Single and widowed mothers in Nepal face many problems stemming from widespread social discrimination. Emotional struggles, social isolation and financial stress lead to a high risk of mental health issues, parenting challenges, and school dropout of their children. Both mothers and children are at risk of sexual exploitation.
This program targets single and widowed mothers living in poverty and belonging to socially excluded communities in Ganeshmancharnath municipality of Madhesh Province (Province 2). Province 2 has the lowest school attendance in Nepal and a high level of gender discrimination.