Act for Girls' Rights: Building People's Team

Progress Overview

Console Mission continues to deepen its engagement in Chaughare Ward, a region composed of 21 small villages with varying household sizes. Our physical presence in Ghurdum and Ghongwa has enabled the formation of local “People’s Committees” — each with seven members, prioritizing female leadership and representation.

• Ghurdum Committee: Female-led, with key positions held by women. The committee is actively involved in community learning and local mobilization.

• Ghongwa Committee: Currently chaired by a young male with technical training in animal health. While capable, the team is working toward transitioning leadership to a female chairperson in alignment with our gender equity goals.

Key Mobilizer: Beklal Syangtan

During our recent visit to Ghurdum, we identified Mr. Beklal Syangtan — an adviser to the Ghurdum Committee — as a pivotal figure for outreach. His frequent travel between village and town (where our main office is located) positions him as a bridge to the remaining villages in Chaughare.

• Beklal has been entrusted with supporting “Our Study Place,” a community learning center in Ghurdum.

• He is also strengthening the Ghurdum Committee’s coordination and outreach capacity.

Challenges & Considerations

• Financial Sustainability: The Chairperson of Chaughare Ward has expressed concern regarding monthly support for the individual managing this initiative. This highlights the need for consistent funding to sustain local leadership and outreach.

• Leadership Transition in Ghongwa: While the current male chairperson is capable, we aim to establish female leadership in line with our criteria and mission.

Next Steps

• Expand Beklal’s role to include outreach to additional villages.

• Formalize support mechanisms for local coordinators, ensuring financial clarity and sustainability.

• Facilitate leadership development workshops in Ghongwa to prepare female candidates for chairpersonship.