Under the EU-funded GreenShift project, Youth Advocacy Group BAS Nepal organized the ‘Back to Nature’ initiative on March 21 in Kohalpur Municipality. The event aimed to raise awareness about plastic pollution, encourage responsible waste management, and hold local government officials accountable for addressing waste-related issues. Through interactive discussions, BAS Nepal engaged local communities in two …
The Beginning of Solidarity Forever’s Journey The “Solidarity Forever” group began their journey with a shared desire for change. They, like many others, faced the harsh realities of unemployment and the challenges that came with relying on unstable sources of income. When they joined the SET program, a partnership between Restless Development and Swiss Contact, …
Challenges Facing Young People in Ifakara In Ifakara, many young people face significant barriers to securing stable sources of income. The majority rely on seasonal farming activities such as paddy farming and fishing, which often fail to provide consistent earnings year-round. This financial instability makes it difficult for the youth to achieve long-term financial growth …
Representatives of Member States, UN entities, and ECOSOC-accredited non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society from all regions of the world will convene in New York for the Commission on the Status of Women and Beijing+30 from 10-21 March 2025. They must commit to funding young people, youth organisations, and movements championing gender equality. The main …
On March 3, 2025, Restless Development Nepal participated in a virtual learning exchange on intergenerational approaches to climate action. Sangita Maharjan, Programme Manager at Restless Development Nepal, represented the organization in discussions alongside experts and practitioners from various countries. The exchange highlighted key insights from intergenerational climate dialogues held in Nepal and Uganda, where young …
Meet the Young Changemaker Using Tech to Save Her Community Shostika Khatri, a passionate young leader from Doti in Sudurpaschim Province, Nepal, is proving that young people have the power to drive real change. While many see disasters as inevitable, she sees an opportunity to act. Armed with determination and a mobile app, she is …
As part of its commitment to empowering young leaders in environmental advocacy, the GreenShift Project successfully conducted a series of Capacity Building Training sessions for Youth Advocacy Groups (YAGs) across Janakpurdham Sub-Metropolitan City, Kohalpur Municipality, and Bharatpur Metropolitan City. These sessions equipped the selected youth groups with the knowledge, tools, and skills to drive impactful …
The GreenShift Project, funded by the European Union, successfully conducted two three-day Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions for focal teachers from selected Climate Smart Schools under GreenShift Year 2 in Janakpurdham Sub-Metropolitan City, Kohalpur Municipality, and Bharatpur Metropolitan City. The first session, held from January 26-28 in Kohalpur, was conducted for teachers from community schools …
Restless Development conducted its Annual Young Leaders survey with current volunteers and alumni who have volunteered with us and led our work within 2024. The young people who lead our work are our greatest asset. There are a wide range of ways in which young people volunteer their time and lead our work; from community-based …
Empowering Young Mothers to Build Sustainable Livelihoods In many communities, teenage pregnancy remains a significant barrier to economic independence and education for young women. Without financial stability or access to resources, many young mothers find themselves trapped in cycles of dependency and poverty. Limited educational opportunities, lack of financial support and societal stigma often make …