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Official Twitter account of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Nepal. We help empower lives and build resilient nations world-wide.
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.@UNDPNepal launched two powerful voices for climate justice in #Nepal! Meet @nimarinjisherpa and @poornimashresth — frontline climate influencers joining #GenClima campaign to spotlight the real impacts of climate change on the Himalayas. #UNDPNepal #ClimateActionNow #SDG13
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Under the leadership of the National Tuberculosis Control Centre (NTCC), with support from @UNDP's @GlobalFund project and @WHO, a two-day Active Case-Finding camp in Mugu district was successfully completed with funding from the SAARC Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS Center. With
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Green markets exploding. Santa myths unraveling. A holiday special where commerce, culture, and psychology collide. Dr. Stefanie Stolinsky & Dr. Anthony Silard join: SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE! Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 | 7–9 PM EST | AM970 Radio | Streaming everywhere.
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In Nepal’s Himalayas, glacial lakes are growing fast, and communities are living with the fear of sudden floods. With support from UNDP and partners, the water level at Imja Lake was lowered and early warning systems were installed to keep people safe. In the hills and plains,
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Standing at over 16,000 feet in the Himalayas, by the glacial Imja Lake in Nepal, studying the miraculous work done by local engineers to prevent a glacial lake outburst flood event... I saw what we risk losing and the courage and commitment of local leadership and communities
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UNDP Nepal congratulates Hon’ble Shradha Shrestha—National Project Coordinator of @UNDP and @nepaltourismb's Sustainable Tourism Project, on being sworn in as the Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizens of Nepal (@mowcsc_nepal). Her leadership and experience of
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UNDP’s @GlobalFund project for strengthening health resilience in TB, HIV, and Malaria, marked the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) with a series of initiatives. We conducted GBV prevention and response orientations for team members, CRG focal persons,
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UNDP Nepal co-chaired the Technical Assistance Committee (TAC) Meeting organized by the Provincial and Local Governance Strengthening Programme (PLGSP)—a key platform that shapes the programme’s technical priorities and ensures continued alignment with the Government of Nepal’s
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Kamala Damai, 28, lost her life in a Chhaupadi shed in July. She is one of 20 women and girls who have died in Sudurpaschim in recent years due to menstrual discrimination. Nepal took a bold step with its unanimous nine-point resolution for Dignified Menstruation. During the
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Mountains safeguard millions—and they need safeguarding too. This #InternationalMountainDay, we highlight UNDP Nepal’s leadership in protecting mountain communities from the growing threat of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (#GLOFs). With support from the @theGEF, #Nepal
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America is the world’s last hope. That’s why Trump’s role matters more than ever. Follow for more.
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The high Himalayas & Tibetan plateau are warming 2x faster than the world. In Nepal’s Nubri Valley, communities are fighting back with solar greenhouses and local knowledge. This #InternationalMountainDay, discover their story: https://t.co/YiugaCkzP1
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#MountainsMatter
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Mountains are the water tankers of the Earth. On #InternationalMountainDay, we celebrate UNDP Nepal’s Climate Influencer Nima Rinji Sherpa—the youngest person ever to summit all fourteen 8,000m peaks at just 18. Featured in @NatGeo for his efforts in the mountains and climate
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Meet Sima Tamang — @UNVolunteers , Project Officer @UNDPNepal From the Himalaya, she highlights how mountains sustain communities, culture, and biodiversity. On #InternationalMountainDay, we recognize the people who help protect these vital ecosystems. #MountainsMatter
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When support was distant, Nubri’s women become the support. On #IMD2025, we honour mountain communities who protect ecosystems while building stronger livelihoods. From restoring Himalayan forests to creating an entire value chain around rose hip products, Nubri’s women are
Climate change and globalization have driven young men away from Nepal’s remote Nubri Valley. The women left behind built 62 solar greenhouses to grow food year-round at 3,500m. This #IMD2025 see how they turned crisis into resilience: https://t.co/IAjecGwWln
#MountainsMatter
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Today we announced positive Phase 1b/2 results from our ongoing TUPELO trial evaluating REC-4881 in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) – a rare, inherited disease with no approved pharmacologic treatments. Treatment with REC-4881 demonstrated rapid and durable
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On International Mountain Day, we celebrate @UNDPNepal’s climate influencer @poornimashresth, whose voice and vision keep our mountains at the heart of the climate conversation. Her activism continues to inspire action to protect these peaks. #IMD2025 #GenClima
"Mountains are the water tankers of the Earth.” On Mountain Day, meet Purnima Shrestha, the 1st woman to climb Mount Everest 3x in one season. As a mountaineer & photographer, she shares her experiences on how the tallest mountain is being impacted by climate change. #IMD2025
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🏔️ International Mountain Day | Opening Nepal’s Trails to Everyone When a group of deaf tourists arrived in Kathmandu looking for a guide, Rajita Deula stepped forward with one powerful tool—sign language. That single moment sparked a movement. Today, Nepal has its first-ever
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Climate change and globalization have driven young men away from Nepal’s remote Nubri Valley. The women left behind built 62 solar greenhouses to grow food year-round at 3,500m. This #IMD2025 see how they turned crisis into resilience: https://t.co/IAjecGwWln
#MountainsMatter
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🏔️ As hazards intensify across mountain regions, timely action is vital to protect people & ecosystems. From the Himalayas to the Andes, from the Caucasus to Central Asia, @UNDP supports countries to strengthen early warning and resilience. 🔗 https://t.co/8rvtb0qBO8
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I know a lot of you have been waiting for this Starting January 1st, I’m kicking off a $5,000 -> $50,000 small account challenge I’ll be posting everything for free here on X Let’s see how far we can take this in 2026 🚀
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A new map for opportunity is taking shape across Nepal. At the learning and sharing event of UNDP’s Sambodhan project, mayors, universities, and banks came together to reflect on a programme that began as an emergency response but has now become a blueprint for inclusive local
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Nepal marks the 77th International Human Rights Day—a reminder that dignity, equality, and justice must be at the heart of our democracy. At the national celebration hosted by the National Human Rights Commission, UNDP Resident Representative @KyokoYokosuka stated, “Human rights
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Corruption makes the #SDGs harder to achieve by: ⚠️ Diverting resources 🏛️ Weakening governance and institutions ❌ Eroding trust @UNDP is proud to stand #UnitedAgainstCorruption. By uniting with youth, embracing innovation, and strengthening our systems, we can ensure
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