A European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps volunteer from Spain

Namaste! I’m Isabel, a Spanish national, currently working in Nepal since October. Serving as a European Humanitarian Aid Corps Volunteer at WHR, I want to share my personal journey, steering away from the comprehensive explanation that my colleague Maria provided in her blog. Now, almost three months into this transformative experience, my enthusiasm endures. Despite the chilling weather, my commitment …

Social Audit at WHR Surkhet

WHR Surkhet conducted a comprehensive social audit with the active involvement of Deputy Mayor Nilkantha Khanal of Birgunj Municipality, Ward Members from Ward No. 9, and representatives from various organizations and single women groups. The audit aimed at fostering transparency and accountability in our initiatives. 

Interaction Session at WHR Sudhurpaschim

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, WHR Sudhurpaschim an interaction program on the topic of gender-based violence was conducted in Kailari Rural Municipality Ward No. 7. The participants were community members, leaders, health workers, and self-help group members. They actively engaged in the program to raise awareness and promote discussions on combating gender-based violence.

Drawing Competition at WHR Koshi

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, WHR Koshi organized a impactful drawing competition, shedding light on the impact of gender-based violence. Our participants—single women, marginalized women, conflict-affected women, and members of the Child Club of Gramtham Municipality—are using art to break the silence and inspire change. Let’s amplify their voices and work together to end gender-based violence. …

A European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps volunteer from Greece

Namaste, dear readers! My name is Maria and I am from Greece. At WHR, I am a European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps volunteer and I’ll be dedicating the next six months of my life to this incredible journey. What paved my way for this remarkable opportunity was WHR’s participation in the European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps. EVHAC is an initiative …

Teej and our mindset – by Kabita Pandey

Haritalika (Teej) is a cherished festival, particularly among Hindu women, celebrated with great fervor. According to Hindu scriptures, Goddess Parvati undertook a rigorous fast to win Lord Mahadev as her husband. Today, women continue to observe this fast, whether for their husbands’ well-being, spiritual devotion, or personal desires. Teej symbolizes the strength of intimate relationships, providing a platform for sharing …

Educated Women Victims Of Domestic Abuse – by Upasana Rana

Domestic violence, a pervasive social issue, casts a shadow over societies worldwide. Nepal is no exception. Women are not only bearing the brunt of domestic violence. It also hits children, and, in some cases, men. However, women are disproportionately affected. According to a survey conducted by the Nepal Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) in 2016, around 22 per cent of …

WHR holds a Staff and Board Residential Meeting and Retreat

WHR has held a Staff and Board Residential Meeting and Retreat from 18th to 19th of January 2021 at The Lakeside Retreat Resort, Pokhara. The meeting dwelled on the achievements of WHR so far and affiliated single women groups across the country and identified the existing challenges, loopholes and opportunities.     The two-day event successfully concluded by forging a definitive future plan in terms …

WHR founder Thapa receives International Human Rights Award-2020 

Lily Thapa, Founder of Women for Human Rights, single women group (WHR), has been conferred with the prestigious International Human Rights Award-2020.  The award is an international facilitation to the humanitarian engagement of WHR in various sectors, especially pertaining to safeguarding the rights of single women in the country and their empowerment. The latest comes the relief efforts undertaken by WHR in the …