To mark Nepal’s 19th National Anti-Human Trafficking Day on September 5, 2025, we organized awareness events in Dolakha and Panchkhal—uniting students, women’s groups, and local leaders in a shared goal against human trafficking. It was a truly energetic and purpose-driven activity that echoes even after the event itself.
Dolakha
In Dolakha, 214 participants joined a vibrant community rally and cultural program at Shree Nilkantheswor Secondary School under the theme “Let the Three Tiers of Government Join Hands and Banish the Vicious Cycle of Human Trafficking.” The event brought together ward representatives from Wards 1 and 2, along with members of the Manedadha and Chhahreshwori Mothers’ Groups, students, and teachers.
The day began with a rally from Jana Upakar Saving and Cooperative, where participants carried banners and chanted slogans calling for unity and vigilance against trafficking. The march culminated at the school, where a formal session and cultural performances followed. Students delivered speeches highlighting the risks and social impact of trafficking, while members of the Mothers’ Groups reflected on our support in promoting community awareness and women’s empowerment.
Ward Chairperson Prakash Bahadur Khadka praised the initiative, noting that such local-level programs foster collective responsibility in protecting vulnerable groups. “These activities strengthen our communities by educating youth and empowering women to become key voices in prevention,” he said.
Panchkhal
Meanwhile, in Panchkhal Municipality, two events ran simultaneously under the Captivating Village Program, in collaboration with our friends from the municipality and local schools. At Shree Sarwamangala Secondary School, an interactive session featured a presentation by Inspector Prasant Tamang from the Panchkhal Police Department, who described human trafficking as “modern-day slavery” and outlined practical ways to report and escape trafficking situations.
The session drew participation from Mayor Mahesh Kharel, Deputy Mayor Surya Maya Danuwar, ward representatives, and members of the Santaneshwor Mothers’ Group. Deputy Mayor Danuwar closed the session with a call for each local government to replicate such awareness efforts, emphasizing that public education is vital to ending exploitation.
Simultaneously, in Ward 9, members of the Kalidevi Mothers’ Group led a rally from Pahare Basti to Palanchowk Bhagwati Secondary School, followed by a student debate on “The Role of Students in Combating Human Trafficking.” Eleven students from Grades 7 to 10 participated, with prizes awarded for the top four speeches. Ward Chairperson Ram Kaji Shrestha commended the students’ passion and our continued efforts in strengthening education and community resilience.
Across both districts, over 400 participants engaged in rallies, interactive sessions, and creative activities, all centered on the message of collective responsibility and prevention. These initiatives demonstrated how schools, women’s groups, and local authorities can always come together to educate communities and protect individuals from trafficking.
Through the Captivating Village Development Program, we continue to empower women, educate youth, and mobilize communities — ensuring that the fight against human trafficking remains a shared, ongoing mission across rural Nepal.
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