May 11, 2026, Kanchanpur – Saathi continues to support gender-based violence (GBV)-affected individuals through economic empowerment initiatives under the GOAL Project, helping survivors rebuild their lives with dignity, confidence, and financial independence.
During the second quarter of the project, targeted livelihood support was provided to three GBV-affected beneficiaries from the project areas. Two beneficiaries received assistance for cow farming, while one beneficiary was supported with a tailoring machine to establish her own small enterprise. The initiative aims to strengthen economic resilience and create sustainable income opportunities for survivors of violence.
The support was provided based on recommendations from the GBV Monitoring Committee, in coordination with the respective Ward Offices and Deputy Mayors of the municipalities. The intervention reflects a collaborative effort between local governments, community structures, and Saathi to promote survivor-centered recovery and empowerment.
Speaking during the support handover event, Ms. Kalpana Kumari Joshi Pant, Deputy Mayor of Shuklaphanta Municipality, emphasized that economic empowerment initiatives for GBV-affected individuals not only improve financial conditions but also restore hope, strength, and dignity in the lives of survivors.
Similarly, Ms. Lila Pant, a member of the GBV Monitoring Group of Krishnapur Municipality, highlighted that such interventions pave the way toward independence and encourage women to stand against all forms of violence.
The seed money support provided through the GOAL Project represents more than financial assistance. It is a meaningful step toward rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and fostering self-reliance among GBV survivors. Through these initiatives, survivors are better equipped to regain confidence, achieve financial stability, and move forward with resilience and hope for a secure future.
The activities were implemented across both project areas under the GOAL Project with the support of AEIN – Aide à l’Enfance de l’Inde et du Népal, funded by the Luxembourg Ministry of Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs and the Luxembourg Ministry of Environment, Climate and Biodiversity.
