Ramesh Gupta Memorial Trust (RGMT) organized a comprehensive training program for Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) on 8th September 2025 at the premises of BPKMCH, Bharatpur.

Day of Learning and Collaboration:

The 4.5-hour session aimed to build the capacity of FCHVs in identifying early signs of childhood cancer, raising community awareness, and ensuring timely referral of suspected cases to nearby health facilities. This initiative is part of RGMT’s ongoing effort to improve the survival and quality of life of children with cancer across Nepal.

Expert Guidance for Frontline Heroes

A total of 55 FCHVs from seven wards of Bharatpur Metropolitan City participated in the program. Their active involvement and enthusiasm reflected a strong commitment to strengthening community-level health support and contributing to early detection efforts. The program was inaugurated in the presence of the Ward Chairperson, the Chairman of BPKMCH, and the Director of BPKMCH, who highlighted the vital role of FCHVs as a link between the community and the hospital system. They appreciated RGMT’s continued leadership in delivering impactful community-based training.

 

Interactive Learning for Real-World Impact

The technical sessions were led by experienced experts, including Dr. Krisha Sagar Sharma (Pediatric Oncologist), Dr. Niva Tiwari (Consultant Pediatrician), Ms. Prechan Thapaliya (Nutritionist), and Ms. Shristi Regmi (Psychosocial Counselor). The sessions covered an introduction to childhood cancer, early warning signs, the referral process, parental counseling, nutrition during treatment, and the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Participants also learned about the ongoing programs run by RGMT and World Child Cancer, and how these initiatives support community engagement and early diagnosis.

To ensure effective learning, the training used an interactive methodology that included presentations, visual aids, group discussions, real-life case examples, and question-answer sessions. FCHVs received training materials and informational brochures to help them share accurate information within their communities.

 

RGMT's Continued Commitment

The training proved highly valuable, as participants showed improved understanding of early symptoms of childhood cancer, effective communication with parents, referral pathways, nutritional needs during treatment, and ways to address common myths and stigma. Many FCHVs expressed their commitment to applying this knowledge in their daily work and raising awareness at the community level.

The FCHV Training Program at BPKMCH stands as an important milestone in strengthening community-based awareness and early detection of childhood cancer in Nepal. RGMT extends sincere appreciation to BPKMCH, World Child Cancer, and all participating FCHVs for their dedication and support. The Trust remains committed to organizing similar capacity-building programs to help ensure timely diagnosis, better access to care, and improved outcomes for children with cancer across the country.