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Lalitpur, Nepal
Joined April 2022
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Join the FAO-UNDP SCALA programme at #COP31! Discover how scaling finance & Nature-based Solutions can transform agrifood systems & strengthen climate resilience. 📅11 Nov 2026 🕜15:00 GMT+3 | 17:45 NPT 📍UNDP Pavilion, Blue Zone Details: shorturl.at/aQ1Pd #FAONepal
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FAO Nepal convened a consultation workshop on the National Gender Profile of Agriculture & Rural Livelihoods, gathering stakeholders to advance gender equality in Nepal's #AgrifoodSystems. As we observe #IYWF2026, we’re turning discussions into action to support women farmers!
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From waste wood to green livelihoods! In Makwanpur, Nepal, women artisans are turning community forest offcuts into handicrafts—gaining enterprise access & leading forest governance with support from FAO's Forest and Farm Facility. #WomenEmpowerment #Nepal
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Mr Arun GC, Officer-in-Charge of the FAO in Nepal, met with Professor Mitsuo Yamamoto of the University of Tokyo to discuss opportunities for strengthening collaboration between FAO and academia, with a focus on knowledge exchange, research, innovation, and technical cooperation.
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FAO Nepal and the National Statistics Office Nepal came together to launch a joint statistical status paper on #YouthEngagement in Nepal’s Agrifood Systems! This will gather evidence-based insights to drive youth-inclusive policies, programs, & sustainable agricultural growth.
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Empowered women, stronger farms. In Nepal, the Sakriya Mahila Krishi Sahakari Sanstha cooperative supported by FAO's Forest & Farm Facility is helping 50+ households build climate-resilient irrigation, boost yields, and gain a voice in local decision-making. #FAONepal #FFF
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वन संरक्षणमा आदिवासी जनजातिको परम्परागत ज्ञान र सीप उपयोग गरिने।
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पूर्वी पहाडका पाँच जिल्लाका ३४ स्थानीय तहमा आदिवासी जनजातिलाई वन संरक्षण तालिम। phalelungnews.com/10584/?fbc…
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When women lead, forests and farms thrive FAO’s Pathways to Empowerment shows how producer organizations in 12 countries, including Nepal’s Sakriya, Piple-Pokhara, Rajakot and HIMAWANTI, are turning participation into real influence. 📖 doi.org/10.4060/ce2043en #FAONepal
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Ahead of #COP31, Nepal launched the Living Sagarmatha Mountain Resilience Strategy at the National Climate Summit 2026! Led by Government Of Nepal with FAO, UNEP & @UN_Nepal, it sets 35 strategic actions for mountain ecosystems, climate adaptation & local economies. #FAONepal
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Climate change in the Himalayas poses risks to food, water, & livelihoods. At the International Mountain Safety Symposium 2026, discussions focused on strengthening early warning systems, climate-resilient agrifood systems, & ecosystem restoration to protect mountain communities.
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Over 60% of child labor happens in agriculture. By combining geospatial tools like #DIGICHILD with government action, we can target support and protect rural communities where it's needed most. Full story 👇 shorturl.at/H9ndw
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Turning global learning into local action! Nepali entrepreneurs joined FAO Nepal & China Agricultural University for the 2026 Global South Initiative—exploring AI, drones, e-commerce, and rural tourism. Ready to innovate and drive sustainable rural growth! #FAONepal
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FAO Nepal warmly congratulates the Government of Nepal on this landmark achievement. The USD 20 million set aside by the Loss & Damage Fund for flood recovery represents an important step forward for climate justice and resilience. #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #Nepal #FAONepal
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Young voices from Bhutan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Nepal & Uzbekistan came together at #WorldFoodForum2026 to shape sustainable pastoralist futures. Nistha Dawadee represented @wffnepalchapter, joining a dialogue opened by FAO @FAOAsiaPacific ADG @a_dohong.
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Following recent floods, #FAONepal supported safe carcass management to protect public health and the environment. Working alongside @UN_Nepal & @SwissAmbNepal to build safer, more resilient communities. Safe recovery today. Resilience tomorrow.
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Nepal’s Minister Hon. Gita Chaudhary joined @FAO’s Manuel Barange at the "From Consultation to Action" panel to highlight youth engagement, investment, and governance in shaping the future of sustainable aquatic food systems. #FAONepal
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On #InternationalDayOfRuralWomen, FAO through #JPRWEE II organized financial & group management training for rural women in Laxmipur Patari, Siraha, Nepal. Empowering rural women with savings, credit & leadership skills drives gender-responsive agrifood systems! #FAONepal
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FAO Nepal & the Govt of Nepal celebrated #WorldFoodDay under "Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow." Guided by the #FourBetters, we highlighted science, innovation & partnership to transform agrifood systems while honoring inspiring women farmers! #FAONepal
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Reaffirming the strong Nepal–FAO partnership and their shared commitment to sustainable agrifood systems, Hon'ble Gita Chaudhary, Minister for Agriculture, Forests and Environment of Nepal, met with @FAODG QU Dongyu at @FAO headquarters in Rome, during the #WorldFoodForum2026.
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