The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court has struck down the provision requiring widows to return property shares they had already legally acquired simply because they chose to remarry. Section 214(2) of the National Civil Code, 2074, has been declared unconstitutional and void from the outset for violating women’s freedom of marriage, the right to equality, and the right to …

Women for Human Rights (WHR), Kaski participated in the two-day Annual Review Program of NGOs working in Kaski District, organized by the District Coordination Committee, Kaski. During the review, WHR presented an overview of its programs, activities, achievements, and contributions in the district. The program brought together various NGOs to share their work, reflect on their progress, and discuss their …

A Violence Awareness Training for home-based women workers was successfully conducted in Harisiddhi, Lalitpur, facilitated by Master Trainers. The session focused on raising awareness among women workers about different forms of violence, their rights, and available support mechanisms. Supported by HomeNet South Asia.

Women for Human Rights (WHR), in collaboration with Women Friendly Disaster Management (WFDM) and Khalisisi, and in coordination with Budhanilkantha Municipality, has been supporting flood-affected families in Nuwakot and Rasuwa through the provision of women-friendly relief materials and essential items. As part of the response, WHR, WFDM, Khalisisi, and Budhanilkantha Municipality prepared the first batch of women-friendly relief kits for …

On the occasion of its 32nd Annual General Meeting, Women for Human Rights (WHR) honored four dedicated employees for completing 10 years of service with the organization. Congratulations and heartfelt appreciation for 10 years of dedicated service!

  Women for Human Rights (WHR) is organizing a National Policy Dialogue on “Advancing Women’s Rights: From Voice to Policy Impact” on 26 August 2026 at the WHR Office, Hattigauda, Kathmandu. The dialogue brings together women representatives from all seven provinces, policymakers, human rights leaders, and stakeholders to amplify women’s voices, highlight key priorities, and strengthen advocacy for effective policies …

An Intergenerational Dialogue Program was organized in Budhanilkantha Municipality under the theme “Building Peace Through Youth and Women’s Participation in Local Government,” with the support of Womankind Worldwide.

WHR warmly welcomed students of the MA in Applied Conflict Transformation Studies (ACTS) programme of the Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies (CPCS), Cambodia, to its office and Peace Gallery. During the visit, WHR shared its work, experiences, and contributions towards advancing the rights of single women, peacebuilding, and social transformation in Nepal. The visit also provided an opportunity for …

It was a pleasure for Women for Human Rights (WHR) to meet with Hon. Sita Badi, Minister for Women, Children, Gender and Sexual Minorities and Social Security, and discuss the current realities, challenges, and priorities of single women in Nepal. The meeting was attended by Ms. Shobha BC, Chairperson of the WHR Central Board; Ms. Upasana Rana, Executive Director; and …

An Intergenerational Dialogue Program was organized in Budhanilkantha Municipality under the theme “Building Peace Through Youth and Women’s Participation in Local Government,” with the support of Womankind Worldwide.