs. 49.6M | Duration: 2017–2019 - Pro-Poor Targeted Secondary School Stipend Project (PPTS)
Donor: CPREC/ADB | Cost: NRs. 0.12M | Duration: 2010–2011 - Action for Social Inclusion of Conflict-Affected Children
Donor: ADRA Nepal/EC | Cost: NRs. 43.2M | Duration: 2010–2012