Share your professional expertise by volunteering with us

We're now recruiting members for several roles, such as Portfolio Pathway Champions, Area Officer for south England, Deputy Theory Lead and both an Academic Advisor and regional reps on the Wales Executive Committee.

Explore the volunteering opportunities

Improving health in the early years

The first years of a child’s life shape their health, development and long‑term outcomes. Our new campaign, Strong foundations, will work with members to ensure every child gets the best start in life.

Read about our campaign

Joining the Annual General Meeting

We invite all members to AGM 2026, on 2 June, online to hear about College activities and to discuss and vote on five motions. Featuring guest speaker Professor Sir Chris Whitty.

Find out about AGM

Shaping the future MRCPCH Clinical exam

We're inviting ST3, ST4 and ST5 trainees to participate in our online pilot exam on 2 June, morning or afternoon. You'll experience the proposed exam format first-hand and gain CPD recognition.

Leading the way in children's health

Our ten-year strategy has four goals to support paediatricians' working lives and advocate for a healthier future for children and young people in the UK and internationally.

Our latest annual impact review sets out what we've achieved - together with you, our members, partners and children and young people.

Our strategy

Our annual impact review

Latest news and blogs

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Announcement

19 May 2026

Celebrating the award winners and Honorary Fellows of 2026

At last week’s RCPCH Conference in Birmingham, we were proud to recognise medical students, foundation doctors, current and retired paediatricians and others who are passionate about paediatrics and child health. See photos from our award ceremonies.

Announcement

15 May 2026

Highlights from RCPCH Conference 2026

A huge thank you to all of the speakers, exhibitors and delegates who helped make this year’s annual conference so special. Take a look at just some of our highlights from the three days.

Julia Donaldson at a conference centre. In one hand she holds the College Medal, a silver disc in a case, and in the other hand a certificate

Announcement

13 May 2026

Julia Donaldson CBE awarded the prestigious RCPCH College Medal

The RCPCH College Medal recognises outstanding individuals who have made a significant contribution to child health and wellbeing. It was last awarded in 2006.

The four winners of the PAFTA display their certificates while standing next to RCPCH President on a stage, with a backdrop showing RCPCH 30 years and photos

Announcement

12 May 2026

Announcing the 2026 winners of the national Paediatric Awards For Training Achievements (PAFTA)

We are delighted to present four fantastic winners of the national PAFTA, recognising the very best in paediatric training: Dr Peter Eriksen and Dr Nkechi Onyige, Core Trainee (joint); Dr Barah Hassan, Specialty Trainee; and Dr Katherine Burke, Educational Supervisor.

Two people holding up signs that read 'I support a Smokefree Generation', in front of a banner reading 'smokefree action coalition'

President's update

7 May 2026

Advocating for a better future for every child – President’s update

Steve reflects on the journey to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill receiving Royal Assent, which marks a landmark step towards a smokefree generation. Plus, you can still sign up for next week's conference, virtually or in-person.