CRC/C/BTN/CO/2 page 5 21. The Committee notes that that a series of trainings have been undertaken for professional groups, parents and children and that the Government has cooperated with UNICEF in the development of promotional material on the Convention. 22. The Committee recommends the reinforcement of systematic training of all professional categories working for and with children, including teachers, police, lawyers, judges, health personnel, social workers, the media and personnel of monasteries and childcare institutions, including those in rural and remote areas. The Committee suggests that the State party seek technical assistance from UNICEF for the above recommendations. 2. Definition of the child 23. The Committee notes that domestic legislation still lacks a clear definition of the child. 24. The Committee reiterates its recommendation (CRC/C/15/Add.157, para. 27) that the State party continue to review its legislation with a view to ensuring that the definition of the child and minimum age requirements conform to the principles and provisions of the Convention, are gender neutral, explicit and enforced by law. In particular, the Committee recommends that the State party adopt a clear provision on the definition of the child in its child care and protection act which is due to be adopted. 3. General principles Non-discrimination 25. The Committee notes that the State party is undertaking efforts to improve the situation of vulnerable children, particularly those living in rural-remote areas, and children with disabilities. However, it remains concerned that gender discrimination, the lack of services for children with disabilities, the gap of resources between rural and urban areas and the disparities in the enjoyment of rights experienced by children of Nepalese ethnic origin, particularly in relation to their right to a nationality, to education and to health services. 26. The Committee recommends that the State party: (a) Take effective measures, including enacting or rescinding legislation where necessary, to prevent and eliminate discrimination, in accordance with article 2 of the Convention, in all fields of civil, economic, social and cultural life; (b) Establish accessible and effective mechanisms and procedures to monitor, receive and address complaints of discrimination (e.g. prompt appeal in circumstances of denial of school enrolment);

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