Dreams of Children

 नेपालका धेरै गाउँ–बस्तीतिर अझै पनि बालबालिका अभाव, जोखिम र अवसरको कमीबीच हुर्किन बाध्य छन्। गरिबी, परिवारको रोजगारी समस्या, अभिभावकको शिक्षा अभाव, सामाजिक विभेद, प्राकृतिक विपद् जस्ता कारणले उनीहरूको बाल्यकाल सुरक्षित छैन। यिनै कठिनाइबीच पनि, सही सहयोग, मार्गदर्शन र समुदायको साथ पाए कमजोर बालबालिका सशक्त, सक्षम र आत्मविश्वासी बन्न सक्छन्। यही विश्वास नै नेपालमा बालसशक्तिकरणको मुख्य आधार हो। १. बालबालिकालाई सशक्त बनाउनु भनेको के हो? सशक्तिकरण भनेको केवल राहत वा सहयोग दिनु मात्र होइन। यो प्रक्रिया हो — जसले बालबालिकालाई आफ्नो अधिकार चिन्न, आत्मविश्वास विकास गर्न, सिक्ने र सिर्जनशील बन्न, राम्रो निर्णय गर्न, र सुरक्षित जीवन जिउन सहयोग गर्छ। जब एक बच्चाले “म पनि सक्छु” भनेर विश्वास गर्छ, त्यहीबाट परिवर्तन सुरु हुन्छ। २. किन नेपालका धेरै बालबालिका कमजोर अवस्थामा छन्? नेपालका ग्रामीण र दूर–दराजका क्षेत्रमा बालबालिकाले धेरै समस्याहरू भोगिरहेका छन्: विद्यालय छाड्ने दर उच्च घर–परिवारको कमजोर आर्थिक अवस्था अभिभावक वैदेशिक रोजगारमा, हेरचाहको कमी बालश्रम र...

 The 21st century has witnessed the rise of Generation Z — a digitally born, globally aware, and outspoken youth wave that refuses to remain silent in the face of injustice. From the streets of Hong Kong to the campuses of Delhi, and from climate marches in Europe to online movements in Nepal, Gen Z has proven that they are not just followers of trends — they are the trendsetters of modern resistance. But as their voices grow louder, so does a haunting question: Is this the true awakening of people’s power, or a carefully designed play by global influencers to reshape nations under the banner of “freedom” and “change”? The Power and Promise of Gen Z Gen Z has grown up amid climate anxiety, economic instability, and social injustice. Unlike their predecessors, they have unlimited access to global information, ideas, and networks — often making them more politically and socially conscious. Armed with smartphones instead of swords, they challenge authority through hashtags, vir...

Organizations like UNICEF , Save the Children , Plan International , World Vision , etc. are some of the biggest players in the child rights and protection sector. Their stated mandates are things like: Improving child health, nutrition, and education. Strengthening laws and systems to protect children from abuse and exploitation. Advocating for children’s rights in emergencies (conflict, natural disasters). Supporting governments in implementing the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) . For example, in Nepal: UNICEF supported the Ministry of Women, Children, and Senior Citizens to develop child protection guidelines. Save the Children has worked on child-friendly local governance, child marriage prevention, and early-grade reading programs. These programs are audited, evaluated, and often co-funded by governments and other donors. 🕊️ Allegations & Suspicions It’s true that some local communities perceive large INGOs as: Promoting certain...

Nepal is a land of mountains, rivers, and dreams. But beneath the beauty, many children still face struggles that silence their laughter—child marriage, child labor, trafficking, and lack of access to safe education. These are not just issues; they are broken promises to the little ones who deserve love, dignity, and opportunities to grow. As the most connected and aware generation, Gen Z has the power to change this story. You are bold, compassionate, and digital natives—the torchbearers of a new Nepal. But the question is: How can we awaken this power for child protection? 🌱 1. Start With Empathy Look around you. The helper in the teashop, the young girl carrying loads, the boy missing from school—they all have dreams just like yours. Change begins when we see them not as statistics, but as friends who need support. 📲 2. Use Your Digital Superpower Gen Z lives online. Use your platforms—Instagram, TikTok, YouTube—to speak up for child rights. Share stories, spread awareness, ...

सपनामा रंगिन बगैंचा फुल्छ, हासोले धर्ती उज्यालो हुन्छ। बालहृदयमा आशा उम्लिन्छ, भोलिको बाटो सुनौलो बन्छ। नानीको आँखा तारामै चम्के, सपना उड्छन् आकाशै पसे। खेल्दै–खेल्दै भविष्य लेखे, आनन्दको गीत जीवनै भरे। शिक्षा र माया साथमा पाए, सपना सबै साकार हुन्छन्। शान्ति र सद्भाव हृदयमा छाए, बालबालिकाले संसार सजाउँछन्।                                       (created by chatgpt)

We often think of trade wars as battles between economic giants. But the real casualties are often the smallest among us: children clinging to life in the world’s most fragile places. In today’s era of rising geopolitical tensions, countries increasingly use tariffs and trade barriers to protect domestic interests. While these measures may serve economic goals, they create ripple effects across the global economy. For humanitarian aid organizations, this ripple can become a tidal wave—and the children who depend on them bear the brunt. This isn’t about blaming a single nation or policy. It’s about a stark truth: a tariff enacted thousands of miles away can determine whether a child in Gaza eats, a baby in Somalia receives medicine, or a student in Ukraine can safely attend school. The Squeeze: How Trade Policies Choke Humanitarian Aid Agencies like UNICEF, the World Food Programme (WFP), and the Red Cross operate on a brutal arithmetic: every dollar must save as many lives as poss...