'The world is facing a child rights crisis' Children and young people are among the most vulnerable to climate change and environmental degradation although they are the least responsible for them. Nepal 1 h ago
BaYu Sambaad: Centering Children and Youth in Nepal's Climate Agenda – Government of Nepal, United Nations in Nepal More than 100 children and young people from across Nepal convened in Kathmandu today for the Balbalika tatha Yuwa (BaYu) Sambaad, a children and youth-led national dialogue on climate action ahead of the international Sagarmatha Sambaad. Environment 20 h ago
Revolution and child rights: Gravely ignored issue On March 28, a large number of students were preparing for the seventh day of their Secondary Education Examination (SEE), also known as the ‘iron gate’. Opinion 15 Apr, 2025
An unbroken spirit: From shadows to speaking at European Parliament Prekshya has become a beacon of hope and resilience at just 17 years old. Environment 08 Mar, 2025
Child marriage in Nepal: Challenges and opportunities Child marriage remains a critical social issue in Nepal, deeply rooted in cultural traditions and exacerbated by economic hardships and systemic barriers. Despite its prohibition under the Civil Code of 1963, the practice continues, particularly among marginalised groups. Opinion 31 Jan, 2025
The Youth Climate Justice project: How the "post-paternalistic" approach is being used Considering the challenges humanity is facing and looking objectively at difficulties in finding appropriate solutions to address them, activism and civic engagement should be considered the springboard to promote long lasting and sustainable changes. Opinion 09 Jan, 2025
Listening to children: To shape Nepal's SDG journey As world leaders gather in New York for the UN Summit for the Future to discuss progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), review major achievements and suggest course corrections, there is one perspective that must be considered if we are to truly achieve the SDGs and ensure that no one is left behind – listening to and engaging with children. Opinion 23 Sep, 2024
PM Oli pledges to end street dependency of children by 2081 Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has vowed to end the street dependency of children by 2081 BS. Kathmandu 14 Sep, 2024
35 industries taken action for child labour A total of 35 industrial institutions and employers combined were taken action against the use of child labour in the last fiscal year, 2080/81BS. Nepal 03 Sep, 2024
Ukraine first lady wants country's kids to see themselves as 'generation of winners' not war victims Ukraine’s first lady wants her country’s children to view themselves not as a generation enduring a grinding war but rather as “a generation of winners.” Lifestyle 28 Aug, 2024
Government committed to protecting children's rights Minister for Education, Science and Technology Bidya Bhattarai has said that the government is committed to the overall development and protection of children's rights. Nepal 25 Aug, 2024
80 countries at Swiss conference agree Ukraine's territorial integrity must be basis of any peace In Kyiv, at a regular demonstration by relatives of soldiers captured by Russia, the response to the Swiss gathering was muted. World 17 Jun, 2024
