What we do

Year: 2025

Financial Support: Plan International Nepal

Collaboration:  Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD)/Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) and local organizations. 

Under its capacity-building initiatives in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), SISo Nepal, with support from Plan International Nepal, is conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE); Training of Trainers on SRHR on peer education and training media professionals to enhance their understanding of SRHR, with the goal of reducing myths, misconceptions, and misinformation in public reporting. This program aims to develop a pool of certified trainers who will play a key role in strengthening capacity of teachers to enhance the delivery of CSE, and conducting peer education sessions for adolescents, empowering them with accurate knowledge and skills related to SRHR education and advocacy.

Key Output of the Program:

1. Training of Trainers on CSE
2. Training of Trainers on Peer Education on SRHR

• Training Media People on SRHR

Year: 2025

Financial Support: Plan International Nepal/UNFPA

Collaboration: Bhume Rural Municipality and Education Development and Coordination Unit, Rukum East.

SISo Nepal is providing technical support for the development of contextualized and age-appropriate Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) textbooks as part of the local curriculum, with financial support from Plan International Nepal.

Aligned with the ITGSE 2018 guidelines, this initiative is designed to meet the specific learning needs of students in grades 4 to 8. The textbooks aim to equip adolescents with essential knowledge, skills, and values, fostering their overall health, well-being, and informed decision-making.

Through this effort, SISo Nepal promotes a rights-based, inclusive, and culturally relevant approach to sexuality education, ensuring young learners receive accurate, age-appropriate information to support their development in a safe and informed manner. 

Key Output of the Program:

1. Textbooks on CSE for grade 4 to 8

Year: 2024

Financial Support: NHTC/MoHP

Collaboration: National Health Training Center (NHTC), Family Welfare Division (FWD), and National Health Education, Information, and Communication Center (NHEICC) of Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).

SISo Nepal provided technical support to the National Health Training Center (NHTC) in revising the Training Package on Adolescent-Friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Services. This initiative was undertaken in close coordination and collaboration with NHTC, FWD, and NHEICC with the objective of strengthening the capacity of health institutions and service providers. The revised training package aims to enhance the quality of trainings for the accessibility of comprehensive ASRH services, ensuring improved adolescent-friendly healthcare across Nepal.

Key Output of the Program:

1. Revised Training Facilitators Guide
2. Revised ASRH Reference Manual

• Revised ASRH training participants Handbook

Year: 2024-25.

Financial Support: Plan International Nepal (Country Program 2023-2028)

Collaboration: National Health Education, Information, and Communication Center (NHEICC) and Family Welfare Division (FWD) of Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP)

As a strategic partner of Plan International Nepal (Country Program 2023-2028), SISo Nepal is providing technical support for the contextualization of the Champion of Change Program. SISo Nepal has been actively engaged in contextualizing the program to the local context, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness in promoting gender equality, youth empowerment, and social transformation across Nepal. This initiative focuses on social behavior change and the capacity building of master trainers and local facilitators to effectively implement the program at the community level.

Goal and Objective:

Impact: A youth-led social movement that challenges social norms and gains society-wide support for gender equality and girls right.

Key Approach (Method)

1. Building Technical Capacity and Providing Technical Support for CoC implementation to Plan International Nepal and its implementing partners:
   • Conduct Rapid need assessment.
   • Draft contextualized modules for Boys and Girls (separate) on gender, sexual and reproductive health, DRR-CC and WASH.
   • Review of the modules by NHEICC and FWD-ASRH Sub-Committee
   • Organize finalization workshop.
   • Pre-test of the modules and finalize incorporating feedbacks.
   • Organize and conduct ToT
   • Finalize the contextualized modules (total 15 modules and 2 facilitators guide)

Key Output of the Program:

• All 17 modules are contextualized and developed in Nepali language
• Facilitators are trained and competent to deliver CoC curricula training to girls and boys and form groups

Key Outcomes of the Program:

• CoC and boys adopt knowledge attitude and practices consistent with gender equality and girls
• CoC girls and boys further develop and use their skills and confidence to take collective action to influence gender equality and girls’ rights.

Year: 2023

Financial Support: AusAid/UNFPA

Collaboration: SISo Nepal, Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD)/Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) and provincial and local governments in Lumbini and Sudur Pashchim province of Nepal.

As an implementing partner of UNFPA under the Country Program Action Plan (2023-2027), SISo Nepal provided technical support in strengthening the capacity of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST), the Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD), and provincial and local governments in Lumbini and Sudur Pashchim provinces.

With technical and financial support from AusAid/UNFPA (2023), SISo Nepal facilitated capacity-building initiatives aimed at the effective implementation of Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) to prevent gender-based violence and empower young people with knowledge and skills for a healthier and more equitable society. This includes:

• Supporting provincial and local governments in integrating CSE into the curriculum.
• Conducting advocacy orientations dialogue and interactive sessions with government officials, School Management Committees (SMC), Parent-Teacher Associations (PTA), and other key stakeholders.
• Providing review and refresher training for teachers.
• Training peer educators (CSE Champions) to enhance student engagement. 

Key Intervention Area:

1. Adolescents have increased access to information on sexuality topics
2. Increase PEER educators’ leadership and adolescents’ participation in actions for change at school and in the community

• Head teachers and teachers have increased knowledge and skills and appropriate attitudes to deliver CSE effectively

1. Elected and government officials, stakeholder organizations, academics, community leaders, media and other influencers are supportive of CSE

Key Outcome of the Program:

1. Young people have increased Comprehensive Sexuality Education-related knowledge and skills, and desirable norms and values of gender and gender-based violence
2. Young people increasingly advocate for change and achieve results to CSE and sexuality
3. Supportive policy environment enables schools to implement CSE effectively

Year: 2022

Financial Support: AusAid/UNFPA

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD)/Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) and provincial and local governments in Lumbini and Sudur Pashchim province of Nepal.

As an implementing partner of UNFPA under the Country Program Action Plan (2018-2022), SISo Nepal has been actively engaged in strengthening Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) as a key strategy to prevent gender-based violence in schools. With financial support from AusAid/UNFPA (2022), SISo Nepal has provided technical support and capacity-building assistance to the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST), the Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD), and provincial and local governments in Lumbini and Sudurpaschim provinces.

Key initiatives include:

• Building the capacity of provincial and local governments to effectively implement CSE.
• Integration of CSE into school curricula to promote gender equality and informed decision-making.
• Scaling up mentoring and coaching for teachers to enhance their ability to deliver CSE effectively.
• Revising the CSE trainers’ guide to align with evolving educational needs and best practices.
• Developing a training participants’ handbook to support educators and stakeholders in delivering impactful CSE sessions.

Key Intervention Area:

1. Building Technical Capacity and Providing Technical Support for CSE to Federal Teacher Training Center, CEHRD and Provincial Educational Training Centers.
2. Roll-out CSE Mentoring and Coaching Guideline to scale-up the mentoring and coaching support to CSE trained teachers in priority palikas in Baitadi, Bajhang, Achham, Rukum East and Kapilbastu districts.
3. Provide technical support to local government (Rukum-East) to implement CSE local curriculum.
4. Revise the CSE training package finalization and endorsement meeting.

Key Outcome of the Program:

Young people have skills, knowledge to make informed decisions for health and well-being and to participate in decision-making.

Year: 2022

Financial Support: Nepal CRS Company/USAID/ MOMENTUM Project

Collaboration: NHTC and FWD of MoHP

Through its technical expertise, SISo Nepal has contributed to develop a comprehensive orientation package designed to:

• Equip private sector providers with knowledge and skills to address adolescent sexual and reproductive health needs effectively.
• Foster sensitive and adolescent-friendly service delivery to ensure adolescents have access to appropriate care.
• Promote collaborative engagement among stakeholders to enhance ASRH service provision.

Year: 2021

Financial Support: AusAid/UNFPA

Collaboration: Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD)/Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) and provincial and local governments in Koshi, Bagmati, Lumbini and Sudur Pashchim provinces of Nepal

As an implementing partner of UNFPA under the Country Program Action Plan (2018-2022), SISo Nepal has played a pivotal role in advancing gender-responsive Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) by integrating it into the curriculum and expanding its reach to prevent gender-based violence.

With financial support from AusAid/UNFPA (2021), SISo Nepal has provided technical and capacity-building support to the Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD) of Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST), and provincial and local governments in governments in Koshi, Bagmati, Lumbini and Sudur Pashchim provinces of Nepal.

Key initiatives include:

• Advocacy and orientation programs on CSE for government stakeholders and school authorities.
• Developing and enhancing CSE curricula to align with national education standards.
• Conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) on CSE for trainers, educators and facilitators.
• Developing mentoring and coaching guidelines for CSE implementation in schools.
• Providing mentoring and coaching supports for teachers and adolescent peer educators to strengthen CSE delivery. 

Key Intervention Areas and Activities:

1. Advocacy and Policy Engagement to Support Comprehensive Sexuality Education.
2. Capacity Building
3. Demand Generation
4. Knowledge Management

Key Approach:

1. Advocacy and Policy Engagement to Support Comprehensive Sexuality Education;
   • Advocacy with education policymakers for a favorable policy environment for comprehensive Sexuality Education integration at the national and subnational levels.
   • Engagement with multi-sectoral stakeholders to provide technical assistance for Comprehensive Sexuality Education integration.
   • Engagement with community gatekeepers

2. Capacity Building:
   • Enhanced technical capacity of teachers to deliver quality Comprehensive Sexuality Education in formal education.
   • Enhanced technical capacity of Provincial Education Training Centres (TOT on CSE)

3. Demand Generation:
   • Strengthening Adolescent-Friendly Information Corners (AFICs) in schools and developing them as multi-purpose centres
4. Knowledge Management

Key Output of the Program

Output 1: Provincial and local governments have adopted CSE as a strategic priority in the education and health sector plans.

Output 2: Increased capacity of resource persons and teachers in teaching CSE

Output 3: Adolescents and young people are equipped with knowledge and skills on CSE

Year: 2021

Financial Support: GIZ

Collaboration: Provincial Health Training Center Bagmati Province 

As part of its commitment to strengthening Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) information and services, SISo Nepal provided technical assistance to the Provincial Health Training Center, Bagmati Province, in financial support from with GIZ (March 2021 – June 2021).

Key contributions of SISo Nepal included the development of ASRH training packages tailored for various stakeholders, ensuring a comprehensive approach to adolescent health education. These training packages included: 

• ASRH counseling training package for school health nurses to enhance their capacity in providing adolescent-friendly counseling services.
• ASRH training package for teachers and peer educators to support the effective dissemination of ASRH knowledge in schools.
• Orientation package on ASRH for adolescents and parents, promoting awareness, open communication, and informed decision-making regarding adolescent sexual and reproductive health. 

Key Output of the Program

1. School Health Nurse Training Facilitators Guide (ASRH Counseling)
2. ASRH Reference Manual for School Health Nurse

• ASRH training package for teachers,

1. ASRH training package for peer educators training
2. Orientation package for adolescents and parents on ASRH

Key Outcomes

• Strengthened ASRH counseling service through trained school health nurses.
• Increased awareness and engagement of teachers and peer educators in ASRH education.
• Improved parent-adolescent communication on reproductive health topics.

Year: December 2020-February 2021

Financial Support: NHTC/MoHP

Collaboration: NHTC, NHEICC and FWD of MoHP

In collaboration with the National Health Training Center (NHTC), National Health Education, Information and Communication Center (NHEICC) and Family Welfare Division (FWD), SISo Nepal provided technical support in revising the Adolescent-Friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Service Training Package. This initiative, undertaken between December 2020 and February 2021, aimed to strengthen the capacity of health institutions and service providers in delivering high-quality, comprehensive ASRH services. The key training materials, includes:

• Reference Manual to provide comprehensive guidance on ASRH services.
• Facilitators’ Guide to ensure effective delivery of training sessions.
• Participants’ Handbook to support the learning and application of ASRH principles. 

Key Output of the Program

1. Revised Training Facilitators Guide
2. Revised ASRH Reference Manual

• Revised ASRH training participants Handbook

Key Outcomes  

• Enhanced capacity of health service providers to plan and deliver adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health services.
• Strengthened health institutions’ ability to implement high-quality, adolescent-friendly ASRH services across Nepal.

Year: 2019

Financial Support: World Health Organization (WHO)

Collaboration: Family Welfare Division (FWD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP)and DPHOs. 

In collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Family Welfare Division (FWD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), SISo Nepal conducted a comprehensive assessment on the access and utilization of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services among adolescents in Nepal. This assessment, carried out between October and December 2019, represented three key ecological regions of Nepal: Mountain, Hill, and Terai, to ensure a diverse and inclusive understanding of the challenges and opportunities for adolescent SRH services across different geographical settings.

Key Contributions

• Conducted data collection and analysis to assess how adolescents access and utilize SRH services in varied ecological regions.
• Provided valuable insights into barriers and facilitators for adolescents’ use of SRH services, helping to inform policy and programmatic decisions.

Year: 2018-2019

Financial Support: Save the Children International Nepal/ Healthy Transition for Nepali Youth Porject

Collaboration:  National Health Education, Information and Communication Center (NHEICC), Family Welfare Division(FWD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP). 

In financial support from Save the Children International Nepal under the Healthy Transition for Nepali Youth Project, SISo Nepal provided technical assistance to the National Health Education, Information and Communication Center (NHEICC) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP). This initiative, carried out between September 2018 and January 2019, focused on the development of a comprehensive SBCC package and Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) curriculum.

The curricula and materials developed as part of this effort aimed to address critical aspects of adolescent health, including:

• Family Planning and Contraception, to ensure adolescents have access to appropriate and accurate information on sexual and reproductive health.
• Antenatal and Postnatal Care (ANC and PNC), emphasizing the importance of maternal health for adolescent mothers.
• Mental Health of Adolescents, recognizing the growing importance of mental well-being in adolescent development.
• Life Skills education, empowering adolescents with the knowledge and tools to navigate challenges and make informed decisions about their health.

Key Outcomes

• Strengthened SBCC materials to promote positive health behaviors among adolescents.
• Contributed to the development of a holistic ASRH curriculum that addresses key areas of adolescent health.
• Enhanced adolescent-focused health communication strategies, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

Year: 2016-2018

Financial Support: AusAid/UNFPA

Collaboration: National Center for Educational Development (NCED) of Ministry of Education, Science and Technology/MoEST, provincial Educational Training Centers (ETCs) and FWD/Ministry of Health and Population.

SISo Nepal, as an implementing partner of UNFPA under the Country Program Action Plan (2013-2017 and 2018-2022), provided technical assistance to the Center for Education and Human Resource Development (CEHRD)—formerly the National Center for Educational Development (NCED)—under the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology (MoEST), Nepal.

This initiative, part of the “Enhancing Adolescents and Young People’s Knowledge on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) through Formal and Informal Education Linking with Adolescent-Friendly Services in Nepal” program, was implemented in collaboration with UNFPA, CEHRD/MoEST, and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).

Key Initiatives included:

• Capacity Building: Strengthening the institutional capacity of MoEST/CEHRD in CSE implementation.
• Training Package: Developing trainers guide and resource materials for teachers on CSE.
• Training: Conducting Training of Trainers (ToT) for Trainers of NCED and ETCs on CSE.
• Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM): Rolling out MHM programs in schools.
• Establishing Adolescent-Friendly Information Corners (AFIC): Providing orientation and support on the establishment and management of AFIC in schools to improve access comprehensive sexuality education and sexual and reproductive health rights and sexual and reproductive health services.

Key Intervention Areas

1. Key Intervention Area- Advocate for age appropriate Comprehensive Sexuality Education that reaches young people both in and out of school:
   1. Policy Makers: Conducted Advocacy Dialogue and Interaction with the federal parliamentarians (90 parliamentarians). The parliamentarians made their commitment to include the Comprehensive Sexuality Education in the formal and non-formal education curriculum.
   2. Media: Conducted advocacy workshops with the media people/journalists. The journalists express their commitment to advocate for the position of at least one health and education teacher in each school, advocacy for inclusion of CSE national.

• Key Stakeholders: Conducted series of CSE technical working group meetings with key stakeholders of CSE.

1. Key Intervention area- Enhance technical capacity of teachers and service providers to deliver quality CSE, SRH services (incl. MHM) respectively, including provision of adequate resource/information to students in school develop training package, TOT and teachers training):
   1. Development of CSE package: Teachers Resource Material (TRM) on CSE including development of CSE topics/contents to include in the Teachers Professional Development (TPD) and Trainers Guide (TG) and Curriculum for the training of trainers and teachers training (Customized Training of teachers),
   2. Training of Trainers (ToT): (87 trainers developed from entire (29) Educational Training Centers of National Center for Educational Development (NCED) of MoEST from across the country,

• Training to Teachers: Trained 204 teachers from 5 districts (Baitadi, Bajhang, Rukum, Sindhuli and Udayapur),

1. TOT on MHM: Trained 14 trainers (Health care providers, teachers, and other staff of DEO) on MHM and provided training to 59 people (Nurses 29 and Teachers 30) on MHM with material support in Sindhuli district.
2. Orientation on AFIC: Provided orientation to 280 (133 teachers and 147 health care provides on establishing and managing the Adolescent Friendly Information Corners in 131 schools in 10 districts (Baitadi, Bajhang, Achham, Bajura, Rukum, Sindhuli, Rautahat, Sarlahi, Sunsari and Udayapur) along with the recording and reporting tools.
3. Tools: Developed recording reporting tool for recording of utilization of AFIC 

1. Key Intervention area 3: Generate Evidence and Document Lesson Learned to inform Policy Planning in Education with due Consideration to inequality and Gender norms: A baseline study was conducted on utilization of ASRH/AFS service by the adolescents in 5 districts and report developed. Similarly, lesson learnt were collected during the program period.

Year: 2014-2015

Financial Support: UNFPA

Collaboration: National Health Training Center and Family Health Division/DoHS of Ministry of Health and Population.

SISo Nepal has provided technical support to the Family Health Division (FHD) under the Department of Health Services (DoHS), with the aim of enhancing the quality of adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) services in Nepal. As an implementing partner of UNFPA, SISo Nepal has been actively contributed in supporting the National ASRH Program since November 2014, in collaboration with NHTC and FHD, the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), and other key stakeholders.

Key Contributions:

• Technical Assistance: Supporting policy implementation and capacity-building efforts to strengthen ASRH service delivery.
• Quality Improvement: Enhancing adolescent-friendly health services by integrating global best practices and national guidelines.
• Training & Capacity Building: Providing technical expertise and training to healthcare providers and program implementers.
• Program Implementation Support: Assisting in the rollout of ASRH initiatives to improve accessibility and effectiveness. 

Key Outputs of the Program

1. Revised and Developed certification criteria of adolescent friendly ASRH service
2. Developed quality monitoring tool for Adolescent Friendly SRH services

• Conducted orientation to the district health managers on National Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Program Implementation Guideline

1. Conducted the national ASRH review

Year: 2014-2015

Financial Support: UNFPA

Collaboration: National Health Training Center and Family Health Division/DoHS and National Health Education, Information and Communication Center (NHEICC) of Ministry of Health and Population. 

SISo Nepal has provided technical support to the National Health Training Center (NHTC) and Family Health Division (FHD)/Department of Health Services (DoHS), with the aim of enhancing the quality of adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) services in Nepal. As an implementing partner of UNFPA, SISo Nepal has been actively engaged in supporting the National ASRH Program since November 2014, in collaboration with NHTC, NHEICC and FHD of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) and other key stakeholders.

Key Contributions:

• Training & Capacity Building: Providing technical support in designing and developing training package on ASRH, training to trainers and healthcare providers and program implementers.
• Program Implementation: Assisting in the rollout of ASRH initiatives to improve accessibility and effectiveness. 

Key Output of the Program:

1. Develop ASRH training package (Training Facilitators Guide, Participants Handbook and ASRH Reference Materials)
2. Conduct Master Training of Trainers (MTOT).

• Printing and Dissemination of final endorsed ASRH training package.

Year: 2014

Financial Support: Health Tax Fund/ MoHP

Collaboration: District Education Office and DPHO Kabhrepalanchok/MoHP. 

SISo Nepal has implemented the Life Skills-Based Prevention of Tobacco Use Among Adolescents program in Kabhrepalanchok District in 2014. This initiative, supported by the Health Tax Fund under the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), aimed to reduce tobacco use among adolescents through education, awareness, and behavior change interventions.

Key Initiative:

• Tobacco Prevention & Control: Educating adolescents on the health risks associated with tobacco use.
• Life Skills Development: Equipping young people with essential life skills to resist peer pressure and make informed decisions.

Year: 2014

Financial Support: FPAN

Collaboration: Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN). 

In collaboration with the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN), SISo Nepal developed the Youth-Friendly Service Delivery Module to enhance the capacity of healthcare providers in delivering adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) and Family Planning services. This initiative, carried out from March to June 2014, aimed to ensure that family planning and reproductive health services are more accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of young people in Nepal.

Year: 2013

Financial Support: Plan International Nepal

Collaboration: Plan International Nepal 

SISo Nepal, in collaboration with Plan International Nepal, conducted a comprehensive review and revision of the Social Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) Program being implemented in Plan Nepal supported program districts through the NGO partners in Nepal, to enhance its effectiveness in promoting positive health and social behaviors. This initiative, implemented from March to September 2013, focused on improving SBCC strategies and curriculum to better engage communities and drive sustainable behavior change.

Key Contributions:

• Program Assessment & Revision: Evaluated the existing SBCC program to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
• Curriculum & Package Development: Designed an updated Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) curriculum to strengthen program implementation.
• Community Engagement & Awareness: Enhanced communication strategies to drive behavioral shifts in health, education, and social development.

Key Output of the Program:

1. Review, Revision and Development of the BCC curriculum/package of Plan Nepal on livelihood development for the Women and Adolescent Girls on Livelihood, Gender, Gender Based Violence, Women’s Rights, Child Rights and Child Marriage
2. Develop flip charts to use in delivering information on Livelihood, Gender, Gender Based Violence, Women’s Rights, Child Rights and Child Marriage (12 types of flip charts)

• Pre-testing and finalizing the BCC package

Year: 2014

Financial Support: FPAN

Collaboration: Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN) 

SISo Nepal, in financial support and partnership with the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN), played a key role in strengthening HIV prevention, care, and support services under Phase II of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (GFATM) program. From August to September 2012, SISo Nepal conducted Community Home-Based Care (CHBC) training for CHBC workers, health staff, and service providers operating Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) services at the community level. 

Key Contributions:

• Capacity Building: Provided CHBC training to healthcare workers, including people living with HIV (PLHIV), female sex workers (FSWs), and injecting drug users (IDUs).
• Enhanced Service Delivery: Strengthened the ability of field-level staff to deliver comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and support services.
• Community-Based Approach: Promoted home-based care models to ensure accessible and sustainable HIV support systems.
• Support for Vulnerable Populations: Focused on addressing the unique needs of marginalized and high-risk groups in Nepal.

Year: 2012

Financial Support: UNICEF

Collaboration: FWD, NCASC, DPHO, DDC, UNFPA and UNICEF

SISo Nepal led a comprehensive capacity-building initiative to strengthen HIV risk reduction efforts among Most-at-Risk Adolescents (MARA) and Especially Vulnerable Adolescents (EVA) in Kathmandu, Mahottari, and Rautahat districts (July to December 2012). This initiative was implemented in close collaboration with the Family Health Division (FHD), the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), District Public Health Offices (DPHOs), District Development Committees (DDCs), UNFPA, and UNICEF. This initiative reinforced SISo Nepal’s commitment to reducing HIV risks among vulnerable adolescents by enhancing education, awareness, and capacity-building efforts at national, regional, and community levels.

Key Contributions:

• Capacity Building of Trainers: Trained national and regional-level trainers on HIV risk reduction strategies for MARA and EVA populations.
• Peer Education Training: Provided life skills training to adolescent girls, equipping them with knowledge and tools to educate their peers on HIV prevention and risk reduction.
• Community Engagement: Strengthened local response efforts by involving government agencies, health officials, and community-based organizations.
• Targeted HIV Prevention Strategies: Focused on high-risk and vulnerable adolescent populations to ensure early intervention and increased awareness. 

Key Output of the Project:

1. TOT in national level to the people including the PLHIV, FSWs, IDUs and personnel of civil society organizations (40 CSOs) on life skills-based HIV risk reduction
2. Series of peer education trainings to the adolescent girls in Mahottari and Rautahat districts on life skills-based HIV risk reduction

Year: 2011

Financial Support: Ministerial Leadership Initiative (MLI), USA

Collaboration: FHD, NCASC, DPHO, UNICEF and MLI

SISo Nepal successfully organized a National Symposium on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Services in June–July 2011, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and adolescents to discuss and strengthen ASRH service delivery in Nepal. This event was conducted in close coordination and collaboration with the Family Health Division (FHD), the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), UNICEF, and the Ministerial Leadership Initiative (MLI), with technical and financial support from MLI, USA. Through this initiative, SISo Nepal played an important role to youth engagement and policy development in adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Nepal.

Key Highlights:

• Adolescent Participation: Incorporated insights from adolescents through regional consultation workshops to ensure youth-centered discussions and policy recommendations.
• Policy Advocacy & Dialogue: Facilitated a national platform for key stakeholders to address challenges, share best practices, and propose improvements in ASRH services.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engaged government agencies, development partners, and experts to enhance multi-sectoral coordination in adolescent health programs.
• Strengthening ASRH Services: Contributed to policy and programmatic advancements in Nepal’s adolescent sexual and reproductive health services. 

Key Output of the Project:

1. Conducted National Symposium with Key Policy Makers with meaningful participation of adolescents from different development region of Nepal; in Kathmandu Nepal.
2. Conducted the regional level consultation with the Most at Risk Adolescents (MARA) and Especially Vulnerable Adolescents (EVA)

Year: 2011-2012

Financial Support: UNICEF

Collaboration: FHD, NCASC, DPHO, UNICEF and WHO

SISo Nepal contributed to Nepal’s national efforts to enhance adolescent-friendly health services, including the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV. This initiative was implemented in close collaboration with the Family Health Division (FHD), the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), District Public Health Offices (DPHOs), District Development Committees (DDCs), WHO, and UNICEF, with technical and financial support from UNICEF and WHO (July 2011 to March 2012). Through this initiative, SISo Nepal played key role to improving adolescent health and HIV prevention services by promoting accessibility, inclusivity, and quality care.

Key Contributions:

• Strengthening Adolescent-Friendly Services: Enhanced the availability and quality of comprehensive adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) and HIV prevention services.
• Integration of PMTCT Services: Supported the integration of PMTCT services into adolescent health programs to reduce HIV transmission among young mothers and infants.
• Capacity Building: Contributed incapacity building of healthcare providers to deliver adolescent-friendly, stigma-free sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and HIV prevention services.
• Multi-Sectoral Collaboration: Worked closely with government agencies and international partners to ensure a coordinated and sustainable approach to adolescent health service delivery.

Key Output of the Project:

1. Adolescent Job Aid in Nepali language: Adapted Global Adolescent Job Aid (developed by the WHO) in Nepali language (translation and adaptation) for the use of health service providers in Nepal;
2. Demand Generation Materials for Adolescent Friendly Health Service: Developed demand generation materials on adolescent friendly service (Poster and Picture Story Book on AFS);

• Developed training package on adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) and prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV (PMTCT);

1. Orientation to the district health managers (DHO/DPHO, PHN, FP officers/supervisors) on ASRH and PMTCT Service;

Provided technical support to the FHD/DHO/DPHO in rolling out the orientation and service in different districts. 

Year: 2011 -2014

Financial Support: GIZ/GFA (under Long Term Partnership with GIZ/GFA)

Collaboration: FHD/MoHP, DPHOs and Stakeholders

SISo Nepal provided technical support to the Family Health Division (FHD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) in the development of the National Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Program Implementation Guideline. This initiative was carried out in close collaboration with GIZ and GFA Consulting Group, ensuring that the guidelines aligned with national health priorities and international best practices (March 2011 to December 2014).

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Guideline Development: Played a key role in the development and formulation of comprehensive ASRH program implementation guidelines that provide a framework for effective implementation of adolescent sexual and reproductive health services.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked closely with FHD, GIZ, GFA, and MoHP to ensure the guidelines are responsive to the needs of adolescents across Nepal.
• Capacity Strengthening: Provided technical expertise to strengthen FHD’s capacity in the effective delivery of adolescent-friendly health services based on the newly developed guidelines (orientations to stakeholders including district health managers and health care providers)
• Ensuring Adolescent-Centered Approaches: Focused on ensuring that the guidelines promote adolescent-friendly, inclusive, and accessible services across the country.

Key Output of the Project:

1. National Guidelines for ASRH Program Implementation
2. National Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Program Implementation Guide 2068 BS (2011)
3. Orientation Guide on National ASRH Program 2011 (District Health Managers)

• Orientation Guide on National ASRH Program 2011 (Service Providers)

1. Orientation Guide on National ASRH Program 2011 (District Level Stakeholders)
2. Orientation Guide on National ASRH Program 2011 (Health Facility Operation and Management Committee and Local Level Stakeholders)
   1. Tools for ASRH Program Implementation
3. Health Facility Assessment Checklist For the assessment of the health facilities for the implementation of the ASRH Program
4. Pre-Program evaluation checklist for ASRH Service Utilization – to identify the base line of the service utilization

• Reporting Format for the Adolescent Friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health Services – to prepare the monthly reports of the adolescent friendly services

1. Monitoring and Supervision Checklist- to monitor and evaluate the adolescent friendly service and improve the quality of available services
2. Operation guideline for health Facility in-charge and Service Providers- to make ASRH program effective
3. Self-evaluation Chart for Adolescent Friendly Sexual and Reproductive Health Service For the evaluation of the ASRH service (monthly)

• Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Service Information Board- to provide the information regarding the availability of ASRH service
  1. Technical Support to FWD in conducting and rolling out the orientation

SISo Nepal provided Technical Support to FWD in conducting the orientation to the district health managers on ASRH program implementation guide and rolling out the orientation

Year: 2011

Financial Support: FPAN

Collaboration: Family Planning Association of Nepal 

SISo Nepal conducted the final evaluation of the Multi-Purpose Resource Center (MPRC) Initiative, aimed at improving the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of young women in select districts of Nepal. This evaluation was part of the third phase of the Vaestoliitto Project, implemented in collaboration with the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN). This evaluation contributed valuable insights to improve adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health programs in Nepal, guiding future interventions to better meet the needs of young people.

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Comprehensive Evaluation: Assessed the effectiveness, impact, and sustainability of the MPRC Initiative, with a focus on SRHR services for young women.
• Impact Assessment: Evaluated the improvement in SRHR knowledge and access for young women in the targeted districts, analyzing the long-term benefits of the initiative.
• Recommendations for Future Programs: Provided actionable recommendations to enhance the design and delivery of future SRHR programs, ensuring their sustainability and effectiveness in reaching vulnerable populations.

Year: 2011

Financial Support: FPAN

Collaboration: Family Planning Association of Nepal 

SISo Nepal successfully documented the Multi-Purpose Resource Center (MPRC) Initiative as part of the third phase of the Vaestoliitto Project, aimed at improving the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of young women in selected districts of Nepal. This documentation captured the key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned from the initiative, providing a comprehensive overview of the program’s impact in 2011.

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Comprehensive Documentation: Produced detailed reports highlighting the objectives, activities, outcomes, and impacts of the MPRC Initiative on young women’s SRHR in targeted districts.
• Impact Assessment: Documented the improvement in access to SRHR services and the positive changes in attitudes and behaviors related to sexual and reproductive health among young women.
• Knowledge Sharing: Developed resources that contributed to the broader dissemination of best practices and lessons learned, enhancing future program implementation.

Collaborative Efforts: Worked in close collaboration with FPAN and its branch offices to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the documentation.

Year: 2011

Financial Support: FPAN/GFATM

Collaboration: Family Planning Association of Nepal

SISo Nepal conducted a comprehensive assessment of the Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT)/Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) services and Integrated Community Care (ICC) Drop-In Centers (DIC) as part of the Global Fund Round Seven project, implemented by the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN) in October to December 2010. 

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Service Evaluation: Assessed the effectiveness and accessibility of VCT/STI and ICC DIC services for key populations, including high-risk groups such as sex workers, men who have sex with men (MSM), and people living with HIV (PLHIV).
• Identification of Gaps: Identified key challenges and gaps in service provision and accessibility, offering actionable recommendations for improving service delivery and expanding outreach.

Report and Recommendations: Compiled a detailed assessment report with strategic recommendations aimed at enhancing the quality, efficiency, and coverage of HIV prevention, care, and support services.

Year: 2010-2011

Financial Support:  Population Action International (PAI), USA

       Collaboration: FHD, MoFE and CSOs

 SISo Nepal has been actively engaged in capacity building of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to strengthen their capacity on the linkages between population, reproductive health (RH), gender, and climate change adaptation in Nepal. This initiative aimed to empower CSOs with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to address the intersection of these critical issues and contribute to sustainable development.

Key Activities & Contributions: 

• Training and Capacity Building: Provided targeted training sessions and workshops to CSOs to enhance their understanding of how climate change impacts reproductive health and gender equality.
• Linking Climate Change and RH: Promoted awareness and action on the connections between population dynamics, reproductive health services, and climate change adaptation strategies.
• Gender-Sensitive Approaches: Focused on integrating gender perspectives in climate change adaptation and reproductive health interventions to ensure inclusive and equitable outcomes.
• Building Local Capacity: Strengthened the capacity of CSOs to engage in advocacy and policy dialogue on linkages between climate change and RH at the local, national, and international levels.

Key Outputs of the Project:

1. Review the national policies, strategies on the linkages between Population, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Gender and Climate Change
2. Develop and disseminate the report of the review of the policies, strategies on the linkages between Population, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Gender and Climate Change

• Organized the sensitization workshop with the Government policy makers, EDPs and Civil Society Organizations

Capacity Building for Civil Society Organizations (36 CSOs) on the linkages between Population, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Gender and Climate Change

Year: 2010

Financial Support:  UNFPA

Collaboration:  FHD, NHEICC, UNFPA and CSOs 

SISo Nepal, with the technical and financial support of UNFPA, undertook the revision and upgrade of the Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Development (ASRHD) Flipchart. The revised flipchart aimed to enhance the delivery of quality adolescent sexual and reproductive health education through clear, accessible, and culturally appropriate materials (From August to December 2010). 

Key Activities & Contributions: 

• Content Revision and Upgrade: Updated the flipchart content to reflect the latest research, guidelines, and best practices in adolescent sexual and reproductive health and development.
• Adolescent-Friendly Educational Materials: Designed the flipchart to be engaging, informative, and tailored to the needs of young people in Nepal, ensuring that it serves as an effective educational tool for health service providers.
• Collaboration with Key Stakeholders: Worked in close coordination with the National Health Education, Information and Communication Center (NHEICC) and Family Health Division (FHD) of Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) to ensure the flipchart aligned with national health policies and priorities. 

Key Output:

Revised and updated Flipchart on ASRH

Year: 2010

Financial Support: GTZ

Collaboration: FHD/MoHP 

SISo Nepal conducted a process evaluation of the operationalization of the Implementation Guide on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH), with a focus on Adolescent Friendly Services (AFS) in five districts of Nepal. This evaluation was carried out in collaboration with GTZ, the Family Health Division (FHD), and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) (April to June 2010).  This evaluation provided valuable insights to inform the scaling-up of adolescent-friendly services in Nepal and contributed to enhancing the quality of SRH services for young people.

Key Activities & Contributions: 

• Evaluation of Implementation: Assessed the process of implementing the ASRH Implementation Guide, specifically focusing on how adolescent-friendly services were integrated into health facilities across the five selected districts. 

Key Output:

• Conducted process evaluation and evaluation report with recommendations.
• Identifying Gaps and Challenges: Identified key challenges, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in the delivery of adolescent sexual and reproductive health services within the context of adolescent-friendly services.

Recommendations for Improvement: Developed actionable recommendations to enhance the implementation of the guide and improve the quality of ASRH services, ensuring that they are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of adolescents.

Year: 2009-2010

Financial Support: GTZ

Collaboration: FHD, NHEICC of MoHP and Stakeholders 

SISo Nepal provided technical support in the development of booklets on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), in collaboration with GTZ, the National Health Education Information and Communication Centre (NHEICC) and Family Health Division (FHD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) from 2009 to 2010.

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Content Development: Collaborated with key stakeholders to develop educational booklets focused on raising awareness about sexual and reproductive health rights for diverse populations in Nepal.
• Focus on Accessibility: Ensured the materials were adolescent-friendly, gender-sensitive, and culturally appropriate, making them accessible to a wide audience, including adolescents and vulnerable groups.
• Collaborative Efforts: Worked closely with FHD, NHEICC of MoHP and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with national health policies and priorities. 

Key Output of the Project:

Developed the set of 8 booklets on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights those includes;

1. Adolescence
2. Friendship, Love and Romantic Relationship
3. Menstruation
4. Cigarette, Alcohol and drugs
5. Sex and Sexual Relationships
6. Marriage, Pregnancy and Abortion
7. STI and HIV
8. Sexual and Reproductive Health

Year: 2008-2011 (Long Term Agreement)

Financial Support: UN MSA at UNDP

Collaboration: NCASC of MoHP, DDC and Stakeholders

SISo Nepal implemented a Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Awareness Program targeting mobile populations, their families, and young people in Kabhrepalanchok District, in collaboration with the UN MSA at UNDP, the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), District Development Committee (DDC) from 2008 to 2010 (with in Long Term Agreement).

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Program Implementation and Services: Delivered a comprehensive package of HIV prevention services, including Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) awareness and treatment, HIV/AIDS education, and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) for vulnerable populations in the district.
• Awareness Campaigns: Led community-based awareness campaigns to promote HIV prevention, STI education, and the benefits of VCT, working to reduce stigma and increase acceptance of testing and treatment.

Capacity Building: Conducted training sessions for community leaders and peer educators to enhance their ability to deliver HIV prevention and care services to the target populations.

Year: 2009

Financial Support: GTZ

Collaboration: NHTC/GTZ/SCI 

SISo Nepal provided technical support in conducting a Training of Trainers (TOT) on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH), in collaboration with GTZ, Save the Children Fund (SCF), the National Health Training Center (NHTC), and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) in 2009. 

Key Activities & Contributions:

• TOT Development: Designed and facilitated the Training of Trainers (TOT) program, focusing on building the capacity of trainers to effectively deliver ASRH service to diverse youth groups.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Developed and delivered training materials that covered a range of topics related to adolescent sexual and reproductive health, including preventative health measures, sexual rights, and reproductive health education.
• Capacity Building: Enhanced the skills of trainers from health institutions and community organizations, enabling them to cascade knowledge and training to healthcare providers, youth leaders, and adolescent-focused groups across Nepal.

Collaborative Approach: Worked closely with GTZ, SCF, NHTC, and MoHP to ensure alignment with national health standards and policies for adolescent sexual and reproductive health.

Year: 2008

Financial Support: UNFPA

Collaboration: NHTC, FHD/MoHP and DPHOs

SISo Nepal conducted a Master Training of Trainers (MTOT) on Youth-Friendly Services for Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) in PARHI District, in collaboration with UNFPA, the National Health Training Center (NHTC), the Family Health Division (FHD) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP), October to December 2008.

Key Activities & Contributions:

• MTOT Design and Facilitation: Led the Master Training of Trainers (MTOT) to build the capacity of local trainers who would go on to deliver youth-friendly ASRH services across the district.
• Focus on Youth Needs: The training emphasized the importance of youth-centered services, ensuring that healthcare providers are equipped to engage with adolescents in a non-judgmental and inclusive manner.

Collaboration with Key Partners: Worked in close partnership with UNFPA, NHTC, FWD, and MoHP to ensure the program aligned with national guidelines and health priorities for adolescent sexual and reproductive health.

Year: 2007

Financial Support: FPAN

Collaboration: SISo Nepal, NCASC, DPHOs and FPAN 

SISo Nepal conducted a study on client satisfaction at the Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) centers of the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN). This research aimed to assess the effectiveness and quality of services provided at the VCT centers, focusing on the experiences and satisfaction of clients seeking HIV/AIDS counseling and testing services in 2007. 

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Client Satisfaction Assessment: Collected and analyzed feedback from clients who accessed services at FPAN’s VCT centers, evaluating their level of satisfaction with various aspects of care, including confidentiality, accessibility, staff professionalism, and service quality.
• Identification of Service Gaps: Identified key areas where services could be improved to enhance client satisfaction and ensure more effective outreach to target populations.

Recommendations for Improvement: Provided actionable recommendations to FPAN for enhancing client experience, improving service delivery, and ensuring the sustainability of VCT services.

Year: 2006-2007

Financial Suport: GTZ

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/GTZ/NCASC/DPHOs/MoHP 

SISo Nepal conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT), orientation, and follow-up program on STI, HIV/AIDS prevention, control, care and support, and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) in Baitadi, Dadeldhura, Dailekh, and Dhading districts, in collaboration with GTZ, the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC) and and DPHOs of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).

Key Activities & Contributions:

• TOT Program: Organized Training of Trainers (TOT) to equip local trainers with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs in their respective districts.
• Comprehensive Orientation: Provided comprehensive orientation to healthcare providers and community people with special focus on high risk factors such as migrants and their family members on the prevention, control, care, and support of HIV/AIDS and STIs, ensuring that they were well-versed in offering VCT services and supporting individuals affected by HIV.
• Follow-up Support: Offered follow-up and guidance to the trained trainers to ensure the effective implementation of programs and the sustainability of HIV/AIDS prevention and care efforts.

Year: 2006-2007

Financial Support: UN MSA at UNDP

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/NCASC/MoHP, DDC, DPHOs and Stakeholders 

SISo Nepal implemented a Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Awareness Program targeting mobile populations, their families, and young people in Pokhara Metropolitan City, Lekhanath Municipality, and selected Village Development Committees (VDCs) of Kaski District. This program was conducted in collaboration with the UN MSA at UNDP, National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), District Development Committee(DDC) and District Public Health Office (DPHO) of the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) and other stakeholders. 

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Program Implementation: Delivered a comprehensive package of HIV prevention, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) education and service, and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) services to high-risk groups in the targeted areas.
• Awareness Campaigns: Conducted community-based awareness campaigns to educate individuals about HIV prevention, STI prevention, and the importance of VCT, aiming to reduce stigma and increase knowledge of available health services.
• Capacity Building: Trained local community people as peer educators to enhance their ability to deliver accurate information on HIV, STIs, and VCT services, as well as provide support to those at risk.

Year: 2006

Financial Support: GTZ

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/GTZ/NCASC/DPHOs/MoHP 

SISo Nepal conducted an Orientation Program on STI, HIV/AIDS prevention, control, care and support, and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) in Dailekh, Dadeldhura, Baitadi, and Dhading districts. This program specifically targeted high-risk populations, including Dalits, migrants, their families, landless individuals, and marginalized groups such as Badi, Chepang, and Raute communities, in collaboration with GTZ, the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC), and the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Targeted Orientation: Delivered tailored orientation sessions to high-risk populations, focusing on the prevention, control, and care of STIs, HIV/AIDS, and the importance of VCT.
• Focus on Vulnerable Groups: Specifically designed the program to address the needs of Dalits, migrants, landless individuals, and marginalized communities such as Badi, Chepang, and Raute, ensuring that the most vulnerable groups had access to accurate information and prevention services.
• Community-Based Outreach: Engaged community leaders and local healthcare workers to facilitate the orientation program to community members, emphasizing confidentiality and the importance of early testing.

Year: 2005-2006

Financial Support: GTZ

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/GTZ/NCASC/DPHOs/MoHP

SISo Nepal conducted a workplace-based orientation program on HIV/AIDS prevention, control, care and support for the entire staff of GTZ Nepal, in collaboration with GTZ and the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC). This orientation program enhanced the HIV/AIDS awareness among GTZ Nepal staff, promoting a healthier and more informed workplace and contributing to the broader efforts of HIV prevention and care in Nepal. 

Key Activities & Contributions:

• Workplace Orientation: Delivered HIV/AIDS education sessions tailored specifically for employees, focusing on prevention, control measures, care and support, and the importance of Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT).
• Comprehensive Program Coverage: The program covered a range of critical topics, including HIV transmission, STI prevention, support for people living with HIV, and the role of the workplace in creating a supportive environment for employees affected by HIV.

Empowerment and Awareness: Focused on empowering employees to not only protect themselves but also to become advocates for HIV awareness and support within their broader communities.

Year: 2005-2006

Collaboration: SISo Nepal and Nepalese Army

SISo Nepal, in collaboration with the Nepalese Army, conducted series of Orientation sessions on HIV/AIDS prevention, control, care and support, and Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) for Nepalese Army personnel involved in the UN Peacekeeping Force. This program was held at the Birendra Peacekeeping Training Center in Panchkhal, Kabhrepalanchok District. This program contributed to the Nepalese Army’s ongoing commitment to HIV/AIDS prevention within its ranks, ensuring that peacekeepers are well-informed and equipped to serve in global peacekeeping missions with the knowledge to protect themselves and others from HIV.

Key Activities & Contributions:

Targeted Orientation for Peacekeeping Personnel: Focused on providing HIV/AIDS education to Nepalese Army personnel who were preparing for peacekeeping missions in various countries, addressing the unique challenges faced by peacekeepers and ensuring they were equipped with the knowledge to protect themselves and their communities.

Year: 2005

Financial Support: UNICEF/DACAW Program

Collaboration: SISo Nepal/UNICEF and DOE/MOE 

SISo Nepal, in collaboration with UNICEF and department of Education/Ministry of Education, developed a comprehensive training manual and conducted a Training of Trainers (ToT) program to enhance the capacity of Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and School Management Committee (SMC) members. This initiative, under the DACAW Program, aimed to strengthen school governance, improve stakeholder engagement, and promote effective educational leadership at the community level.