UNDP Nepal

UNDP Nepal Since 1963, UNDP has been working with the people and Government of Nepal to reduce poverty and build national capacity.

UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges. As they develop local capacity, they draw on the people of UNDP and our wide range of part

ners. UNDP has been supporting the Nepalese people in their struggle against poverty since it opened an in-country office in 1963. Much of this support has gone to building up the capacity of government agencies, civil society and community groups to fight poverty, and to bringing these groups and Nepal's donors together to design and implement successful poverty alleviation projects. UNDP in Nepal concentrates its efforts for greater impact in the most remote, poor, and/or conflict-affected areas of the mid- and far-western development regions and the Terai, where its rights-based interventions are targeted towards the disadvantaged and vulnerable groups. The UNDP programmes seek opportunities for joint programming with other United Nations organizations and engage in joint planning and monitoring of development activities in selected districts. Currently the overarching priority of our work in Nepal is to help the Government and its people build a lasting peace and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by:
• Strengthening governance institutions from community to national Government levels;
• Improving incomes and generating employment;
• Improving the policy environment and planning capabilities;
• Protecting Nepal's development gains from the ill-effects of natural disasters, climate change and HIV; and
• Empowering women and disadvantaged people and fostering policies for equity and equality.

🐝 Bees sustain ecosystems, strengthen food security, and support livelihoods for millions of people around the world.On ...
20/05/2026

🐝 Bees sustain ecosystems, strengthen food security, and support livelihoods for millions of people around the world.

On , UNDP Nepal recognizes the vital role of pollinators and the communities that protect them. Through a project supported by the Government of Japan, UNDP is supporting local communities in sustainable beekeeping initiatives that help enhance livelihoods, strengthen human security, and promote climate-resilient rural economies.

From creating income opportunities for women and youth to supporting biodiversity and sustainable agriculture, beekeeping is proving that small pollinators can create a big impact.

This year’s theme, “Bee together for people and the planet”, reminds us that protecting pollinators means protecting our shared future.

20/05/2026

From first-time voters to digital creators, Nepal’s 2026 House of Representatives elections showed the power of informed and inclusive democratic participation. 🗳️🇳🇵

Working alongside the Election Commission, Nepal, UNDP and UN Women Nepal, with support from the governments of the UK, Norway, and Australia, helped strengthen the electoral process through voter education, digital engagement, and information integrity initiatives.

From supplying heavy-duty printers for voter list preparation and strengthening strategic communications through the UNDP eMonitor+ social media monitoring tool, to launching a joint digital voter education campaign, the partnership helped deliver clear, credible and accessible electoral information to millions—especially young voters increasingly relying on digital platforms for civic information.

UNDP also mobilized online volunteers and supported the ECN’s engagement with Nepali social media influencers and digital creators to amplify messages promoting informed, peaceful and responsible participation.

“This time I voted for the new,” said Rewati Dhimal, reflecting the hopes of many young Nepalis who saw this election as an opportunity for change and renewed democratic engagement.

👉Learn more: https://go.undp.org/Elections2026

Justice that reaches every community helps build a fairer Nepal ⚖️🇳🇵True development relies on a legal system that works...
19/05/2026

Justice that reaches every community helps build a fairer Nepal ⚖️🇳🇵

True development relies on a legal system that works for everyone. In 2018, as Nepal transitioned toward federalism and decentralized governance, UNDP Nepal partnered with the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs and the Nepal Bar Association to launch the Access to Justice (A2J) initiative.

By building digital legal aid networks, expanding community legal awareness, and training thousands of judicial actors, we are helping anchor a more transparent, responsive, and equitable legal foundation for the country.

To learn more: https://www.undp.org/nepal/projects/A2J

UNDP Nepal: 60 Years of Impact. 🤝

18/05/2026

In 2025 alone, the United Nations Development Programme - UNDP-implemented Global Fund programme reached more than 412,000 people from key populations across Nepal, helping expand access to HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and psychosocial support.

Behind these numbers are stories like Ram Prasad Sada's (now Parichan).

For years, Ram Prasad Sada lived in fear of stigma and exclusion after being diagnosed with HIV. Today, she is not only continuing her own treatment journey but also helping others access care and support without shame or fear. People are now finding something just as important as medicine: dignity, trust, solidarity, and hope.

Commemorating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia ( ), we reaffirm the importance of inclusive, representative, and accountable societies that uphold the equality, dignity, protection, and full participation of LGBTIQ+ people in all areas of life. At a time when discrimination and violence continue to threaten rights and civic space globally, standing in solidarity with communities and human rights defenders remains essential to advancing inclusion and justice for all.

Learn more: https://go.undp.org/HIV-Nepal

Mental health support is essential to an effective HIV response. Through the UNDP-implemented Global Fund programme, the...
18/05/2026

Mental health support is essential to an effective HIV response.

Through the UNDP-implemented Global Fund programme, the National Association of PLHIV in Nepal (NAP+N) and Recovering Nepal conducted a 3-day mental health training for ART counselors from 25 districts across all 7 provinces.

The training strengthened counselors’ capacity to deliver integrated, rights-based, and person-centered care—linking mental health support, HIV services, GBV/IPV response, psychosocial counseling, and referral mechanisms for people living with HIV (PLHIV), female s*x workers, and vulnerable communities.

Similarly, participants enhanced their skills in identifying mental health risks, providing counseling, and connecting individuals with critical support services including psychosocial care, legal aid, rehabilitation, and emergency assistance.

By investing in frontline service providers, this initiative is helping ensure that HIV care in Nepal goes beyond treatment—centering dignity, trust, wellbeing, and long-term support.

Commemorating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, we emphasize that stronger systems are built on respect for diversity and the equal rights of all individuals, including LGBTIQ+ people. Ensuring dignity and participation for everyone is fundamental to advancing justice and safeguarding human rights in every society.

On the occasion of Norway’s National Day, UNDP celebrates Norway’s continued partnership and longstanding commitment to ...
17/05/2026

On the occasion of Norway’s National Day, UNDP celebrates Norway’s continued partnership and longstanding commitment to Nepal’s development journey and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. 🇳🇴🤝🇫🇮🤝🇺🇳

Through the Renewable Energy for Resilient Agri-Food Systems project in partnership with WFP Nepal, UNDP is proud to support Norway’s development priorities in Nepal. Together, we are expanding access to reliable and clean energy in remote communities, while integrating renewable energy into agriculture to strengthen resilient agri-food systems, improve food and nutrition security, and reinforce local environmental governance.

This valued collaboration continues to create opportunities for farmers, women and youth, strengthen livelihoods, support local economies, and contribute towards building a more climate-resilient and food-secure .

Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kathmandu | Dagny Mjøs | Embassy of Finland in Kathmandu | United Nations Development Programme - UNDP

“No one should suffer in silence.”For 15 years, Ram Prasad Sada (now Parichan) lived with fear, stigma, and isolation af...
16/05/2026

“No one should suffer in silence.”

For 15 years, Ram Prasad Sada (now Parichan) lived with fear, stigma, and isolation after being diagnosed with HIV. Today, she is helping others access care, treatment, and hope.

Ram Prasad was connected to an ART Centre supported by the National Centre for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), where she began antiretroviral therapy (ART) and continues to receive regular follow-up care and psychosocial support.

Through the United Nations Development Programme - UNDP-implemented The Global Fund programme, local partners including Blue Diamond Society and Sunaulo bihani samaj janakpur are helping bring HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and peer support closer to communities—ensuring people are met with dignity, trust, and respect at every step of care.

Now a community advocate herself, Ram Prasad is encouraging others to seek care without fear and reminding them that they are not alone.

15/05/2026

In the 5th episode of our Podcast series, we’re diving into the engine room of progress: Financing Nepal’s Development.

For decades, we’ve fueled growth through partnerships and innovation, but as the world shifts, so must our strategy. What have the last 60 years taught us about the true cost of progress? And more importantly, what needs to change now to unlock real economic opportunities for every Nepali?

With the budget for the current fiscal year set to be announced soon, our guests also reflect on Nepal’s fiscal priorities, examining how public finance can be better aligned with long-term development goals, private sector growth, and inclusive economic transformation.

We’re joined by 4 heavyweights from the worlds of Finance, Banking, and Development to break down the roadmap for a more prosperous tomorrow.

From rethinking investments to scaling local impact, it’s time to talk about the future of our economy.

Stay tuned for the 5th podcast, coming soon. In the meantime, catch up on our previous four episodes exploring biodiversity, climate action, the history of UNDP in Nepal, tourism, and more, available on the UNDP Nepal YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTqQXcDEapg_vL7YAAF5Ozn-aKdcLXjlj&si=L8kyRyRFVSJxX-kl

UNDP’s Renewable Energy for Resilient Agri-Food Systems ( ) project, supported by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kathman...
15/05/2026

UNDP’s Renewable Energy for Resilient Agri-Food Systems ( ) project, supported by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kathmandu and Embassy of Finland in Kathmandu organized ‘A Joint Provincial Level Stakeholders’ Planning Meeting’ with key government officials from the agriculture and irrigation sectors of Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.

The meeting brought together representatives from five ministries and ten local governments to strengthen coordination and identify opportunities for functional collaboration in agricultural production, productivity enhancement, and market support among MoALD, MoLMAC, local governments, and RERAS activities.

This served as a platform for participating agencies to present their tentative budget and plan for the next fiscal year aimed at improving agricultural production, productivity, and market linkages. Representatives also identified overlapping and complementary activities, discussed collaborative approaches to implementation, and explored ways to avoid duplication while maximizing synergy and impact.

Discussions further focused on strategies for sustainability, scalability, and effective communication to ensure long-term impact and stronger inter-governmental coordination in building resilient agri-food systems in West Nepal.

The 2015 earthquake changed forever, but it also sparked a movement of community-led resilience. Through an owner-driv...
14/05/2026

The 2015 earthquake changed forever, but it also sparked a movement of community-led resilience. Through an owner-driven approach, over 600,000 homes were rebuilt, not just as houses, but as earthquake-resilient sanctuaries.

By training a local workforce and partnering with the National Reconstruction Authority we turned a moment of crisis into a lasting blueprint for safer, more resilient living.

UNDP Nepal: 60 Years of Impact. 🤝

Communities are at the heart of Nepal’s HIV response.Through the UNDP-implemented Global Fund programme, in collaboratio...
13/05/2026

Communities are at the heart of Nepal’s HIV response.

Through the UNDP-implemented Global Fund programme, in collaboration with the National Association of PLHIV in Nepal (NAP+N) and with technical support from UNAIDS, a 3-day Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) training was conducted to strengthen community systems and tools.

By equipping CLM leaders and District Focal Persons with skills in ethical, confidential, and high-quality data collection — including user feedback mechanisms, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews — the initiative ensures that service users’ voices directly inform improvements in HIV service delivery.

Stronger data. Stronger advocacy. Stronger health systems.

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