The “The Power Within Symposium 2024” is born out of the recognition that feminism remains an essential and ongoing movement in our society. Over the years, feminism has made remarkable strides, challenging societal norms, advocating for gender equality, and empowering individuals to raise their voices against injustice. However, in this ever-evolving world, there are still […]
The concept of girls’ travel is a pilot activity, acknowledging its significance as a means of empowerment, education, and personal growth for adolescent girls. From 2 to 5 April 2024, adolescent girls from Dhading district traveled to Pokhara, a tourist town in Kaski district approximately 175 km from their hometown. A cohort of 19 adolescent […]
Announcement: The Power Within Symposium 2024 The “The Power Within Symposium 2024” is born out of the recognition that feminism remains an essential and ongoing movement in our society. Over the years, feminism has made remarkable strides, challenging societal norms, advocating for gender equality, and empowering individuals to raise their voices against injustice. However, in […]
Announcement: International Women’s Day 2024 #InspireInclusion Date: 06 March , 2024 Time: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Venue: Alice Conference, Bakhundole, Lalitpur Join us for International Women’s Day 2024, a global celebration of women’s achievements in social, economic, cultural, and political spheres. As advocates for women’s education, empowerment, and leadership, we believe in fostering […]
From their classrooms and homes to communities and boardrooms, the resilience of these girls echoes- Every time we engage with these remarkable girls, we are amazed by their courage, grit and leadership. This month was no exception as girls from the Girls Advisory Board traveled from their homes to the capital, Kathmandu to participate in […]
On October 11, 2023, we celebrated International Girls’ Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and honoring the power, potential, and promise of girls worldwide. This year, under the theme “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership; Our Well-being,” our celebration embarked on an inspiring journey towards empowerment. The event highlighted the significance of girl-led leadership and […]
Advancing Girl-Led Leadership Fellowship Position: Fellow – Advancing Girl-Led Leadership Department: Programs Start Date: July 2023 End Date: June 2024 Location: Kathmandu with frequent travels to project sites About Hamro Palo: Established in 2016, Hamro Palo has expanded its work in various districts of Nepal working in close partnership with government schools and communities. […]
For over a decade, we have been educating, empowering, and equipping adolescent girls, boys, and women on health and safety issues, primarily on sexual and reproductive health and rights including menstruation education through our core programs; Her Turn, His Chance Education and Empowerment Program and Sneh Program. Through these programs, we’ve been able to create […]
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an adolescent is defined as any person between the ages of 10 and 19, falling within the WHO’s definition of young people, which includes individuals between the ages of 10 and 24. In Nepal, adolescents make up nearly a quarter of the population, and nearly half of all […]
The month of February was about working with and for adolescents. After years of experience in the field of adolescents and education, Hamro Palo learned the reality that many of the issues that rural adolescents face have significant commonalities with those faced by urban adolescents. Urban adolescents and those from community schools are at greater […]
For over a decade, we have been championing & advocating for a gender-equal world and investing in young girls’ education and empowerment. While we celebrate women’s day every day, March 8 remains more special as we get to be a part of a global celebration of women’s achievement and a continuous fight for a world […]
Adolescent mothers, being among the most vulnerable group, are more likely to face several health risks and consequences. Teen mothers face many physical, psychological, social, and emotional challenges. “It was my husband’s decision to have children. He didn’t allow me to decide. When I conceived, my husband left for abroad. I struggled emotionally and psychologically. […]
“Getting involved in Her Turn Program has been an eye-opening experience for me. I consider myself a leader today. I can stand against injustices and biases happening around me. In the cases of experiencing sexual harassment in the school, family and community, I have been confident enough to take my own stand and raise my voice against it. I owe this to Hamro Palo and Her Turn Program”, shares Salina Shrestha, the graduate of Her Turn Program. This is one of the thousands of stories shared by the graduates of Her Turn and His Chance Education and Empowerment Program. These inspirational stories are what motivate us to continue making substantial differences in the community that we live in.
“Climb with Pancha” – an initiative by Hamro Palo is an opportunity for young girls to explore their interest and potential in outdoor sports led by Ms. Pancha Maya Tamang, a national sports climber. She has participated in numerous domestic competitions and won medals in many international competitions representing Nepal. “Climb with Pancha” emerged in […]
‘Digital Generation’. Our Generation’ Hamro Palo celebrates adolescent girls and their – power, courage, and leadership. While we celebrate girls’ leadership every day, we want to make the international girls day a special event. Every year on 11 October, the International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated throughout the world. Hamro Palo champions girl’s […]
In 2013, WASH United, a German non-profit initiated the Menstrual Hygiene Day celebration on 28 May to create a global advocacy platform for individuals and organizations to raise awareness about the negative social norms, break the stigma and engage decision-makers in global, national, and grass-root level. The day is being recognized globally and in 2020 […]
Hamro Palo was established with the vision to provide education and information to girls of rural Nepal where they can have an equal say in their family, school, and the community. We wanted to create an environment for girls to realize their potential and become the change-makers of Nepal. With this vision, Hamro Palo was […]
We believe in empowerment, education, and equality. The Her Turn Education and Empowerment program is a core program of Hamro Palo. The Her Turn Workshop teaches girls about health, hygiene, safety, confidence building, and leadership skills. Since 2013, Hamro Palo has had more than 6893 Her Turn Graduates from 6 districts of Nepal. In 2021, […]
The engine halted and the people inside the vehicle came to life as the ticking of the engine died. Everyone peaked outside the window, excited to begin the day. We got off the automobile and directly headed towards the dining area to fill our hungry bellies with a lovely breakfast prepared by the kitchen team […]
The online safety toolkit presents opportunities of online resources for learning, social connections, major threats, scenarios of adolescent stories, tools to stay safe and ways to report cases of abuse. Last year we went to rural schools and met with almost 60 adolescents to find out about how they are using internet and social media, […]
Hamro Palo (Our Turn in English) is a non-government organization established in early 2016. Before the registration, Hamro Palo had been running Her Turn workshops in schools in remote and rural villages of Gorkha and Sindhupalchok districts under fiscal sponsorship of like-minded organizations.
In 2016, we started the tradition to meet Girls Support Committees formed during the Her Turn workshops in schools. Together with the girls, other stakeholders – teachers, mentors, trainers, local government representatives were also involved in programs through the annual symposium and conferences. These annual gatherings provide an opportunity to share our work, find its […]
Her Turn Leadership Award – International Day of the Girl Hamro Palo celebrates adolescent girls and their – power, courage, and leadership. While we celebrate girls’ leadership every day, we want to make the international girls day a special event. Every year on 11 October, the International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated throughout […]
Her Turn is an education and empowerment workshop for rural girl students and girls who have dropped out of school, aged 12-16.
We have launched His Chance workshop after numerous requests from the girls we have worked with.
In 2018 we started work with married girls and adolescent mothers – a group that is hard to reach, marginalized, and at higher risk of violence and health complications from early pregnancy and childbirth.
Starting in 2014, we introduced our mentorship program. The mentors serve as a long lasting link and provide long-term support to the girls we work with,
We are providing education from different soucres for better learing of different problems and benifits available via the means.
Raising awareness of girls’ issues on national and international agendas is an important part of our work. If you would like to contact us about our writing, research, or other forms of collaboration, drop us a line. Check out our advocacy work below.
Abita, born in 2011, is currently a ninth-grade student at Shree Jana Jagriti Secondary School in Chautara Sangachowkgadhi Municipality of Sindhupalchowk district. Having participated in the Her Turn Workshop in 2022, she now serves as the president of the Girls Support Committee at her school. As a member of the Girls Advisory Board, Abita is dedicated to guiding adolescent girls towards building self-confidence and amplifying their voices. Her future aspiration is to become a teacher, and she finds joy in pursuing her hobby of drawing.
Born in 2007, Anika is a student at Shree Bal Byabasayee Kendra Secondary School. Engaging jin the School Mentorship Program in 2023, she is a sociable individual, passionate about connecting with people and making new friends. Anika is actively involved as the secretary of the School Red Cross Society and nurtures interests in drawing, traveling, and exploring new horizons. She envisions a future as an ophthalmologist, driven by her interest in the health sector.
Born in 2008, Anisha is a ninth-grade student at Shree Jana Jagriti Secondary School in Chautara Sangachwokgadhi Municipality, Sindhupalchowk. Having attended the Her Turn Workshop in 2022, she aspires to become a successful dancer. Currently a member of the Nepal Scout and the treasurer of the child club at her school, Anisha aims to lead and encourage adolescent girls, conveying the empowering message that they are capable of achieving anything.
Born in 2010, Anjina is an eighth-grade student at Shree Dugdeshwori Secondary School in Thumka, Panchkhal Municipality, Kavrepalanchowk district. Having attended the Her Turn Workshop in 2022, she is deeply passionate about dancing and dreams of becoming a doctor. Anjina seeks to share her knowledge with girls in her community, expressing her ideas through the Girls Advisory Board. Currently, she is an active member of the Nepal Scout at her school.
Born in 2009, Manita is an eighth-grade student at Shree Okhreni Secondary School in Gokarneshwor Municipality, Kathmandu. Passionate about writing, she dreams of joining the Nepal Army in the future. Manita aims to make life decisions according to her interests. Currently serving as the treasurer of her school's Eco Club, she aspires for the progress and leadership of adolescent girls.
Born in 2008, Jharana is a ninth-grade student at Shree Sukute Secondary School in Chautara Sangachowkgadhi Municipality, Sindhupalchowk district. Engaged in the Her Turn workshop in 2022, Jharana is passionate about singing and dancing and aspires to become a social worker. Leading the Nepal Scout and serving as a secretary at the child club of her school, Jharana is a confident and brave individual aiming to lead positive change in her community.
Born in 2010, Jeshika is an eighth-grade student at Shree Palanchowk Bhagwati Secondary School in Panchkhal Municipality, Kavrepalanchowk. Interested in learning new things, singing, and dancing, she aspires to become a social worker in the future. Actively participating as a member of the Nepal Scouts and the Girls Support Committee at her school, Jeshika aims to contribute to solving problems faced by adolescent girls.
Born in 2008, Gudiya is a student at Shree Nandi Secondary School. Engaging in the School Mentorship Program in 2023, she is known for her courage in taking a stand for herself and actively seeking new opportunities. Gudiya's hobbies include drawing, traveling, and exploring new activities, and she aspires to become a police officer with a keen interest in social work. Eager to contribute, she expresses her interest in becoming a member of the Girls Advisory Board.
Bhisnumaya, born in 2008, is a ninth-grade student at Shree Palanchwok Bhagwati Secondary School in Kavrepalanchowk district. Her participation in the 2022 Her Turn Workshop reflects her commitment to working on social issues and aspiring to become a social worker in the future. Bhisnumaya is currently a member of the Nepal Scout at her school, aiming to convey her opinions and visions for the challenges faced by adolescent girls through the Girls Advisory Board.
Born in 2009, Prabiti is a ninth-grade student at Shree Okhreni Secondary School in Sundarijal, Gokarneshwor Municipality, Kathmandu. With a love for drawing, she dreams of becoming a nurse in the future. Prabiti is confident and helpful to her friends, aspiring to see adolescent girls flourish with the support of Hamro Palo.
Born in 2013, Rashmi is a sixth-grade student at Shree Bhuwaneshwori Secondary School in Dharke, Dhunibesi Municipality, Dhading. Passionate about dancing, she envisions competing on international platforms someday. Attending the Her Turn Workshop in 2023, Rashmi is a confident and disciplined individual who values expressing her opinions and stands against suppression.
Born in 2008, Salina is a ninth-grade student at Shree Palanchwok Bhagwati Secondary School in Dadagau, Panchkhal Municipality, Kavrepalanchowk. A participant in the Her Turn workshop in 2022, Salina's curious personality and interest in traveling align with her goal of sharing knowledge and teaching life skills. Currently a member of the Nepal Scout at her school, Salina actively engages in community-building activities.
In grade 10 at Shree Bhimsen Secondary School, Sandhya, born in 2005, resides in Chautara Sangachwokgadhi Municipality in Sindhupalchowk district. A participant in the 2022 Her Turn workshop, Sandhya's passion lies in singing, and she aspires to realize her ambitions in the future. She is diligently working towards advocating for girls, empowering them by imparting various skills. Currently serving as the secretary of the child club at her school, Sandhya is a committed and hardworking individual.
Born in 2010, Sushmita is a seventh-grade student at Shree Mahadevsthan Secondary School in Dhunibeshi Municipality of Dhading district. Having attended the Her Turn workshop in 2023, she contributes as a member of the Girls Support Committee, working to assist adolescent girls in her community and aspires to become a singer.
Born in 2009, Yunika, a class 9 student at Shree Dugdeshwori Secondary School in Lamidanda, Panchkhal Municipality, Kavrepalanchowk, attended the Her Turn workshop in 2022. With a passion for singing and dancing, she aspires to become a lawyer in the future. Yunika, currently serving as the president of her school's child club, actively advocates for awareness programs in her school, showcasing her leadership qualities.
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