Child Protection

National guidelines to be introduced to ensure child protection; over 10,000 annual child abuse…

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has taken steps to introduce a national code of guidelines to ensure child protection in Sri Lanka. The initiative aims to minimize various forms of abuse against children, according to the…

NCPA reports rise in complaints of child neglect and abuse

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The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) states that there has been an increase in complaints relating to child neglect and abandonment, as well as physical and psychological abuse. The Attorney-at-Law and Director of Law…

National Child Protection Authority receives over 10,000 complaints in 2025

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The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) reports that more than 10,000 complaints were recorded in 2025. The Director (Planning and Information) of the NCPA, Shanika Malalgoda stated that a total of 10,455 complaints were received…