A two-day Empowerment Training against Violence Against Women (VAW) for Home-Based Workers (HBW) leaders was held in Sunakothi, Lalitpur, in coordination with HomeNet South Asia. The training strengthened participants’ understanding of violence, gender norms, and their rights, with key sessions covering concepts of violence and empowerment, types of violence, community helplines and support networks, economic empowerment, and the roles and …
A three-day Training on Group Formation and Expansion for Home-Based Women Workers (HBWs)
A three-day Training on Group Formation and Expansion for Home-Based Women Workers (HBWs), held from 20–22 January 2026, focused on strengthening home-based workers’ identity, leadership, collective voice, and advocacy skills, in coordination with HomeNet South Asia.
Intergenerational Dialogue on Human Rights and Elections in Surkhet
WHR Surkhet, in collaboration with other organizations, organized the Intergenerational Dialogue on Human Rights and Elections. WHR members actively participated in a rally, carrying strong messages advocating for human rights.
Good Governance Empowerment Program in Rupandehi
WHR Rupandehi organized a Good Governance Empowerment Program as part of the 17th Human Rights Magna Meet 2082 and the 77th International Human Rights Day 2025. The event highlighted the importance of women’s leadership, accountability, and inclusive governance, engaging stakeholders to strengthen democratic values and promote human rights. Similarly, on December 10, WHR members actively participated in a rally led …
Intergenerational Dialogue on Human Rights, Elections, and Good Governance in Koshi
WHR Koshi, together with partner organizations, successfully organized the Intergenerational Dialogue on Human Rights, Elections, and Good Governance as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Held on 10 December 2025, the program brought together diverse voices from Koshi Province to strengthen awareness, promote civic engagement, and highlight the importance of accountable governance for a just and …
Single Women’s Provincial Assembly in Dharan
WHR Koshi organized the Single Women’s Provincial Assembly in Dharan, bringing together representatives from 12 districts to raise their voices for the rights and recognition of single women. Leaders emphasized the need for continued advocacy, legal protections, and equal opportunities for all single women across Nepal.
Blood Donation Program on the Occasion of the 17th Human Rights National Magna Meet 2082
WHR Kaski conducted an open blood donation program on the occasion of the 17th Human Rights National Magna Meet 2082 and the 77th International Human Rights Day 2025. With technical support from the Nepal Red Cross Society Regional Blood Transfusion Center and participation from social organizations, civil society, and media, the event highlighted the importance of civic responsibility, human rights, …
Opening Ceremony of 17th Human Rights National Magna Meet 2082
WHR Nepal, as Convener, together with Ageing Nepal and Unification Nepal as Co-conveners, successfully organized the Opening Ceremony of the 77th International Human Rights Day 2025 and the 17th Human Rights National Magna Meet 2082 in coordination with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and with support from the NGO Federation of Nepal, Kurve Wustrow, Tewa, FEDO, and DCA. We …
Newly Elected Central Board of WHR
We extend our best wishes to the new leadership team: Chairperson: Shobha BC Vice Chairperson: Rekha Adhikari General Secretary: Ek Maya Bishwokarma Secretary: Anita Devkota Treasurer: Chandrika Bhattarai Members: Januka Joshi, Somariya Paswan, Rita Sen, Pratibha Bista, and Ram Kumari Thapa.
