A National Level Consultation, which included provincial parliament members and relevant local stakeholders, took place in Dhading District. This consultation event was graced by the presence of our Founder, Central Level Board Members, 7 Provincial Chairpersons, as well as WHR’s Catalysts and members from various regions across Nepal.
Scholarships Distribution Program
With continuous support from Women For Freedom, WHR provided scholarships to single mothers’ daughters, alleviating the financial stress associated with their education expenses. A student shared, “This scholarship aid has enabled me to pursue my studies without the constant concern of educational expenditures.
Capacity Building Training
The Capacity Building Training for Single Women Leaders ended on October 6, 2023. It covered vital topics such as forming single women groups, empowerment strategies, communication, and addressing gender-based violence, as well as the significance of Sahayogi Saathi.
MOU with Nepal Cancer Hospital & Research Center
On August 4th, 2023, the Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center and the Women for Human Rights officially signed a significant MOU. This landmark agreement aims to provide crucial financial support to single women and their children under 18 who are battling cancer. This arrangement introduces a 10% price reduction for essential medical services such as radiology, lab tests, health …
Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Transitional Justice
The Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Transitional Justice was held at WHR Chhahari. The Discussion was led in order to provide insights into the complexities of transitional justice. The participants included individuals who had experienced conflict-related hardships from various backgrounds. The project is supported by Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa)’s @zivikfunding Programme with funds from Auswaertiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
The Sensitization Workshop on National Plan Action II
A Sensitization Workshop was convened at WHR-Chhahari, aimed at raising awareness among stakeholders, particularly conflict victims, regarding the provisions and urgent execution of National Plan Action II (NAP II). The workshop featured in-depth discussions centered on the vital implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325 and 1820, with a specific emphasis on Women, Peace, and Security within the context …
13th International Widow’s Day: Self-Care Session for Conflict Survivors
To mark the 13th International Widow’s Day, WHR hosted a “Self-Care Session for Conflict Survivors” on 23rd June, 2023. As widows navigate their personal journeys through sorrow, bereavement, and emotional scars, they bear the weight of their past experiences. The purpose of this event was to support widows affected by conflict in openly sharing their emotions and learning effective coping …
Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop on the GET Ahead Gender and Entrepreneurship Programme
In a significant stride towards promoting decent work for invisible workers in South Asia, the International Labour Organization (ILO) organized a Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop on the GET Ahead Gender and Entrepreneurship Programme. This initiative was tailored for leaders of membership-based organizations (MBOs) working with home-based workers in Nepal. Following these dedicated efforts, Ms. Sabita Maharjan, a central board …
Meditative and Sound Healing Therapy
The meaningful 5-day meditative and sound healing program was conducted between August 21st and 25th, 2023, at WHR-Chhahari. This therapeutic session aimed to induce a state of relaxation and equilibrium within our bodies using calming sound vibrations. The participants were from all 7 provinces. The workshop was supported by Kurve Wustrow.
Empowering Conflict Survivors through Non-Violent Communication
The training was conducted to provide conflict survivors with the tools to heal and reconstruct their lives on June 26th to 28th, 2023. This empowering workshop had the objective of arming survivors with proficient communication abilities, nurturing empathy, attentive listening, and harmonious conflict resolution techniques.