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Monthly dialogue program on Sharing of EpiNurse Project Activities
  2019-07-01

EpiNurse Project, Nursing Association of Nepal, in collaboration with DPNet organized a monthly dialogue program at CEC hall, Nepal Red Cross Society, Kalimati, Kathmandu on 20th June, 2019. The major purpose of the program was to present EpiNurse project, share its activities and experiences and obtain recommendations for improvement of the EpiNurse project.

Monthly Dialogue-Learning Sharing Session Highlights Legal Provisions for Persons with Disabilities in DRR&M
  2018-12-26

Kathmandu, Nepal - On December 26th, 2018, a half-day program titled "Learning Sharing: Major Legal Provisions of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRR&M) for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nepal" was organized. The objective of the event was to raise awareness among member organizations of DPNet-Nepal regarding the significant legal instruments related to DRR&M, specifically focusing on PWDs. The program brought together 29 participants, including 6 females, 22 representing business, communication, and technology (BCT) sectors, and 7 from the Janajati community. These participants were focal persons from various I/NGOs engaged in addressing disability-related issues.

Discussion Program on Risk Sensitive Land Use Planning Held in Nepal
  2019-06-06

This is update. The discussion program on Risk Sensitive Land Use Planning was organized on 30th May 2019. The program was chaired by Mr. Surya Bahadur Thapa, Chairperson of DPNet-Nepal whereas, Honorable Minister, Padma Kumari Aryal, MoLCPA was the chief guest of the program.

GPDRR in Geneva: Day 5 Emphasizes Inclusive Build Back Better Approach
  2019-05-17

Geneva, Switzerland - As the sixth session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) entered its fifth day on May 17th, 2019, the focus shifted towards promoting an inclusive approach to building back better after disasters. A significant side event titled "Securing an Inclusive Build Back Better Dividend" took place during the GPDRR 2019, aimed at presenting evidence of the benefits that can be achieved through inclusive build-back better policies, initiatives, or programs.

GPDRR in Geneva: Day 4 Unveils Official Statements and Position Paper
  2019-05-17

Geneva, Switzerland - Day 4 of the sixth session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) continued to witness significant developments as Nepal took center stage to deliver its official statement and release the position paper. The event, which took place on May 16th, 2019, served as a platform for Nepal to highlight its commitment to disaster risk reduction and share key priorities and achievements in this field.

GPDRR Unfolds in Geneva: Day 3 Highlights
  2019-05-16

Geneva, Switzerland - Day 3 of the sixth session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) witnessed significant developments as delegates and participants engaged in a series of meetings and events aimed at advancing disaster risk reduction efforts. Held on May 15th, 2019, the event continued to attract key figures from various sectors and fostered an environment conducive to knowledge exchange and collaboration.