LALITPUR, MARCH 8
More than 100 men took to the streets of Lalitpur on Saturday, demonstrating their commitment to ending violence against women and girls. The march, organized to mark International Women's Day, was a powerful statement of male solidarity in the fight for gender equality.
Over 40 youth organizations united to host the event, titled "Men's March: Men Against Violence Against Women and Girls." The rally commenced from Jawalakhel, moving through Pulchok, Gabahal, and Mangalbazaar before culminating in a large gathering at Patan Durbar Square.
A significant number of women also showed their support by joining the concluding assembly, amplifying the message of collective responsibility in addressing gender-based violence.
Addressing the assembly, Surendra Basnet, Executive Vice President of the National Youth Council, emphasized that true awareness and empowerment come from rejecting discrimination and ensuring dignity and equality for women.
Bam Bahadur Baniya, Vice President of the National Child Rights Council, underscored the importance of instilling gender equality in children from an early age through school education.
Dharma Raj Rimal, President of Yuwalaya, the coordinating organization, highlighted that Yuwalaya has been leading such initiatives for the past decade to express men's solidarity with women on International Women's Day.
The event served as a strong reminder that the fight against gender-based violence requires collective action, with men playing a crucial role in fostering a society free from discrimination and violence.