National Forum for Advocacy Nepal: NAFAN - Rastriya Jana Wakalat Manch Nepal

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‘The National Forum for Advocacy Nepal’ aims to create an improved quality of life of the marginalized and disadvantaged people through advocacy.

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The National Forum for Advocacy Nepal (NAFAN), founded in June 2004, is an NGO dedicated to improving socio-economic conditions, gender equality, and natural resource access for marginalized communities.

About NAFAN

National Forum for Advocacy, Nepal (NAFAN) is a common forum of right-based non-governmental organizations working to uplift the socio–economic condition, gender equality and access of underprivileged and marginalized community to environment, natural resource and biodiversity in Nepal.

It was formally established as a registered NGO in June 2004 with comprising the professionals of Human Rights, law, Environment and Development experts. It develops itself as an action oriented institution capable to influence, encourage, share political, economic, socio cultural and environmental policies and decisions of the state in the best interest of poor, marginalized groups and communities, and eco system through improved governance, gender equity and equality, decentralization and equitable sharing of benefits. NAFAN is actively engaged in supporting community resource management, enhancing capacity for advocacy skills, environmental justice and human rights.

Message from the Executive Director

Dear Friends, Partners and Supporters,

Since 2004, the National Forum for Advocacy Nepal has worked from a single conviction: lasting change begins in the community, with people who are equipped to claim their own rights and shape their own future.

That conviction shapes everything we do. Our work spans social inclusion, gender equality, environmental conservation and the equitable management of natural resources. Through advocacy, community programmes and capacity building, we work to see that every voice is heard, and that communities take an active part in the decisions that affect their lives.

The challenges in front of us are real. Social inequity, environmental degradation and the exclusion of vulnerable groups are larger than any one organisation can solve alone. So we work alongside local communities, government agencies and civil society partners to build communities that are informed, resilient and able to lead their own development.

Our vision has not changed: a Nepal that is just, inclusive and sustainable. We invite you to walk that road with us.

Executive Director
National Forum for Advocacy Nepal