Development projects in Nepal

The project seeks to improve the protective framework of and empower forced migrants in Nepal through a six-fold approach including legal aid, advoacy, publications and education. www.inhuredinternational.org

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

1. Project: 12057 Economic empowerment for social justice: Supporting efforts of the women in Southern Lalitpur to scale up their business initiatives and combat inequality. 2. Project area and Country: Southern Lalitpur, Nepal 3. Project justification: The social and development indicators of Lalitpur district as a whole, in general, are above the average status of Nepal. Nevertheless, the Southern part of the Lalitpur district is characterized by limited access, high concentration of the socially marginalized groups (Janajatis, Dalits), the prevalence of the caste and gender-based discrimination and inequalities including domestic violence resulting into higher poverty and marginalization. Women are one of the most marginalized groups with very limited participation, network, and opportunity. Moreover, the control of women in production resources is extremely low. 4. The main objective and the expected results: The main objective is to increase influence and dignity of women in southern Lalitpur through consolidation of achievements on access to finance, business and market skills, and promoting gender justice. To achieve this goal, the project will enhance the access of women to affordable finance through consolidation of capacity of twelve women?s cooperatives. Thematic trainings to key stakeholders will include account management, product and business development, gender based violence (GBV) reduction, inclusion of people living with disabilities, etc. The project will carry out several advocacy activities to overcome GBV and promote meaningful participation of women in the communities by implementing family and CBOs dialogues targeting men of the localities. Additionally, there will be a close cooperation with the GBV sub-committees and Judicial Committee at the local government on monitoring of GBV cases, reporting child marriage and supporting women victims of violence to access justice. Likewise, advocacy will take place at local government level for encouraging local producers to promote pest-free production. 5. Right-holders/beneficiaries: 4,500 women. Duty bearers: Rural municipalities, local government?s agencies, CBOs 6. Implementing partner: Society of Local Volunteers? Effort (SOLVE) and Federation of Women Entrepreneurs? Association of Nepal (FWEAN)

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Lalitpur, Bagmati

Community resilience programme: supports rural and remote Nepalese villages in increasing disaster preparedness, health awaraness and access to water and sanitation.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

The action is designed to answer to some of the most severe needs and challenges of the freed Haliya communities, women within Haliya and PwDs in the targeted communities, in the context of the new federal structure, and to offer means to their respective CSOs to demand and advocate for the fulfilment of their rights. Through capacitating and empowering the selected CSOs to have suitable tools and frameworks for evidence-based advocacy, the most marginalized people groups will have an opportunity to become agents for change and participate, contribute and benefit from the newly established federal structures and processes. The project will strengthen collective voices and participation of freed Haliya, women within the freed Haliya community and PwDs as rights holders to fulfil their rights and to access entitlements as provisioned in the laws, policies and programs. The institutional capacity of CSOs, DPOs, freed Haliya groups and CBOs will be strengthened and as a result they will have the means to advocate in a structured manner for their rights. Through capacity building and building dialogue as well as cross learning visits, political participation in the democratic practices will be increased. In the 2022 elections the political representation of Haliyas is expected to raise, thus providing new pathways for promotion of rights within the democratic system. Moreover, the target groups will be engaged in extensive ESC rights monitoring through ESCR mobile app. The local co-applicants will gain increased technical and management capacity through the collaboration within the consortium, and they can take this knowledge further to their partners during and after the completion of the action. The activities will be implemented together with all the applicants of the Action and in cooperation with the rights holders, duty bearers and stakeholders of the Action.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

— · not reported

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

Bajhang is one of the least developed districts of Nepal where almost 50 % of people live below poverty line and suffer from food insecurity. Agricultural productivity is low due to lack of technical knowledge and unavailability of quality inputs and irrigation facilities. There are natural resources available but due to limited knowhow and poor market access people are not able to use them for livelihood improvement purpose. Masta Rural Municipality has patriarchal social structures where women are suffering from gender discrimination and violence and are excluded from decision-making. There are also other marginalized groups such as Dalits and persons with disabilities who are suffering from multiple discrimination and are excluded from decision making process both at home and other public domain. So, efforts are needed to provide women with equal rights and empowerment opportunities for their greater participation and access to resources. The objective of this project is to uplift the livelihoods and food security of the socially and economically marginalized communities of Masta Rural Municipality through improved organic farming practices, value addition and better access to markets, empower women through capacity development and leadership trainings and build more resilient communities through sustainable animal husbandry and developing NTFP-based and other new livelihood opportunities. The project will also promote better hygiene practices and food diversification for improved health and nutrition of the target communities. The project implemented by Sahara Nepal and supported by Swallows supports Finland's development objectives by increasing food security and promoting sustainable use of natural resources and enhancing the rights and status of women and girls. The project will strengthen local partner organization's capacity and role in community capacity building and establishing linkages between communities and local government. The project is expected to benefit directly about 700 poor households. More than half of the direct beneficiaries will be women.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

USD 229K

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Bajhang, Sudurpashchim

Chepang and Tamang communities living in the hills of central Nepal are among the most marginalized and resource poor groups in Nepal.Their tiny land holdings provide no more than 3 to 6 months of food security and deforestation has contributed to environmental degradation. Due to lack of knowledge of efficient and sustainable agricultural practices and land-tenure rights, the communities are practicing unsustainable agriculture and animal husbandry which aggravate soil erosion that causes regular landslides that destroy agricultural fields and threaten the lives of people and animals. To improve access to remote villages, local government has started infrastructure development projects without proper social and environmental impact assessments. The objective of this project is to uplift the livelihoods and food security of the Chepang and Tamang communities through agro-forestry development and developed market access, strenghten community-based natural resource management, sustainable land use and climate change adaptation and empower women and persons with disabilities.This is achieved by, e.g. developing sound biodiversity management and sustainable livelihood activities in cooperation with community-based organizations and local government. Capacity building of forest user groups will be done to strenghten their operational capacity and local government will be supported in preparation and implementation of the local climate change adaptation plan of action. The continuation project implemented by NAFAN and supported by Swallows supports Finland's development objectives by increasing food security and promoting sustainable use of natural resources, local democracy and participation of women in decision making. The project will strengthen local partner organization's capacity and role in community capacity building and establishing linkages between communities and local government. The project is expected to benefit directly around 3000 right-holders and 150 duty-bearers. In addition, approx. 3500 people are expected to benefit indirectly.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

Le projet vise à protéger les défenseur.es des droits humains à risque, c'est-à-dire en situation d'insécurité ou de répression. Il vise également à renforcer le pouvoir d'action des défenseur.es des droits humains à risque et la visibilité de leur action. Il procède principalement au travers de la protection individuelle (mise à l'abri, alertes urgentes), du plaidoyer, du renforcement des OSC actives sur les défenseurs des droits et de la sensibilisation

Organization

AFD

Budget

USD 28K

Timeline

Dec 1, 2023 → Apr 2, 2024

Coverage

Nepal

Implementing development cooperation in Nepal requires the identification and preparation of new projects as well as managing, monitoring and evaluating ongoing projects. An important part of the Embassy's work is also cooperation and coordination between donors. In addition, the successful management of development cooperation funds requires the staff to regularly participate in trainings relating to Finnish development cooperation and policy. Planning funds are annually made available to the Embassy of Finland in Kathmandu to address the above mentioned needs. The funds may thus be used for preparing, planning, monitoring and evaluating development cooperation projects and programs as well as reviews and studies related to future funding. In addition, training needs of the staff may also be covered from these funds. Funding for the year 2019 is 40 000 Euros.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

USD 34K

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Kathmandu, Bagmati

In spring 2020, the Nepal Ministry of Education and the Nepal Education Cluster have jointly developed a separate COVID-19 adaptation plan (COVID-19 Education Cluster Contingency Plan - Nepal Education Cluster, 2020) for the education sector programme SSDP (The School Sector Development Plan). The Ministry of Education made a general request for all donors, including Finland, of additional funding for covid-19 emergency response. The overall objective of the Education Cluster Contingency Plan is to prevent the spread of COVID-19 from education institutions into local communities by providing safe learning environments by putting in place appropriate prevention measures in Nepalese schools. To achieve this objective the immediate response of the Education Cluster will focus on a) Ensuring adequate capacity for management and coordination during the response period, b) Strengthening prevention and resilience within the school system and among students, teachers, parents and caregivers and c) Support Continuity of Education/Learning for all children in all areas including children with disabilities and from marginalized backgrounds. Finland's financial contrbution for the implementation of the Education Cluster Contingency Plan for COVID-19 is EUR 2 514 999. The support will be channeled and monitored as part of Nepal School Sector Development Plan (SSDP) programme. The School Sector Development Plan (SSDP) program covers the entire basic education system in Nepal and is funded jointly by the Government of Nepal and its Development Partners. The program is implemented during the years 2016-2023. Finland supports the program with a total of 20 million euros in the years 2016-2020.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

In Nepal, Taksvärkki, in cooperation with its partner Environmental Camps for Conservation Awareness, ECCA (https://ecca.org.np/home), supports student council activities and strengthens cooperation between student councils and other school actors to improve the learning environment. The aim is to increase young people's opportunities to participate in the development of their own school environment and communities. Through the training, young people learn important skills needed in student council activities and advocacy, as well as knowledge of the importance of clean water, hygiene and the environment for well-being. At the same time, the project will disseminate the knowledge and good practices related to the environment, health and human rights they have learned more widely in their communities. Children and young people in rural village schools in Nepal face a number of challenges. Not all parents see the importance of education. Especially girls' schooling may be considered a waste of time. The lack of clean drinking water, water supply and sanitation in schools contributes to the spread of infectious diseases and reduces the attractiveness of schools. In addition to child marriages, the lack of decent and separate toilets for girls is a major cause of girls dropping out of school. Discrimination based on gender and social status is also a problem. Due to the remoteness, school authorities may not have contact with village schools, so their reality is not taken into account in decision-making in the education sector. The project enhances the study conditions in village schools by supporting student council activities and strengthening co-operation between student councils, parents, teacher associations, education authorities and other key actors. The learning environment in the village schools will be improved, including decent facilities for study, clean drinking water, clean green environment, and hygienic toilets. Student council activities strengthen the participation of children and youth in schools and create conditions for effective co-operation between different actors. In addition to decent toilets, girls? right to education will be promoted by increasing girls' awareness and ability to take care of menstrual hygiene. The schooling of low-income children and youth, especially girls, the dalits and other vulnerable pupils, will be supported, and thus, the project promotes the principle of equality in project schools.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

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Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

1. Project: 10837 FCA Nepal Country Office (NEPCO) 2. Project area and Country: Nepal 3. Project justification: FCA Nepal country programme continues promoting development cooperation after completing three years (2015-2017) of humanitarian assistance after the earthquake. FCA will continue to provide Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) services and effectively link learning to earning, and develop and strengthen village level saving and credits cooperatives to enhance access to finance. FCA will stress on youth mobilization in awareness of development issues and combating caste based discrimination, and building capacity of CBOs in leadership development, organizational management and advocacy towards the local government. FCA?s field presence is essential for increased impact and enhanced programme quality. It is in line with FCA?s strategy and supports FCA?s strategic goals related to programme development and quality, capacity building, advocacy, thematic/technical support, monitoring and diversification of the funding base. 4. The main objective and expected results: The objective is to improve effectiveness, quality and impact of FCA?s Nepal country programme through established field presence. The expected results are: - Established a functional working relationship and collaboration with UN agencies, I/NGOs, CBOs and government authorities at district and national level - New partnership and networking opportunities are created to broadening the funding opportunities - Effective coordination of work and cooperation with other aid organizations - Capacity of local partners are built for effective and efficient programme implementation - Strategic and operational planning for the country programme including programme and project PME and administrative support 5. Right-holders/ beneficiaries: Nepal Country Office staff and partners 6. Implementing partner: FCA Nepal Country Office

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

— · not reported

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

The Community Leadership on Education and Protection (CLEAP) project strengthens local child rights protection and education systems and school management, empowering parents and children to claim their right to education and protection in Sudurpaschim (Far West) province of Nepal. The project addresses problem like school dropouts and discrimination in communities, strengthening civil society engagement for promoting accountability and good governance in schools and local governments. Gender-, caste- and disability-based discrimination are still deeply rooted and widely accepted in Far West Nepal. Dalit communities and children with disabilities are discriminated against in private and public spheres. Vulnerable girls face multiple discriminatory practices including early marriages, high responsibility of household chores, son preference, domestic violence and being considered impure during menstruation. Considering learning from past projects and feedback from community, officials and government authorities, project aims at strengthening right to education and protection for vulnerable children with three major results: 1) Strengthened and functional child protection systems and education management 2) Children, parents, media, and civil society actors are actively engaged to promote right to education and protection for vulnerable children 3) Improved Right to Education through increased enrollment, reduced drop out, improved learning outcomes and inclusion The project reaches about 2 000 vulnerable children (girls, Dalits and children with disabilities) and parents, civil society actors and 125 public and elected officials at local and provincial levels. The direct beneficiaries are children, parents and teachers (72) of four wards in Nawadurga and Bhageshwor Rural Municipalities of Dadeldhura District. In addition, stakeholders include civil society activists as well as media (40+). The project is jointly implemented by child rights expert organizations Interpedia and Loo Niva Child Concern Group.

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

USD 491K

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Dadeldhura, Sudurpashchim

Administrative cost of MFA missions abroad for NEPAL. Costs generated from the Embassy of Finland

Organization

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Budget

USD 662K

Timeline

Jan 1, 2023 → Dec 31, 2023

Coverage

Nepal

Amélioration de l'accès aux services de santé et aux droits des populations vulnérables, à travers la promotion et la diffusion de programmes pilotes et d'expertises en Réduction des Risques, Droits et Santé Sexuels et Reproductifs et Santé Environnement.

Organization

AFD

Budget

USD 686K

Timeline

Nov 19, 2024 → Nov 19, 2024

Coverage

Nepal

Building Inclusive & Sustainable Growth Capacity

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Jun 30, 2018 → Mar 31, 2019

Coverage

Nepal

Setting up this project on PAMS for us to manage the internal Catalyst Fund.

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

May 1, 2025 → Mar 31, 2027

Coverage

Nepal

Due to unforeseen funding gaps in the Swiss Re Solidarity Envelope project, essential activities under programme implementation are at risk of delay. The requested grant will ensure continuity of critical operations and cover essential costs necessary to achieve project objectives.

Organization

Practical Action

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Timeline

Sep 30, 2025 → Apr 30, 2026

Coverage

Nepal

• Aligns with NNBC, NEA service-connection requirements, relevant Nepal Standards (NS), Indian Standards (IS), and IEC standards • Defines minimum technical and safety requirements for wiring systems • Establishes clear procedures for material specifications, installation practices, inspections, and compliance • Strengthens electrical safety, reduces hazards, and improves wiring quality within municipalities

Organization

Practical Action

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Timeline

Dec 5, 2025 → May 27, 2026

Coverage

Nepal

The project focuses on understanding and managing multi hazard risks in mountain regions through integrated risk assessment, MHEWS’s, and emergency preparedness planning. WP1 centers on hazard and risk assessment. WP2 is dedicated to the development of a comprehensive multihazard early warning system approach. WP3 focuses on emergency preparedness planning and is coordinated by University of Geneva (Swiss lead) and Practical Action Consulting, Nepal (local lead).

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Aug 30, 2025 → Jul 31, 2028

Coverage

Koshi, Nepal

Key Activities- Survey Adaptation and Contextualization, Household Selection Strategy and Selection of Households, Data Collection and Management.

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Oct 1, 2025 → Feb 23, 2026

Coverage

Nepal

PAC Nepal in coordination with local government units in Sindhupalchok, is implementing this project which combines scientific forecasting, citizen science, and participatory approaches to enhance resilience against hydro-meteorological hazards in Panchpokhari-Thangpal Rural Municipality.

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Jul 15, 2025 → Jun 30, 2026

Coverage

Sindhupalchok, Bagmati

The REAL project tackles climate-induced Loss and Damage (L&D), focusing on both economic and non-economic impacts. It uses evidence-based advocacy to reflect the lived realities of affected communities. Nepal, as an LDC, faces high climate vulnerability. By promoting inclusivity and grassroots engagement, the project amplifies local voices to shape global climate resilience policies.

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Practical Action

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Apr 10, 2025 → Jun 30, 2026

Coverage

Nepal

a) Technical Assistance to AEPC under MHDF, Last Mile Electrification and Productive Use of Energy b) Development of Model Policies and Governance Frameworks to Strengthen MHP Electricity Cooperatives

Organization

Practical Action

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— · not reported

Timeline

May 16, 2025 → Dec 30, 2025

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Nepal

a) Inception meeting and review b) Field Visit (Survey) c) Data Assessment d) Report writing e) Final Report Preparation

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Feb 13, 2025 → Apr 11, 2025

Coverage

Nepal

This project aims to take the existing GRIPS piloting project into a larger scale, use the knowledge and experience and disseminate the knowledge to concern stakeholders.

Organization

Practical Action

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Timeline

Mar 1, 2025 → Mar 31, 2028

Coverage

Nepal

Generate research tools and methodology to assess feasibility of Electric Cooking in Enterprises.

Organization

Practical Action

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Timeline

Oct 10, 2024 → Apr 15, 2025

Coverage

Nepal

Zurich Alliance partners, Mercy Corp (MC) have budget to pay for a Consultant to help with EWS Finance, Mirianna at pA is the EWS Thematic Lead. MCs finance and legal people advised it is not ideal for MC to hire the consultant directly, and then pA manage the relationship, deliverables etc. MC would assume the full risk if anything went wrong in the absence of a bilateral agreement with the alliance member. There will be a service contract between MC & pA.

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

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Timeline

Nov 27, 2024 → Mar 31, 2025

Coverage

Nepal

Heinrich Boell Foundation New Delhi, India along with Vasudha Foundation India partnered with Practical Action Consulting Nepal to host Energy Transition Platform South Asia meeting, where delegates from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Nepal explored pathways for transitioning to a fossil fuel-free South Asia by 2050. ETP network members will work towards developing strategy to promote ETP and energy transition in South Asia.

Organization

Practical Action

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Timeline

Sep 3, 2024 → Jan 7, 2025

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Nepal

The overall objective of this work is to provide a methodologically sound analysis of the impact of anticipatory action and disaster risk finance for loss and damage, in time for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Climate Change Conference (COP29) in November 2024. The report, its findings and recommendations will inform the plans of the Start Network in relation to COP29, including its organization messaging, advocacy campaign, and session planning.

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Practical Action

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Timeline

Aug 9, 2024 → Feb 6, 2025

Coverage

Nepal

Activities that will be delivered: a) Community engagement and training b) Data collection and management c) Model development and refinement: d) Early warning system and inundation mapping e) Impact assessment and sustainability

Organization

Practical Action

Budget

— · not reported

Timeline

May 31, 2024 → Oct 10, 2025

Coverage

Nepal