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10 June 2022
Press Release
Norwegian State Secretary reaffirms commitment to support UNFPA’s efforts to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights, and end gender-based violence in Nepal
Norwegian State Secretary reaffirms commitment to support UNFPA’s efforts
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25 November 2021
News
Commemoration of International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Survivors of gender-based violence and gender rights activist in Nepal have called for inclusive approaches and comprehensive reforms to eliminate gender-based violence…
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24 November 2021
Statement
International Day to End Violence against Women
In our increasingly online world, there are too many risks if we do not. Beyond the obvious threats to mental health and physical safety, digital violence is driving women offline…
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11 October 2021
Statement
Let's close the gender power gap for girls
Together, let’s create a digital world that is accessible and safe for all, and build a future in which every girl is able to realize her full potential and power.
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08 October 2021
News
A simple solution to fend off child marriage amid COVID-19 in Nepal
Distraught, Bidhya Sahani had to leave school after the seventh grade in southern Nepal’s Kapilvastu district along the border of India. Her family was struggling…
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05 October 2021
News
Women-led grassroots organizations bring critical relief to women amid pandemic
GHALETOLE, Siraha – The COVID-19 pandemic has brought misfortune to millions around the world. And for many women, like 21-year-old Rama Mahato*, of Ghaletole in…
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23 September 2021
News
Eager to get into action to improve maternal health, Nepal midwives await govt’s recruitment plan
In a country like Nepal where the maternal mortality rate is still high, accelerating the number of professional midwives is key to reducing maternal deaths.
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17 August 2021
News
'There are more challenges added every year because of climate change'
"Women bring unique skills to any emergency response. They know how to connect with victims and keep them calm."
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02 August 2021
Press Release
UNFPA delivers 800 units of oxygen cylinders to the Government of Nepal
As Nepal is battling the second wave of COVID-19, the country experienced a critical shortage of oxygen. The pandemic has put enormous pressure on health facilities across the…
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