Captivating Nepal

Nepal faces significant challenges that contribute to the prevalence of human trafficking and the need for extensive support to improve the lives of its people.

Here are some key reasons why Nepal needs our help:

High Rates of Human Trafficking

According to the Trafficking in Persons Report (2018) from Nepal’s Human Rights Commission, around 35,000 people are trafficked from Nepal annually, including approximately 15,000 women and 5,000 girls.
Human trafficking remains a severe issue due to the country's poverty, weak law enforcement, and porous borders.

Poverty

An Asian Development Bank study (2024) found that 20.3% of Nepal's population lived below the poverty line in 2022, making them vulnerable to traffickers exploiting their financial desperation. The National Statistics Office's 2022-23 survey highlighted the contrast in urban and rural development: urban poverty rose to 18.34% from 15.46% in 2010-11, while rural poverty decreased from 27.43% to 24.66%.

Education Barriers

UNICEF (2023) revealed steep declines in education completion rates: 73% finish lower secondary, but only 27% complete upper secondary. In rural areas, just 14% complete upper secondary, compared to 33% in urban areas. Financial constraints, the need to work, and societal norms prioritizing boys' education prevent many, especially girls, from finishing school.

Geographical Challenges

The remoteness and isolation of many communities, particularly in the mountainous regions, make it challenging to provide consistent education, healthcare, and economic support. This isolation also complicates efforts to monitor and prevent trafficking activities .

Our solution:

Anti-Human Trafficking Monitoring Stations

Combating human trafficking is an ever-changing mixture of prevention, interception, and rescue efforts. However, central to the strategy of stopping human trafficking is the operation of monitoring stations.

Captivating Village Development Program

Our holistic approach, including education, livelihood, and health initiatives, directly targets the root causes of human trafficking in hard-to-reach villages in Nepal.

Women’s Safe Haven and Vocational Center

Providing a safe space for women to heal from domestic abuse, trafficking, and other forms of violence. Our station in Pokhara provides a safe accommodation for them to process their trauma and go out in the world stronger.

Captivating Emergency Relief

Every year, natural disasters hit impoverished areas, leaving families struggling. Captivating International responds quickly, ensuring 100% of your donation provides immediate relief to those in need.

My Business-My Freedom Microfinance Program

Empowering Nepali women through microloans. Support mothers in addressing their extreme poverty by helping them build and manage their businesses with our microfinance program and continuous guidance.