The Dalit Development Forum is committed to promoting gender equality and social inclusion in all its interventions. By mainstreaming GESI perspectives, DDF ensures that the rights and needs of women, girls, and marginalized groups are integrated into its programs and activities. DDF aims to address the intersectional challenges faced by Madesi Dalit women and girls, promoting their leadership development, and advocating for their fundamental rights. Through targeted initiatives, DDF works towards dismantling gender-based discrimination, empowering women, and fostering social inclusion within all levels of society.
Recognizing the urgent need to address environmental sustainability and climate change, the Dalit Development Forum incorporates these concerns into its interventions. DDF acknowledges that marginalized communities, including Madesi Dalits, are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation and climate change. By promoting sustainable practices, environmental conservation, and climate change adaptation strategies, DDF aims to build resilience within Madesi Dalit communities and contribute to broader efforts in safeguarding the environment for future generations.
The Dalit Development Forum understands the significance of conflict sensitivity in its interventions. Given the socio-political context in Nepal, DDF recognizes the potential for conflicts and strives to ensure that its activities do not contribute to or escalate existing tensions. DDF promotes a conflict-sensitive approach by actively engaging with stakeholders, local communities, and marginalized groups. Through inclusive dialogue, DDF seeks to address the root causes of conflicts, promote social cohesion, and foster peace-building efforts. By incorporating conflict sensitivity into its work, DDF aims to create an enabling environment for the sustainable development and empowerment of Madesi Dalits while promoting peaceful coexistence among diverse communities.
The Dalit Development Forum is committed to mainstreaming the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities (PwDs) in all its interventions. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by PwDs, including Madesi Dalits with disabilities, DDF works towards ensuring their equal access to services, resources, and opportunities. DDF promotes the rights of PwDs and advocates for their meaningful participation in decision-making processes. By creating an inclusive environment, DDF aims to empower PwDs, challenge discriminatory practices, and contribute to a society that values and respects the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of their abilities.
