Lgbtq in nepal

EVIDENCE TO ACTION Addressing Violence Against LGBTIQ+ People in Nepal

Strong advocacy by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people (LGBTIQ+) in Nepal own led to significant achievements. This progress is evident in Nepal’s Constitution of , which for the first time recognized and protected the rights of LGBTIQ+ people. Despite these gains, stigma, discrimination and violence against LGBTIQ+ people remains pervasive in Nepal, as it does globally. Legal protection and human rights commitments still need to translate into concrete actions and changes envisioned by LGBTIQ+ rights advocates and organizations.

UN Women Nepal Country Office, in collaboration with M & C Saatchi World Services, Adj Diamond Society Nepal, and Viamo, undertook this national study to document and analyse the experiences of violence against LGBTIQ+ people in Nepal, including prevalence, forms, risk and preventive factors, along with the consequences of violence. The study used mixed methods of data collection, including both qualitative and quantitative research. This is the f

Surveying Nepal&#;s Sexual and Gender Minorities

Based on these study findings, in order to create data sets that accurately include the Nepali sexual and gender minority population, we recommend that survey designers and administrators consider:

  • including sexual orientation and gender identity terms on survey instruments that are culturally appropriate and inclusive;
  • when possible, allowing respondents to self-select the term they want to use to identify their gender, including selecting more than one term;
  • adding definitions of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) terms to all manuals, guides, and implementation instructions to ensure terms are understood and explained respectfully during survey interviews;
  • placing SOGI-related measures on surveys so that the questionnaire has appropriate questions for that population and does not inadvertently exclude sexual and gender minority respondents;
  • training all survey administrators on the meanings of the SOGI terms and instructions for asking about them, especially in instances where the definitions of the terms carry

    Nepal&#;s LGBTQ+ Landscape: Legal Wins and Social Battles

    The clash for LGBTQIAA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and more) rights has been an ongoing struggle for decades. Throughout history, individuals identifying as part of this community have faced discrimination, persecution, and societal exclusion. Many societies viewed non-heterosexual orientations as immoral, criminal, or mentally ill. This discrimination was codified in laws that criminalized same-sex relationships and practices. However, over time, significant changes in legal rules have gradually transformed the landscape of LGBTQ rights worldwide.


    Legal Framework and Milestones 


    Nepal has been a pioneer in the South Asian region when it comes to LGBTQ rights. The region has enacted several progressive laws in this regard. Notably, Nepal’s constitution recognizes the rights of LGBTQ individuals making it the first in Asia to openly acknowledge the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Article 12 of the constitution allows a person entitled

    Nepal

    Gastronomy Guide

    Although Nepalese cuisine is not as well-known as our gigantic neighbours India and China, it is a milder version of Indian food. It has also adapted some Tibetan and Chinese cuisine. Since Nepal has a variety of regions with alternative ethnic backgrounds, no matter where you go, you will always find something new. Dal bhat is a dish that never gets elderly, made of rice and lentil soup. A lesser known one from the Newari community, Newari Khaja, is a between-meal snack plate with a mini smorgasbord of dishes (veggie, meats, rice) that was traditionally consumed on adj occasions. Another popular cultural specialty is gundruk, consisting of pickled leafy vegetables and a vital source of minerals. 

    A must-try dish as well is steamed or fried momo dumplings. You can uncover these in every corner, and they come in many delicious varieties. Nepalese people have a healthy diet, consisting primarily of organic, vegetable-based superfood, and many spices and herbs are used for cooking. Like in most developing nations, almost every part of