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.
Solidarity to Bharati Manandhar
WHR stands in solidarity with Bharati Manandhar, who is on a hunger strike demanding justice for her late husband’s brutal killing. The release of the convict on Nepal’s Constitution Day has sparked our call for strong actions to right this injustice. Let’s raise our voices in unison to amplify her plea for justice.
Dhoop Making Training
On 17th July 2023, a skillful training on Dhoop making illuminated Ward Number 9 of Budhanilkantha Municipality. This training was extended to single women and unemployed women of the municipality which was supported by Budhanilkantha Municipality.
Heartfelt Welcome to our Founder at WHR Nepalgunj
WHR Founder Ms. Lily Thapa recently visited the Women for Human Rights (WHR) office in Nepalgunj. In her esteemed presence, a workshop was conducted to discuss and strategize the sustainability aspects of Chhahari, a crucial initiative. The workshop aimed to assess, plan, and enhance the sustainability factors of Chhahari, contributing to its continued impact in empowering and supporting single women …









