December 17, 2024, Jhalari, Kanchanpur – A consultative meeting aimed at fostering critical engagement and collaboration on the prevention and response to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) was successfully held today, December 17, 2024, in Jhalari, Shuklaphanta Municipality.
The event brought together 37 participants, including the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, ward chairs, and ward members from both the municipality and surrounding areas, along with representatives from Nepal Police and the One Stop Crisis Management Center (OCMC).
The meeting served as a vital platform for dialogue, coordination, and planning among local leaders and security representatives. Discussions focused on enhancing SGBV response mechanisms, identifying community priorities, and strengthening partnerships to ensure the safety and well-being of all community members.
The meeting is part of the Generating Ownership Awareness & Liberation (GOAL) program, implemented in collaboration with AEIN (Aide à l’Enfance de l’Inde et du Népal). This program underscores the importance of proactive engagement, raising awareness, and building community resilience to combat SGBV effectively.
Participants emphasized the importance of collaborative strategies and partnerships to address SGBV, with the shared goal of creating a safer, more inclusive, and supportive environment for all.
