MITRA Samaj

Climate change is not only an environmental issue—it is also a serious public health concern. Its impacts are felt most by poor, marginalized, and climate-vulnerable communities.

To support stronger and more resilient local health systems, MITRA Samaj is implementing the project “Establishing Climate Resilient Health System at Local Level by Adopting a Multisectoral Approach” in Nepalgunj Sub-Metropolitan City and Panchadewal Binayak Municipality, Achham, with funding from GIZ Nepal.

The project aims to strengthen local health system resilience to climate change through an evidence-based, multisectoral, and gender-responsive approach. It is aligned with Nepal’s key policy frameworks, including the Nepal Health Sector Strategic Plan 2023–2030, the Health National Adaptation Plan 2023–2030, and the National Strategy on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion 2080 BS.
Major activities include climate and health vulnerability assessments, health facility resilience assessments, analysis of data systems such as DHIS II, EWARS, N-WASH MIS, and capacity building of municipal systems and local actors.

The project will also support municipalities in developing localized climate and health action plans and integrating them into annual plans and budgets. The model will further be promoted for wider replication through MuAN and NARMIN.

Together, we move toward climate-resilient, inclusive, and healthier communities.

MITRA Samaj is partnering with UNFPA to conduct a GBV Safehouse Audit in Nepal. This project aims to assess the coverage, accessibility, quality, and operational readiness of GBV shelters across Nepal. The findings will support improvements in service delivery and operational efficiency for GBV survivors.

This is a step forward in ensuring survivor-centered care and strengthening the national response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

🔍 Stay tuned for more updates!