As part of its continued commitment to strengthening adolescent sexual and reproductive health services, the SAFE Girls Project successfully completed a five-day Provincial Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) training. The training was implemented in partnership with Good Neighbors International Nepal (GNI Nepal), with technical and financial support from KOICA and UNFPA.
The training took place from 11–15 November at the Provincial Hospital, Janakpurdham, and was conducted with strong technical support from the Provincial Health Training Center (PHTC), Pathlaiya, Bara. Health workers from Gaur, Paroha, Dewahi Gonahi, and Yamunamai municipalities of Rautahat district participated in the training. Each municipality was represented by a paramedic and a nursing staff member from two different health posts, ensuring balanced participation and practical learning.
The sessions were facilitated by a team of experienced and dedicated trainers—Mr. Girendra Kumar Jha, Mr. Anjum Jha, Dr. Umesh Kumar Yadav, Dr. Sudip Kumar Yadav, and Mr. Anil Yadav. Through interactive discussions, practical exercises, and real-life case examples, the trainers focused on building the skills and confidence needed to deliver adolescent-friendly health services (AFHS) that are respectful, confidential, and responsive to the needs of adolescents.
The training significantly strengthened the capacity of participants to serve as ASRH focal persons within their health facilities. Health workers shared that the knowledge and skills gained during the training will help them improve the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of ASRH and AFHS services at the community level.
Reflecting on the importance of the initiative, Dr. Paras Hussain, Chairperson of RDC–Nepal, shared:
“Through this training, local health workers are now better equipped to deliver effective ASRH and AFHS services. Through the SAFE Girls Project, we remain committed to creating a safe and enabling environment for adolescent girls and young women.”
Participants echoed this sentiment, describing the training as highly practical and relevant, and expressed renewed motivation to apply what they learned in their day-to-day service delivery.
We extend our sincere appreciation to PHTC Pathlaiya, KOICA, UNFPA, GNI Nepal, the entire organizing team, and all participating health workers for their valuable contributions in making this training a success.
