New ERA conducted the Health Sector Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) following the 2026 Bhotekoshi flash flood, under the leadership of Ministry of Health and Food Safety (MoHFS), with support from the Association of International NGOs in Nepal (AIN) and in coordination with One Heart Worldwide (OHW). Covering 15 local levels across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha and Tanahun, the assessment examined the impacts on the health sector and identified critical recovery needs to inform evidence-based recovery planning, strengthen essential health services and enhance future disaster preparedness.New ERA extends its sincere appreciation to MoHFS, NHRC, AIN, OHW, health workers, FCHVs, local representatives and community members for their valuable contributions and collaboration throughout the assessment process.For more info: <a target="_blank" rel="" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19jBovYMME/">https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19jBovYMME/</a>

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Health Sector PDNA – Bhotekoshi Flash Flood 2026: Progress Update and Preliminary Findings Shared

A recent study led by The Asia Foundation, in collaboration with Shakti Samuha and New ERA, highlights the continued risks of child exploitation across sectors including entertainment, domestic work, brick kilns, and other labour settings in Nepal.Covering 14 districts across all seven provinces, the study examined the factors that place children at risk, their experiences of exploitation, access to justice and support services, and the challenges faced after rescue.The findings emphasize the need to move beyond rescue-focused responses and strengthen prevention, protection, rehabilitation, education, livelihood opportunities, and long-term reintegration.New ERA is pleased to contribute to research that brings evidence and the experiences of affected communities into discussions on stronger policies and programmes for child protection in Nepal.Read the full story: [Deshparadesh article](<a target="_blank" rel="" href="https://deshparadesh.com/2026/09/17158/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">https://deshparadesh.com/2026/09/17158/?utm_source=chatgpt.com</a>)[onlinekhabar] <a target="_blank" rel="" href="https://www.onlinekhabar.com/2026/09/2018637/unsafe-migration-exposes-children-to-poverty-and-illiteracy-high-risk-of-trafficking">(https://www.onlinekhabar.com/2026/09/2018637/unsafe-migration-exposes-children-to-poverty-and-illiteracy-high-risk-of-trafficking)</a>

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Health Sector PDNA – Bhotekoshi Flash Flood 2026: Progress Update and Preliminary Findings Shared

Child trafficking and exploitation do not end with rescue.