On April 22, 2025, National Indigenous Women Forum (NIWF), with the support of NOREC, organized a National Workshop on Indigenous Women's Livelihood and Land Rights. The event was facilitated by Mr. Kamal Kumar Rai, bringing together diverse voices to discuss the critical intersection of Indigenous Women's livelihoods, land rights, and policy. The workshop commenced with opening remarks by NIWF Chairperson Ms. Suni Lama, who welcomed all participants and provided an overview of the NOREC exchange program. She highlighted the objectives of the workshop and the importance of cross-country learning and solidarity among Indigenous Communities.

A presentation was delivered by NIWF’s exchange volunteers from Bangladesh, Ms. Afsana and Ms. Elizabeth, who shared insights into the work of Badabon Sangho, a grassroots women-led organization in Bangladesh. They discussed the current scenario of land rights in Bangladesh, including the challenges faced by Indigenous and marginalized Women in securing and protecting their lands. Following this, Mr. Kamal Kumar Rai gave a detailed presentation on the land rights situation in Nepal, focusing on existing national policies and their implications for Indigenous peoples. He emphasized the need for stronger policy implementation to ensure equitable land ownership. Mr. Rajendra Dhungana, Under Secretary at Ministry of Forests and Environment further expanded on the role of the government in addressing land rights, underlining gaps in current legal frameworks and the urgency for reform to ensure justice for Indigenous communities. Mr. Divas Rai, General Secretary of Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities (NEFIN), shared stories of resistance and resilience from various Indigenous communities. He stressed the need for collective advocacy and unity in securing land rights and preserving Indigenous ways of life. From a media perspective, Mr. Fulman Bal, General Manager of Nepal Television, reflected on the influence of Western narratives and highlighted the vital role of media in amplifying Indigenous voices and protecting cultural identity. 

The program concluded with closing remarks by Ms. Suni Lama, who expressed her gratitude to all speakers and participants for their valuable contributions. She reaffirmed NIWF’s commitment to uplifting the lives of Indigenous women and girls, and advocating for their land rights, dignity, and sovereignty.