A consultative workshop was organized by the Kapilvastu  Municipality and SSDC Kapilvastu, funded by UNFPA, to discuss the municipal-level youth investment plan in Kapilvastu Municipality (POLAY). The workshop took place in Taulihawa, Kapilvastu, Nepal, on November 7th and 8th, 2019. Key stakeholders and youth network members participated in the workshop.

Objectives of the Program

To create a plan for youth investment and advocacy for local government, EDPs, and NGOs to invest following the plan. The aim was to involve youth in the local-level planning process and address their issues locally. Additionally, it aimed to educate local elected bodies and senior government officers on the UNFPA mandate, its priorities, and working areas, and promote UNFPA priorities in the federal context. Furthermore, it explored how young people can utilize their skills and knowledge to make informed decisions regarding their health and well-being and to participate in decision-making processes. There was also a focus on understanding the local context and priorities of local governments, as well as enhancing collaboration and coordination for better programming and results.

Also, a discussion session was conducted with various guests, and the ground floor was open to all participants.

Open discussion Guest :

UNFPA: Ram Thapa, Province head,

UNFPA: Chitra Mahato, District representative,

Head of the Social Department of the Municipality Surendar Lamsal,

Advisor to the Social Department of the Municipality,

Stakeholders, and Different CSo,

Warda-level Representative 

Conclusion:

• A municipal youth issue was identified.
• A youth policy and youth investment plan were made to make people aware.
• Key stakeholders provided information on youth issues and the work done by youth.
• The youth and stakeholders had clarified the youth issues.
• Stakeholders showed strong commitment.
• Adequate information about youth is obtained to make a new youth investment plan.