ABC Nepal is a non-profit, social organization established in 1987 by Durga Ghimire and her friends. ABC Nepal stands for Agro-forestry, Basic Health and Cooperative. It works for women’s and children’s rights with a special focus on prevention of human trafficking and was the first organization in Nepal to publicize the issue of trafficking in persons.
For over two and a half decades, ABC Nepal has worked tirelessly for the rights of women and girls, with a focus on human trafficking—a grave social crime against humanity. Women’s low status, cultural traditions, and economic dependence make them vulnerable to trafficking, often lured by promises of better opportunities abroad.
The scope of trafficking in Nepal is complex due to porous borders, poverty, unemployment, gender discrimination, and migration. Major forms of trafficking include sexual exploitation, exploitation of minor workers abroad, child labor, bonded labor, and illicit transplantation.
ABC Nepal addresses trafficking within the larger context of gender-based violence and socio-cultural realities. Beyond crime prevention, the organization focuses on building systems and empowering marginalized communities with education, skills, and economic opportunities.
In addition to prevention and interception, ABC Nepal rehabilitates rescued women and girls by providing counseling, education, skills training, medical care, food, and shelter. Seed funding is offered to start small businesses, helping them achieve economic independence and reintegration into society.
Society free from exploitation and ensuring human dignity.
Raise overall status of marginalized communities with special focus on women and youth.
Empowering marginalized people and Dalit communities on their rights.