Accountability towards informal settlers in Nepal

Dear all,

We are pleased to present a brief progress report for the Informal Settlement Improvement Project, which aims to enhance living conditions and address the challenges faced by residents in informal settlements.

Description

We have been implementing an implementation research project with some component of accountability. Based on the preliminary findings and field observation we conducted various activities based on lobbying and advocacy modality. This report is based on activities conducted through October 2023 to December 2024.

Ongoing Activities:

• Construction of community tap to supply regular drinking water to Manohara informal settlement possible due to accountability initiatives.
• Meetings with concerned stakeholders to make basic services available in selected informal settlements.

Key Developments:

Positive community response: Due to our ongoing efforts to make basic services available in the informal settlements and our regular sensitization workshops, there has been positive change in the community response.

Usage of available services: Due to the sensitization workshops we have conducted in informal settlements the usage of services like getting basic healthcare treatment from government health post has been increased. Many people were not aware of free health care services being provided through government health post and were seeking services from private clinics.

Inclusive Approach: The project's inclusive approach, with particular attention to vulnerable populations, has garnered support from various stakeholders. Concerned authorities have expressed willingness to work closely with the project to address these specific challenges.

Next Steps:

• Continue our advocacy and lobbying activities.
• Mobilize local clubs/CBOs to sensitize community people on their rights and responsibilities.

Thank you so much for your support because of which the project can be continued.