Feminist Dalit Organization (FEDO) was founded in Nepal as a non-profit, apolitical, and secular non-governmental organization in 1994 by a group of Dalit women with a passion to eliminate caste and gender-based discrimination. It is a pioneer organization to advocate Dalit’s rights and women’s rights simultaneously. It stands as a key resource organization on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). With a vision of ‘just and equitable society’, FEDO puts Dalit women at the core of its initiatives.
Advocating for Dalit Women’s Rights at the 90th CEDAW Session
Ms. Durga Sob, Founding President of FEDO, delivered a powerful statement at the 2119th Meeting of the 90th CEDAW Session, highlighting the systemic discrimination faced by Dalit women in Nepal.
She emphasized three urgent issues:
🔹 Limited access to justice – Fear of retaliation and lack of legal support prevent Dalit women from reporting crimes.
🔹 Minimal political representation – Despite mandatory quotas, elected Dalit women face discrimination and harassment.
🔹 Violence against inter-caste couples – Dalit women in inter-caste marriages endure severe violence with no protection mechanisms.
Ms. Sob urged Nepal to enforce anti-discrimination laws, establish monitoring mechanisms, strengthen Dalit women’s leadership, reinstate protection for inter-caste couples, and ensure equal access to healthcare. She called on the CEDAW Committee to hold Nepal accountable and ensure no Dalit woman or girl is left behind.
FEDO is dedicated to advocating for the rights and empowerment of feminists, Dalit women, and other marginalized groups in Nepal. Your generous contributions enable us to continue our vital work, providing essential resources, education, and support to those who need it most.
Nepal’s marginalized communities, especially Dalits and women, face significant social and economic challenges. Discrimination, lack of access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities continue to hinder their progress.
Please join us in empowering women and transforming communities in Nepal. You can make a donation online through our website or contact us for more information. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
Ensuring equitable access of all people irrespective of caste, class, gender and any other grounds, to basic services, resources and development opportunities is a key concern in governance at all levels. Therefore, FEDO interventions emphasizes inclusive governance and social justice.
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