Muna B.K. is an active, energetic, and dedicated young social advocate from Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City, Dang. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management at Rapti Babai Multiple Campus, Dang, under Tribhuvan University. She has been actively engaged in various community-based initiatives focusing on dignified menstruation, child marriage reduction, and the rights, education, awareness, and empowerment of women, children, and marginalized communities. She has consistently contributed to social mobilization, awareness-raising campaigns, and participatory development processes by facilitating coordination between local communities and local government institutions. Her engagement has played an important role in strengthening community participation and promoting inclusive development practices at the local level. Currently, she is affiliated with WOREC Nepal and serves as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab in Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City. In this role, she advocates for the rights, opportunities, and meaningful participation of women, Dalits, children, and other marginalized groups in decision-making processes. She is also actively involved in promoting Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Governance (GRIG) by strengthening good governance, social accountability, and inclusive policy-making processes. She is deeply committed to social justice, equality, human rights, and inclusive development, with a strong determination to bring positive and sustainable change in her community.

Pushpa Verma is an active, dedicated, and socially committed young advocate from Kapilvastu Municipality–1, Gaudhi Chowk. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) under Tribhuvan University and is actively engaged in promoting social inclusion, leadership development, and the rights of persons with disabilities alongside her academic studies. She has successfully completed capacity-building and leadership coaching training under the USAID Civil Society and Media (CSM) program. In addition, she has received specialized training on the prevention of gender-based and sexual violence against persons with disabilities, further strengthening her expertise in gender equality and social justice. She is actively involved as a member of the Lumbini Disability Development Center, where she contributes to the empowerment, rights protection, and institutional strengthening of persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups. She has also gained experience as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab in Kapilvastu Municipality, working closely with the Women Development Section and various community groups to promote women’s, children’s, and adolescents’ rights, safe public service access, and inclusive development. She is committed to developing her career in effective communication, community leadership, advocacy, and social transformation. She aspires to contribute to building an inclusive, equitable, and empowered society through continuous dedication and service.

Nirmala Harijan is an active, committed, and socially responsible young advocate from Lumbini Sanskritik Municipality–9, Rupandehi. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management and is affiliated with the Rupandehi Disability Rehabilitation Center, through which she actively engages in community development and social empowerment initiatives. She is particularly dedicated to advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities, promoting dignified living, equal opportunities, and inclusive participation in all aspects of society. She has been actively involved in awareness-raising and advocacy initiatives aimed at reducing discrimination, accessibility barriers, and social exclusion faced by persons with disabilities. She consistently works to ensure that their voices are included in local planning and decision-making processes. Currently, she serves as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab, where she works to promote inclusive governance, social justice, and citizen participation in Lumbini Sanskritik Municipality. She is committed to strengthening gender-responsive and socially inclusive governance systems, particularly by ensuring the rights of marginalized groups, especially persons with disabilities. She remains dedicated to fostering inclusive development and building a more equitable society through leadership, social transformation, and continuous community engagement.

Rabita Timilsina Pariyar is an active, energetic, and dedicated young social advocate from Resunga Municipality–2, Gulmi. She has running her Bachelor’s level studies in Education and is affiliated with the Women Development Forum, Gulmi, through which she has been actively linking her academic knowledge with initiatives on gender equality, women’s empowerment, adolescent rights, and social justice. She is continuously engaged in identifying and addressing challenges related to gender discrimination, social exclusion, and educational barriers within her community. She has completed her SEE, +2 (Education stream), and Bachelor’s level studies. Currently, she is continuing further studies in the Faculty of Education. She has also gained valuable experience as a Gender and Governance Fellow under Governance Lab in Resunga Municipality, where she has contributed to women’s empowerment and inclusive development at the local level. Working closely with the Women Development Section and various women’s groups, she has actively contributed to promoting the rights of women, children, and adolescents, as well as ensuring access to safe and inclusive public services. She has been consistently involved in ensuring meaningful participation of women and children in local planning and development processes, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to address community issues, and advocating for social transformation. She aspires to become a capable social advocate and leader in the future, committed to bringing sustainable and inclusive change in her community.

Sima Gaderiya is an active, dedicated, and socially committed young social advocate from Shuddhodhan Rural Municipality–1, Chok, Rupandehi. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) under Tribhuvan University and continues to engage in social inclusion, leadership development, and the promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities alongside her academic journey. She has received specialized training on the prevention of gender-based and sexual violence against persons with disabilities, which has further strengthened her knowledge and skills in the areas of gender equality and social justice. She is actively involved as a member of the Lumbini Disability Development Center, where she contributes to the empowerment, rights protection, and institutional strengthening of persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups. She is also serving as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab in Shuddhodhan Rural Municipality, where she works to promote women’s empowerment and inclusive development at the local level. In collaboration with the Women Development Section and various women’s groups, she actively contributes to promoting the rights of women, children, and adolescents, ensuring access to safe public services, and supporting inclusive development initiatives. She is committed to building her career in effective communication, community leadership, advocacy, and social transformation, and aspires to contribute to creating an inclusive, equal, and empowered society.

Mamta Gandharva is an active, energetic, and dedicated young social advocate from Sandhikharka Municipality–9, Arghakhanchi. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Education and is affiliated with the Dalit Women Development Council, where she actively integrates her academic knowledge with initiatives focused on gender equality, women’s empowerment, adolescent rights, and social justice. She remains committed to identifying and addressing challenges related to gender discrimination, caste-based exclusion, and barriers to education within her community. Having completed her SEE and +2 education in the Faculty of Education, she is continuing her higher studies while actively engaging in community development efforts. Over the years, she has been involved in various campaigns and programs promoting the rights, education, awareness, and empowerment of women, children, and marginalized communities. Through social mobilization, awareness-raising initiatives, and community engagement activities, she has contributed to strengthening collaboration between local communities and government institutions and fostering participatory development processes. Currently, Mamta serves as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab in Sandhikharka Municipality. In this role, she contributes to advancing women’s empowerment, inclusive development, and Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Governance (GRIG) at the local level. Working closely with the Women Development Section and various women’s groups, she actively promotes the rights of women, children, and adolescent girls, advocates for safe and accessible public services, and supports meaningful citizen participation in local governance and development processes. She is particularly dedicated to ensuring the meaningful participation of women and children in local planning and decision-making processes, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to address community issues, and advocating for social transformation. Driven by a strong commitment to social justice, equality, and inclusive development, she aspires to become an effective social leader and change-maker, contributing to sustainable, inclusive, and equitable development within her community.

Arpana Sunar is an enthusiastic and dedicated young social advocate from Bijayanagar Rural Municipality, Kapilvastu. She completed her higher secondary education (Grade 12) from Nepal Adarsha Secondary School, Shivapur. In the past, she contributed to the education sector by working as a Reading Camp Facilitator under Save the Children, supporting children’s learning and educational development. Currently, she is affiliated with WRO Navajivan kapilvastu and serves as a Gender and Governance Fellow under the Governance Lab in Bijayanagar Rural Municipality, Kapilvastu. In this role, she actively advocates for issues related to women, children, and marginalized communities, while promoting Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Governance (GRIG) at the local level. Her primary motivation is to bring positive social change, promote social justice, and amplify the voices of marginalized and underserved communities. She is committed to contributing to social transformation through honest, hardworking, and responsible leadership.

Mayawati Kori is an active, energetic, and committed young social activist. She is currently pursuing a B.Ed. in her third year with a specialization in Population Education, and she has been linking her academic knowledge with community development and social empowerment initiatives. She is affiliated with WOREC Nepal and has been actively working in the areas of adolescent rights, child rights, education, and empowerment. From the past, she has been deeply engaged at the community level in programs related to reducing child marriage, expanding access to higher education for adolescent girls, raising awareness on sexual and reproductive health, and fostering adolescent leadership development. Alongside these efforts, she has consistently advocated against social and gender-based discrimination, inequality, and violence, raising her voice to ensure the rights of adolescent girls and women. Her primary objective is to create a positive impact in the community through awareness-raising, social transformation, and adolescent empowerment. With the goal of becoming a more capable, experienced, and effective social activist in the future, she remains continuously active in contributing to the creation of an inclusive and just society. At present, she is associated with the Governance Lab’s Gender and Governance Fellowship, working in Maharajganj Municipality, Kapilvastu, to promote inclusive governance, social justice, and citizen participation. She holds a strong commitment to ensuring the rights of marginalized communities, particularly persons with disabilities, while strengthening inclusive development and good governance. With the aim of contributing to leadership development, social transformation, and the building of an equitable society, she continues her active engagement.