Nepal
We train women in vocational skills and entrepreneurship, and support women in adapting to and preventing the effects of climate change. We also work against gender-based violence.
Nepal is located between India and China. The Himalayas cover half of the landmass, which poses its challenges. The country has 29.7 million inhabitants, and 72 percent of the workforce works in agriculture.
Women’s Bank has operated in Nepal since 2008
Our goal is to involve women in community decision-making and to guarantee them the right to education and sustainable livelihoods.
As a result of our numerous development cooperation projects, women’s livelihoods have been effectively strengthened. In particular, cooperative activities have strengthened the position of women, and women have started to act actively in support of issues important to them, such as against domestic violence.
In 2024: 4,014 women improved their livelihoods
We support women in the westernmost region of Nepal, which is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. In addition to improving women’s livelihoods, our work also aims to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Results from last year:
- 1,200 women participated in vocational or entrepreneurship training.
- 540 women received training in environmental skills.
- Women established 330 new businesses.
- 17,000 family members now have a more secure life.
Opening image: Nirmala Dhami is taking part in Women’s Bank supported trainings and has switched to farm crops that adapt better to the current climate. Photo: Antti Yrjölä
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