ACCOUNTABILITY LAB NEPAL
Accountability Lab Nepal marked its 10th anniversary recently by reflecting on the past decade and building on existing networks and efforts to strengthen democracy in the country. As Nepal held local and federal elections, ALN played a significant role in organizing and convening people. Youth engagement was a key part of this work – reflecting on the first five years of decentralization. We’ve made connections with a diverse group of leaders, inside and outside government, providing spaces for co-creation and collaborations in promoting accountability. In addition, our Integrity Innovation Lab is equipping young changemakers with knowledge, skills, and networks to push for greater climate justice
Our sector is reeling from the impacts of the United States Government’s aid freeze enacted on 24 January 2025. We are running a survey to gather evidence and document the impacts of the freeze on youth-led organizations in Nepal. If your organisation – or any that you know of – has been affected, help us build a clearer picture of the situation to drive collective action. The findings will be anonymised and foster solution-oriented dialogues, policy discussions and advocacy efforts for sustainability and resilience in the sector.
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Nepal’s Democratic Scenario | Defending Democracy EP #1
What is democracy? Is it about institutions, procedures, or the people? Is Nepal driven by its democratic values and constitutional norms? In this episode, Hari Sharma shares his insights into what Democracy means for Nepal through his experiences of analyzing the political situation in Nepal for over 3 decades. Defending Democracy is a 4-episode podcast series on strengthening Nepal’s democracy against foreign influences.
Intergenerational Gender Equality
How can we improve the fight toward gender equality by reducing the gaps between generations? How is defining gender roles from an early age shaping inequalities in our societies? We talk about Nepali cultures – wedding rituals, period rites, mandatory gender roles, paid vs household works, etc, and dissect how our society has continuously contributed to inequality. The amazing writer and feminist, Archana Thapa, shares her experiences and stories on how we can slowly change the narrative and find solutions to gender equality issues in Nepal.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
📢 Announcing our first webinar on legal considerations for mergers and partnerships!
Navigating mergers and strategic partnerships involves complex compliance requirements and governance considerations. Many organizations are unclear about some of the legal aspects, including…
🗣️ We're adding our voice to the dialogue with international decision-makers and CSOs from around the world at the OECD - OCDE Civil Society Days.
By listening and sharing, we hope to impact development policies and deepen the dialogue between governments, international…
🎧 “The development sector has changed irrevocably. What comes next?”
We’re excited to share this episode of The Youth Bloom podcast by @CSIS, featuring our Co-CEOs @blairglencorse and Cheri-Leigh Erasmus in conversation with host Catherine Nzuki.
In this 28-minute…
Over the past year, Accountability Lab’s global network has harnessed the power of local leadership and collective action to strengthen accountability across sectors, systems, and societies. From civic tech in Kosovo to creative advocacy in Zimbabwe, the Lab has continued to…
📢 The funding model that has shaped civil society for decades is under strain, and with it, the space for local leadership, collective action, and sustained impact.
In the latest episode of the AccountabiliTea Podcast, AL Co-CEO Cheri-Leigh Erasmus is joined by colleagues from…
What does democracy look like in your everyday life? We want to hear from you.
Accountability Lab is running a global survey to find out how people define and experience democracy beyond elections and institutions.
How do you see leadership, participation, fairness, and…