Work we do

As well as our essential work in education and career support for paediatricians, our staff and members work on a range of programmes to improve child health - from quality improvement to workforce studies, from research in the UK to global child health programmes. Find out more and get involved.

In this section - key RCPCH activities

Advocacy on international crises

British Paediatric Surveillance Unit - investigating rare diseases

Clinical audits - improving care and outcomes

Equality, diversity and inclusion - aiming to provide fair opportunities for all

Global child health - our high impact, humanitarian programmes

Public affairs - engaging with Government, MPs, Peers and policymakers

Quality improvement and patient safety, including invited reviews

RCPCH &Us - for children, young people and families

Research activities - promoting high quality research

Thrive Paediatrics - our programme to improve paediatricians' working lives

Workforce information and planning

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RCPCH strategy

We have four strategic goals on workforce skill, size and wellbeing; child health at centre of decision-making; research, evidence and clinical standards; and international impact.

RCPCH strategy

Our strategy

Our ten-year strategic outlook speaks to our members’ priorities to support paediatricians' working lives and to advocate for a healthier future for children and young people. Its first phase runs from autumn 2024 to 2027.

We have four strategic goals on workforce skill, size and wellbeing; child health at centre of decision-making; research, evidence and clinical standards; and international impact.

Strategy

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RCPCH at 30

We became a Royal College in 1996. In 2026, we are marking 30 years of progress – celebrating how far we’ve come and imagining what lies ahead. Together, we can shape a brighter future for paediatrics and child health. Read how you can get involved!

RCPCH at 30