Renuka NaikCountry: IndiaAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Menstrual health, Young people Background:I am Renuka, an early career professional in the development sector with a degree in Law (BA.LLB (Hons.) from Gujarat National Law University, India). I worked at Crea as a Program Assistant under the Emerging Leaders Initiative and have a deep interest and experience in SRHR research […]
Poe Eindra ThantCountry: MyanmarAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Gender equality Background:A public health professional with a medical background who has experience working in sexual and reproductive health and rights in Myanmar. I provided family planning services and post abortion care to women and couples and involved in project management. I also have research experience working as a research
Nutan KoiralaCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Gender and sexuality, Advocacy Background:Nutan is a final-year student of Psychology and Social Work. She currently serves as a Program Assistant for Beyond the Binary—an educational campaign initiated by the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation in collaboration with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany. Nutan is deeply passionate about gender and sexuality
Mega MaskeyCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Climate and Environment Justice, Gender Justice, Strengthening democracy Background:Mega is a civil engineer by education and an intersectional environmentalist by passion. She co-runs a youth-led environment coalition called ‘Harin Nepal’ as the Network and Programme Coordinator. She is a member of Global Shapers Kathmandu Hub, where she executes projects under the area
Manisha ThapaCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: SRHR advocacy, Painting, Emceeing/moderation Background:Manisha is a feminist advocacy artist working in the arena of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Nepal. Her passion and work background lie in the intersections of health, gender, climate, and politics. Currently, she works with young people, the media, and the government in the advocacy
Kunjani Pariyar PyasiCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Gender based violence and law, Gender and Governance, Inclusion Background:Kunjani Pariyar Pyasi is a Human Rights Lawyer and the Province Coordinator of the Advocacy Forum, Nepal. She is a board member of the Association for Dalit Women Advancement of Nepal (ADWAN), where she champions the cause of Nepal’s Dalits and marginalized communities
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Binita PandeyCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Gender equality, Access to justice, Academia Background:I am a human rights lawyer from Nepal with an LL.M degree and eight years of work experience as a researcher, consultant, content developer, litigator, and teaching assistant. I have substantial knowledge of sustainable development goals concerning gender equality, economic development, and access to justice.
Bhawana MajhiCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Gender, Disability, Indigeneity Background:I am Bhawana Majhi, a young indigenous woman with a physical disability from the highly marginalized Majhi community in Nepal. I am dedicated to advocating for the rights of Indigenous Women and Girls with Disabilities in Nepal. Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Dibyabhumi Multiple
Arya KharelCountry: NepalAdvocacy areas: Development Communications, Women in Politics, Youth Leadership Background:Arya Kharel is a Program Officer for the Nepali Emerging Leaders Program, she designed educational materials and curriculum in collaboration with mentors for elected leaders aged 25-40 across Nepal, organized by Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice and Leadership Academy. She has focused on building essential
Phyu Nwe WinCountry: MyanmarAdvocacy areas: Youth and Adolescent Empowerment, Media, Advocacy Background:An SRHR activist deeply committed to advancing SRHR across diverse communities, through my involvement in several national and regional organizations. I’ve worked as a Magazine Editor for over 5 years at the GirlDetermined/Colorful Girls organization. After resigning to gain more experience in women’s empowerment, I worked
