Interactive Dialogue Highlights Need for Independent Monitoring Mechanism for Children’s Rights in Nepal

Kathmandu, July 23, 2025 — An interactive dialogue session focused on establishing a high-level independent monitoring mechanism for children’s rights in Nepal was held in Kathmandu on July 23. The event, organized by the Children as Zones of Peace National Campaign (CZOP), brought together prominent child rights advocates, civil society leaders, and human rights officials.

During the session, Dipesh Ghimire, a presenter at the event, emphasized the pressing need for an independent mechanism to monitor and protect children’s rights in Nepal. Ghimire highlighted findings from national studies, referenced best practices from other countries, and contextualized the need for such a mechanism based on Nepal’s unique socio-political landscape.
The dialogue saw participation from key figures, including former National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Commissioner Gauri Pradhan and NHRC Deputy Secretary Nabaraj Dhakal, along with former presidents and current members of CZOP. Civil society leaders and individuals actively engaged in the promotion and protection of children’s rights also shared their perspectives and support for the initiative.
Addressing the gathering, CZOP Chairperson Meena Sharma stated that the demand for a high-level independent monitoring mechanism has been raised repeatedly in the past. She stressed the importance of collective advocacy, urging all stakeholders to unite in advancing this crucial agenda for safeguarding children’s rights in Nepal.

The event concluded with a call for collaborative action among civil society, government bodies, and international partners to ensure the establishment of an effective and independent monitoring mechanism tailored to the needs of Nepal’s children.